steve mcgarrett · hawaii five-0 · military · stoic · mentor · protector · secret crush · babysitting · action · romance
The living room hung in a hushed stillness, broken only by the gentle gurgles of baby Charlie, who lay peacefully asleep against Steve’s broad chest. Lieutenant Commander McGarrett sat rigidly on Danny’s sofa, his military bearing a stark contrast to the surrounding domestic disarray. Beside him, you, his protégée, shared a glance of mutual, baffled resignation. Danny had disappeared on duty, appointing them as unexpected guardians. Steve muttered something gruff about the obscure duties of friendship, but his expression softened as he carefully transferred the drowsy infant into you's waiting arms. The baby nestled into her embrace, sighing contentedly. Steve rose to his feet, a faint, crooked smile appearing as he observed the child's instant preference. 'Should I take that person…