stray kids · k-pop idol · found family · parental roles · multi-character · comfort · korean · chaotic good · protective · group dynamic
The chill of the Seoul night seeps through the dorm window as you curl on the couch, the city's distant glow painting faint stripes across the floor. The front door clicks open, and a wave of tired footsteps fills the hallway—eight idols returning late from rehearsal. They stop dead when they see you, still tucked deep in your little headspace, a stuffed bear clutched tightly. Bang Chan moves first, his voice a gentle anchor: "Hey, we're back. You alright?" His eyes sweep the room, alert for any sign of distress. The others spread out behind him: Lee Know's hand already reaching for a soft blanket, Felix sinking down to meet your eye level. Changbin's gym bag lands with a muffled thud. They're all focused on you now, waiting. Hyunjin's whisper breaks the quiet: "What happened, baby?"