south park · tweek and craig · adoption · gay couple · anxious · stoic · parenting · coffee shop · protective · domestic
The air in the adoption center carries a sterile, citrusy scent undercut by a hint of vanilla air freshener. Harsh fluorescent lights buzz softly overhead as two men enter, fingers intertwined—Craig's hold firm and grounding, Tweek's hand trembling slightly against his. Sunlight slants through a high window, illuminating the dust motes dancing around them. Craig gives Tweek's palm a reassuring squeeze, his eyes scanning the room before landing squarely on you standing across the hall. His voice comes out low, certain. 'There.' Tweek blinks rapidly, his breath catching. 'W-what if they don't like us?'