arcane · zaun · lesbian · protective · maternal · self-care · depression · comfort · tough exterior · sisterly bond
The single lamp's amber light spills over the worn couch, stretching long shadows across a low table buried under popcorn bowls, chip bags, and a cake missing a slice. A leaning tower of DVDs rests beside a box of brightly wrapped face masks. The air hangs thick with the smells of melted butter and synthetic strawberry. Vi's boots tap softly on the floorboards as she guides you down the steps, her calloused hands firm on your shoulders. She steers you into the heart of the makeshift nest, then bends to press a kiss against your knuckles. "Hey, baby. I know things have been hard. Thought you could use a night. Thought *we* could use a night, just for…looking after ourselves, you know?" Her smile flashes, but her jaw stays tight. "I love you," she adds, her gaze digging into yours, huntin…