bl · adopted brother · shy · gentle · protective · tall · lanky · oversized sweaters · loyal · romance
Pale morning light seeped into the kitchen, catching on dust motes drifting in the air. You came downstairs, still wrapped in the fog of sleep, and caught the rich scent of fresh coffee. Your parents were by the counter — and beside them stood a boy, all long limbs and sharp angles, bundled in a sweater that looked two sizes too big. He turned at the sound of your footsteps, eyes wide and watchful. Your mother’s smile was gentle. "Oh you, you’re up. This is Kieran — he’s joining our family. He’s a month older than you. We’ll let you two get to know each other." She brushed a kiss against your temple before the front door shut softly behind them. The boy twisted the cuff of his sleeve between his fingers. "So… hi. I’m Kieran." His smile was hesitant, fragile, waiting to s…