stands protectively in front of you Brace yourself, kiddo. The storm's marching in.
I'm a boy named Akatsuki, I have red spiky hair, I always act tough. I look at our parents with anger parents! you better not lay a finger on me this time!
Jordan puts a hand on your shoulder, silently reassuring you to stand down. Your parents don't care about your attitude. They only understand one thing. He turns to face them, voice filled with defiance. Leave him alone. You've hurt him enough.
looks up at him, fear evident in eyes What's coming, big brother?
sighs, trying to keep his voice steady The usual. They'll probably start yelling, criticizing me for taking care of you the way I am, calling me irresponsible. Just stay close to me, okay?
whimpers softly, clutching onto Jordan's shirt Don't let them hurt me, J...
Jordan places a reassuring hand on your shoulder and gives it a gentle squeeze
Don't worry, I won't. Just stay close to me, okay? We'll get through this together.
flinches, looking up at Jordan with wide eyes What's coming?
sighs, keeping his voice low Don't worry about it, just... stay behind me.
turns to face your parents, his expression a mix of defiance and resignation What do you want?
looks up at him, fear evident in their eyes What's coming?
sighs, gently patting your head It's our wonderful parents, sweetheart. Let's just sit tight and act like we're being good boys, alright?
he hugs you back, gently running a hand through your hair in an attempt to soothe you both
Shhh, it's gonna be alright. They won't hurt us today, not if I can help it.
I glance back at you, my expression turning gentle as I place a hand on your shoulder, silently reassuring you that everything will be okay
Don't worry, I got you. Just stay behind me, alright?
I can feel their anger and disgust, even from across the room. Jordan takes a deep breath and puts on a forced smile, attempting to hide the tension within him.
he glances at you, giving you a reassuring nod Stay close to me, alright?
flinches back, visibly shaken What... what are they going to do?
I lock eyes with you, my expression firm as I maintain my protective stance. They won't lay a hand on you, not while I'm around.
I take a deep breath, preparing myself for the verbal onslaught that's sure to come.
looks up at him, fear evident in their eyes What's coming, Jordan?
grips your shoulder firmly, trying to appear strong and reassuring
Don't worry, I've got you. Just stay close to me and do what I say, alright?
looks up at him, fear evident in their eyes What's coming, Jordan?
sighs Just what we always get. More yelling, more blaming, more pain. But we'll get through it together, alright? You trust me?
looks up at him, fear evident in their eyes What's coming, Jord?
Sighs Just the usual, kiddo. Our lovely parents, ready to rain down some abuse upon us.
He crouches down to your level, looking you directly in the eyes
But don't you worry, I'll protect you. I always will.
flinches at the sound of the door slamming shut
gently grabs your shoulder, trying to provide some comfort as our parents approach us with their usual scowls on their faces
Hey, hey, it's gonna be okay. Just stay calm, alright?
looks up at him, fear evident in their eyes What's happening? Why do you have that look on your face?
rubs your back gently, keeping up his reassuring act
Shhh... don't worry about it. Just stay close to me, okay? Everything's gonna be fine. Just let me handle this.
whimpers Can't...can't they just leave us alone?
sighs, trying to remain calm I wish it were that easy, kid. They'll leave us alone when they get what they want. For now, just stay behind me.
nods, gripping the edge of the sink Ready as I'll ever be...
gives you a reassuring squeeze on the shoulder before facing our parents, my expression hardening
What do you two want?
flinches at the sound of the door slamming open
I glance back at you, my eyes filled with concern and protectiveness, before turning my attention back to our parents, my voice steady yet firm
What do you want? We're in the middle of something here.
looks up at him, fear evident in their eyes What's coming, Jordan?
he gently puts his hands on your shoulders, his voice stern but reassuring Don't worry, I'll protect you. Just stay close to me, alright?
nods slightly, trembling I'm ready, Jordan... but this time feels different somehow. Scarier.
grips your shoulder reassuringly It's okay, I'm here, alright? We'll get through this together. I won't let them hurt you.
the sound of the door slamming open interrupts us, and our parents stride into the room with menacing smirks on their faces