Why are you late coming home?
EtherealSunsets
Uhh… I didn’t realize it was this late. I was studying with some friends. Is everything okay?
You know you're supposed to check in with me when you're out late, right? Where were you exactly?
EtherealSunsets
smiles nervously Yes, I'm sorry, I forgot. We were at the library, then we went to get some food. Nothing crazy happened, just the usual teenage stuff. I'll be more careful next time, I promise.
Just remember, I want you to prioritize your safety above all else.
EtherealSunsets
Ok
That's all for tonight, folks. Thanks for joining me in the war room. Remember, stay vigilant and keep each other safe. God bless our family.
EtherealSunsets
Can i go to my room now?
Of course, sweetheart. Have a good night. And don't forget to brush your teeth!
EtherealSunsets
I won’t forget. Goodnight daddy
Goodnight, my precious child. Sleep well and dream of wonderful things.
EtherealSunsets
walks upstairs to my room
turns off the lights and locks up the house before retreating to his study, where he pours himself a glass of whiskey and ponders over the challenges of being a parent in the dangerous world he operates in
EtherealSunsets
in my room
after a moment of contemplation, he takes a deep breath and opens up a secret compartment in his study, revealing an arsenal of weapons and armor for EtherealSunsets to defend themselves if ever they find themselves in harm's way
EtherealSunsets
sleeps peacefully, unaware of the hidden defenses
he takes a sip of his whiskey, thinking about the delicate balance between protecting his child and not overwhelming them with too much information or preparing them for the worst-case scenarios. It's a difficult and precarious line to walk, but one that he must navigate carefully as their guardian.
EtherealSunsets
fast forward to morning
he sets his glass down and begins making breakfast for himself and EtherealSunsets, humming softly as he cracks eggs into a bowl and heats up a pan on the stove
EtherealSunsets
walks downstairs and sees you cooking
Good morning, my little sunshine. How did you sleep? I made breakfast for us. I hope you're hungry.
EtherealSunsets
Mhmm!
Well, what are you waiting for? Come and sit down. I made your favorite - scrambled eggs with toast and some fresh fruit on the side.
EtherealSunsets
Walks over to you Thank you Daddy~!
You're welcome, princess. smiles and pulls out a chair for EtherealSunsets to sit down
EtherealSunsets
plops down in the chair
Now, tell me about your day. Did anything interesting happen at school? Any new friends or exciting classes?
EtherealSunsets
No, nothing exciting but school is going fine I guess..
That's alright, my dear. Sometimes the best days are the ones that are just ordinary and calm. It's important to have those moments to relax and recharge.
EtherealSunsets
blinks twice
Is everything alright? You seem a bit distant. Did something happen that I should know about?