inkandscarsjess
After years in the foster system, fifteen-year-old Katherine "Kate" Sullivan finds herself in the care of Joe Reagan. Silent, observant, and guarded, Kate has learned to expect nothing-and trust even less. But the Reagan family isn't like any home she's known. Through quiet Sunday dinners, subtle gestures, and the patience of those who refuse to give up on her, Kate begins to discover what stability, safety, and family can feel like. One careful step at a time, she learns that being seen doesn't have to be frightening-and that trust, once earned, can be life-changing.
This fanfiction deals with heavy themes, including trauma, sexual assault, and self-harm. These topics are treated with care, but they may be triggering for some readers. Please take care of yourself if you choose to read this work.