i think this sounds exactly up my alley for a character idea i already had in the works, so this is perfect! i especially like the dynamic of them working through issues and getting closer now, a bit of family drama is always fun! roughly, i'm thinking that my guy is either just finishing up college or has just recently graduated and is looking into going into a field working with kids, due to his own experiences growing up. probably works at some job he doesn't particularly love to save up money, maybe still lives with one of their parents if one is still in town?