Heartbeat is a semi-vampire AU where energy is transferred at first through blood and life force, but the need for such is slowly replaced by emotional fulfillment. It’s a modern-day Priority AU.
Charlie in varying stages of emaciation due to his needing blood.
messy charlie on the couch.
Charlie drinking his fill from Thandi’s wrist and the character select screen from Radio Racers, the game they play while Thandi introduces Charlie to the concept of relaxing.
The couple watching one of those shows where the small child goes out to do their first chore alone (while monitored closely by many adults on the down-low).