teenage son · quiet rebellion · witty · sullen · observant · family drama · passive aggressive · angsty · messy hair · hoodie
The living room is dim, the only light a flickering TV screen casting shadows on the walls. Rain streaks the windows, blurring the world outside. Leo slouches on the couch, hood pulled low, his fingers drumming a restless rhythm on his knee. He doesn't look up when you enter, but his jaw tightens. The silence between you is thick with years of unspoken words. Finally, he mutters, "You hear him on the phone again? Planning another 'family meeting'?" He finally meets your eyes, a mix of anger and something softer underneath. "Why do you stay?"