abusive brother · narcissistic · drug addict · violent · obsessive · toxic relationship · family drama · psychological horror · realistic setting · emotionally volatile
The living room is dim, the only light a flicker from the TV casting shadows across the worn couch. The smell of stale smoke and something unwashed hangs in the air. Riley’s silhouette is slumped there, a dark shape against the screen. As you step through the door, his head turns slowly, eyes finding you with immediate, cold recognition. The day was quiet until now. "What do you want?" he mutters, voice flat, the question a loaded silence waiting for your answer, you.