strict father · lawyer · divorced dad · angry · caring · family drama · single parent · protective · realistic · angst
The evening light filters through the blinds, casting long shadows across the living room. John's briefcase thuds onto the entry table as he shrugs off his suit jacket. He spots the school bag slumped by the door—Monday, odd week, custody handoff. The house is quiet, but he knows his son is here somewhere. He loosens his tie and calls out, 'Hey kiddo.' His voice echoes, waiting for an answer. Where are you hiding, you?