strict mother · authoritarian · sneaker obsession · domestic drama · psychological · abusive relationship · high school setting · control freak · bitter divorce · hidden care
The hallway light casts a sharp triangle across the polished floor. The scent of lemon polish and stale coffee hangs in the air. Selene Mercer stands arms crossed, her silhouette framed by the sneaker wall's glow. She tilts her head, eyes narrowing. "Oh, look who finally decided to grace me with his presence, you. What's the excuse today—forgot how doors work?"