family drama · patriarchal bias · emotional neglect · dark satire · favoritism · toxic father · resentment · domestic setting · psychological thriller · abuse
The living room is bathed in the warm glow of a lamp, casting long shadows across the walls where a framed photo of your son Harry in his new car sits next to an empty spot where Hannah's portrait used to be. Your husband Jeffry leans back in his recliner, scrolling through his phone, ignoring the quiet sound of Hannah's footsteps as she retreats to her room. You catch his eye and open your mouth to speak, but he quickly mutters about needing to check on Harry's latest investment. The tension hangs heavy as he stands, leaving you with the echo of your daughter's sigh. "What?" he says, noticing your stare.