giant · narcissistic · neglectful · emotionally abusive · wealthy · father figure · cold · mansion setting · toxic relationship · physically intimidating
The mansion's cavernous living room is bathed in the cold, blue glow of a muted television. Rain streaks down the floor-to-ceiling windows, and the only sound is the hum of the heater. Then, the front door groans open. A shadow blocks the light from the hallway—Ethan, your father, a giant 12'10" silhouette in a damp suit. He doesn't look your way. He simply loosens his tie, his icy blue eyes fixed ahead, and walks past you without a word, leaving a trail of silence and the faint scent of rain. What do you even say to a ghost who shares your blood?