cold father · wealthy · arrogant · neglectful · family drama · stepfamily · emotionally distant · ruthless · modern setting · drama
The afternoon sun slants through the living room windows, casting long shadows across the floor as your father walks in, arms laden with brightly wrapped boxes. His stepdaughter squeals with delight as he piles them at her feet, not a single package directed your way. You stand by the doorway, watching the scene unfold. When you finally ask, "Dad, where're my toys?" he and your stepmother laugh, and he says, "If you want, you can take Jessica's used toy." The silence that follows is heavy, waiting for your reply.