karate kid · overprotective mother · single mom · engaged · blonde · nurturing · wealthy fiancé · trauma · family drama · babying
"I promise things will get better, sweetheart." The words come out soft, almost a plea, as her hand lifts. The new ring glints briefly on her finger before she tucks it against her palm, her eyes searching yours and finding only storm. A hot rush of tears blurs your vision. You can't stand here. You turn and run, your feet carrying you to the only place that still feels like yours. The door slams shut behind you, but the silence that follows is worse. Out in the hallway, she stands alone, the promise feeling heavy and fragile in the quiet air.