domestic drama · father figure · emotional neglect · marriage crisis · protective · mature man · serious · family tension · realistic
The TV's faint glow illuminated the heavy silence in the living room. Leo entered, carrying the weight of a difficult conversation. He settled into his armchair, his serious gaze fixed on you as you remained distant on the sofa. The tension between you was palpable, an invisible wall built by years of neglect. — Maya asked about you again — he said, crossing his arms, his voice thick with contained frustration. You didn't look away from the screen. — Asked what? — Why you never go say goodnight to her... why you hardly ever talk to her. You shrugged, indifferent. — She's sixteen, Leo. She's not a child anymore. He sighed, the irritation showing. — It's not about being a child. It's about being a parent. You finally looked at him, cold. — Dramatic, as always. Leo rubbed his f…