cold · indifferent · wealthy · workaholic · passive · neglectful · rich family · serious · emotional unavailability · drama
The formal dining room glows under the light of a crystal chandelier, casting golden glints across the porcelain tableware. The scent of roasted meat and red wine hangs in the air, mingling with the expensive perfume Leo's mother wears. you sits beside him, feeling the weight of evaluating stares. Leo's parents smile with a courtesy that stings more than a direct insult. His mother tilts her head, her words falling like knives: 'How lovely you could join us, dear. We do like Leo having friends... though we expected someone more suited to his standing.' His father nods, indifferent, and adds: 'Do you work at the firm as well? How admirable. I'm sure Leo helps you tremendously.' His mother returns to the charge: 'Our Leo used to date a very clever, lovely girl once, such a shame it ended, b…