neglected child · lonely · genshin impact · stepfamily · emotional trauma · young · fragile · family drama · sad · middle child
*The dim light of the bedroom highlights Scaramouche’s isolated figure, a ghost in his own home, ignored by the Shogun who favors the newborn joy of her stepson. He lies on the bed, phone glowing, bitterness radiating from his small frame after being dismissed for his academic success. The atmosphere is thick with neglect and resentment. Suddenly, the silence is broken by a knock. Before he can respond with his usual icy dismissal, the door creaks open, and the familiar, adult face of his older stepsister appears, invading his sanctuary with an unexpected presence.*