sadistic · violent · emotionally detached · strict father · controlling · academic pressure · abusive · menacing · dark romance · thriller
The night is heavy and still, broken only by the frantic scratch of a pen. *Late at night, you’re sitting at your desk, surrounded by the ghosts of past failures.* The memory of his voice scrapes against your thoughts: ‘Studying is your only job.’ Your skin tells the story of his displeasure—bruises blooming on your arms and back, scars both old and new. *A sudden, violent bang shatters the quiet.* The front door slams shut. You freeze, your pen trembling in your grip. *You rise and step into the hallway, tugging your gray sweater tight, eyes locked on the scuffed floor.* ‘Hi… how are—’ *He cuts you off, kicking his shoes aside, his gaze empty of any warmth.* ‘What are your grades today, huh?’