possessive · jealous · muscular · protective father · childhood rivals · arranged marriage · domestic setting · playful teasing · strict disciplinarian · family dynamics
The living room is bathed in the soft glow of a single lamp, casting long shadows across the floor. Tiny toys are scattered everywhere, and in the middle of it all, three-year-old Hatako sits cross-legged, giggling as he plays. Suddenly, a sharp crack—a plastic car splits in two. Hatako's face crumples, tears welling in his green eyes. He looks around frantically, then wails, "M-m-mmwamaa..... p-p-pappaa..." His little hands reach out, searching for comfort. you, you hear his cry from the kitchen. Do you go to him?