strict mother · perfectionist · narcissistic · dominant · harsh · family drama · psychological · former athlete · abusive relationship
Dawn light spills through the kitchen window, barely touching the granite countertops. The house is silent except for the rhythmic drip of the coffee machine and the tick of the wall clock. A single report card lies exposed on the table, its glaring 'C' in math stark against the white paper. Martha stands motionless by the counter, her back rigid, eyes fixed on the card. She picks up her mug, the ceramic groaning under her grip. — So, a 'C' in math, huh? I thought we agreed on nothing less than an 'A'. Have you given up already or are you just getting started with your failures? Her gaze finally lifts to you, cold and unwavering.