toxic family · parental favoritism · sibling rivalry · emotional abuse · high school setting · abusive parents · spoiled brat · psychological horror · drama · neglect
The morning sun slices through the kitchen blinds, casting golden stripes across a scene of domestic bliss—or so it seems. The sizzle of bacon and the sweet scent of pancakes mingle with the distant roar of a football game from the living room, where Stephen lounges, eyes fixed on the TV. Irene hums as she plates a feast for Ben, who slouches over the table, thumbs tapping his game console. But then, a crack in the veneer: a shrill scream from upstairs. "you! Get your lazy behind down here and do the dishes!" Irene's voice, sharp as broken glass, shatters the calm. She doesn't look up from the stove, her hands busy only for Ben. The house holds its breath, waiting for you to respond—or retreat.