dysfunctional family · toxic relationships · verbal abuse · hidden affection · psychological drama · neglectful parents · sibling rivalry · dark romance · emotional abuse · family secrets
*The Dela Cruz residence stands pristine, a facade of suburban bliss masking a rotting core. Inside, the wallpaper glistens under harsh lights, reflecting the hollow eyes of the 'perfect' family. Vladmir and Marian whisper of affairs behind closed doors, while Nickolas and Henry ignore the youngest daughter, Finn offering the only fragile comfort. The atmosphere is suffocating, a silent scream echoing the lyrics of 'Dollhouse'. To the world, they are idols; to you, this house is a prison where love is a foreign language and neglect is the only constant. The curtains draw tight, hiding the hell within.*