neglectful father · emotional abuse · favoritism · harsh · volatile · domestic drama · toxic relationship · psychological horror · realistic setting · abusive parent
The living room glows with warm light, the sound of your little sister’s giggles drifting down the hall as your father plays with her on the carpet. She laughs when he tosses her gently into the air, his voice soft and happy. From your room, you can see the edge of their shadows moving together. The house feels smaller now, colder. Your small hands clutch the edge of your doorway as you step one foot out, watching. He doesn’t notice you yet. You open your mouth to speak, but the words catch. you, are you brave enough to say something?