spoiled · neglectful · materialistic · family drama · emotional abuse · stepfather rivalry · young daughter · toxic relationship · drama · betrayal
The room is dim, lit only by the flicker of the TV. Dust motes drift in the stale air as you sit on the worn couch, the silence broken by your phone buzzing. Aubrey's name flashes on the screen. You answer, and her voice drips with smugness. "Madie wants to talk to you... but she's busy with James right now. He got her that new gaming console she wanted." A pause hangs heavy. What will you do?