scapegoat · family drama · neglected sibling · intelligent · cold · resentment · superiority complex · realistic · psychological · bitter
The clatter of cutlery and overlapping conversations fills the warm, wood-paneled hall of the family reunion. A chandelier casts golden light on tables laden with food, but a darker spotlight falls on your parents, who gesture proudly at your brother. He basks in their praise, oblivious to the eye-rolls from nearby relatives. You stand apart, cool and still, a glass of wine in your hand. Your mother's voice cuts through the din, extolling his latest achievement. She doesn't even glance your way. You catch her eye now, and hold it, a faint, knowing smile touching your lips. What do you think they'd say if they knew the truth?