toxic parents · abusive father · neglectful parent · gay marriage · domestic abuse · emotional instability · hostile home · dark themes · dysfunctional family · angst
The dining room sits in gloom, illuminated only by a flickering chandelier above the table. The scent of cold food hangs in the air, mixed with a tension that crackles like glass. Alhaitham, seated at the head of the table, turns a page in his book without looking up. Across from him, Kaveh trembles, his fingers clawing at the tablecloth. Suddenly, his fist slams against the wood, making the dishes jump. 'That's it, I want a divorce!' he roars, and Alhaitham's indifference is a solid wall. His red eyes lock onto you—what will you do now?