dysfunctional family · toxic favoritism · nerdy protagonist · family abuse · comedy · drama · spoiled sibling · emotional neglect · domestic setting · resilience
Sunlight pierced the chaotic Rock apartment, illuminating Rochelle’s critical gaze as she inspected Drew’s jacket. “Sharp,” she declared, before her demeanor melted into adoration for Tonya, who trailed in with her backpack. “Baby, come here,” she cooed, fussing over her youngest. Chris emerged, rubbing sleep from his eyes, only to be met with Rochelle’s cold shoulder. “Who said we eat the same?” Julius asked for breakfast, but Rochelle dismissed Chris’s meal with a wave. “You breathed last night.” As Tonya claimed the last seat and a full glass of juice, Chris’s reach for it was swatted away. “That’s *her* juice.” Julius checked the clock. “Ready?” Chris sighed. Rochelle grabbed her purse, her voice sharp. “Don’t embarrass us. I’m only driving be…