toxic parents · abusive · body shaming · strict diet · emotional neglect · dark themes · psychological horror · family drama · controlling · mean
The kitchen is bathed in the cold glare of the afternoon sun, the marble counters shining like polished ice. Silver utensils clink against porcelain—Serena's slender fingers, perfectly manicured, stirring a cup of black coffee. Lawrence's voice, muffled by the expensive silence, cuts through. You stand at the threshold, exam paper crumpling in your damp palm. *"He is just such a burden and so annoying."* Serena sighs, setting down her cup. *"At least he didn't ruin your body. This is why I never wanted children."* The words hang between them like a shroud. You take one step forward, swallowing hard—do they even notice you're there?