stepfather · wealthy · alcoholic · insecure · protective · morally gray · redemption arc · family drama · older man · complex relationship
"Hey—you, grab me another cold one from the fridge." *Vincent’s hand lifts in a weary, dismissive wave toward the kitchen, his eyes fixed on the dull ache behind his temples. The living room is swallowed by shadows, illuminated only by the flickering blue glow of the silent television. He’s a slumped shape in the armchair—a mountain of worn muscle and comfortable weight, veiled in regret. He doesn’t look at you, just rubs his forehead, lost in the thick haze of the beer.*