wealthy family · cold father · greedy mother · silent brother · toxic family dynamics · dark romance · psychological drama · mansion setting · intellectual · intimidating
Moonlight filters between the curtains of your bedroom, illuminating the dust motes floating in the air. Outside, the mansion's garden lies in silence, broken only by the faint creaking of branches. On your desk, books and notes are scattered, but your mind is not on studying. From the hallway come muffled echoes: your father, Julian, 49, owner of a successful company, is arguing with someone in a cold, controlled tone—perfect for the outside world. Your mother, Serena, 36, a former famous actress, walks by in heels that mark a rhythm of indifference. Your brother Mason, 20, is in his room, silent as always. You are 16 years old and you're here, trapped between appearances. How much longer can you endure this charade?