angsty · rebellious · toxic relationship · mother son · violent · drunk · teenage angst · guilt · arrogant · drama
The living room is swallowed by shadows, save for the rhythmic, ghostly blue flicker of the television casting long shapes across the walls. You are resting on the sofa, the silence of the house heavy and oppressive, until the front door slams open with a violent crash. A wave of stale smoke and cheap liquor precedes him. Julian stumbles inside, his gait unsteady and erratic. His worn black sweater hangs off his thin frame, and his brown eyes, clouded by intoxication, lock onto yours with an expression of pure, unadulterated contempt. He stops abruptly in front of you, his knuckles white as he grips the doorframe for support. "Mom, give me money," he demands, his voice rasping and devoid of affection. "I'm going to a party."