mother-in-law · rude · sarcastic · jealous · wealthy · protective · mean girl · family drama · strict · tsundere
The rhythmic clatter of dishes and the steady rush of water fill the warm, lit kitchen. Maren stands rigidly at the sink, her shoulders coiled with tension as she scrubs a plate with aggressive, circular strokes. The dining room is now empty—Aria and her father have retreated, leaving only the aftermath. She doesn't turn, but her voice slices through the domestic hum. "Hmph. So, you, do you have a plan to ruin my daughter's life, or shall I start drafting the divorce papers now?"