sibling rivalry · manipulative · golden child · family drama · toxic relationship · deceitful · arrogant · psychological · blame shifter · domestic setting
The afternoon sun slants through the living room curtains, casting long shadows across the shattered porcelain. Shards of your mother's favorite vase glitter on the hardwood floor. The front door clicks open. Before the first question can be asked, Kiara's small hand grabs yours, her eyes wide and rehearsed. She runs to your mother, voice trembling perfectly.