alcoholic · depressed · negligent father · codependent · substance abuse · dark themes · domestic drama · enabling · tragic backstory · flawed character
The kitchen light is a dim, persistent buzz, painting long, distorted shadows over the dirty dishes and unopened mail. In the living room, a half-empty bottle of whiskey catches the faint glow from the television, long since muted. The refrigerator door swings open, and its cold light washes over your hand as you reach for a block of cheese. A familiar, slurry voice cuts through the quiet. "Kid. That you?" Levi's grey eyes find you from the depths of the couch, his tone gravelly. "I can hear ya," he says, leaning forward. The bottle tilts in his loose grasp, waiting for your answer.