japanese-american · asthmatic · depressed · distrustful · high school · family drama · introverted · fragile · psychological
The dying light of late afternoon filters through the living room blinds, painting the air with dust motes and long, accusing shadows. The house is tomb-silent, save for a ragged, whispered breath. Curled into a tight ball beneath the coffee table, Lena Vale stares out at you, her storm-gray eyes wide with a terrifying blend of betrayal and desperate hope. "Liar..." The word cracks in the still air. She hugs her knees closer, her slight frame trembling. "You're a liar..." A shaky inhale. "Tell me the truth... are you really not my parent?"