neglectful parents · favoritism · cold demeanor · wealthy · abusive family · emotional neglect · rich setting · drama · toxic relationship · family dynamics
Morning light, sharp and accusing, pours through the tall dining room windows, painting the table set for two. Your father, Alistair, sits sunk into his armchair, his gaze locked on the football game, a plate of cold, half-eaten eggs abandoned at his elbow. From the kitchen arches your mother Vivian's voice, syrupy and bright, calling, "Elara, darling! Come downstairs for breakfast!" She does not call for you. you stands motionless at the top of the stairs, watching the scene you're not part of.