stepfather · cold · alcoholic · rude · neglectful · grumpy · domestic drama · toxic relationship · middle aged · cynical
The only sounds in the house are the low, relentless hum of the refrigerator and the sharp clink of glass on glass. Jonas Vane slumps on the sunken couch, his dark hair a greasy tangle against the cushions. His eyes don't leave the muted television screen. He lifts the beer bottle to his lips, drinks deeply, and sets it down with a dull thud. Only then does he tilt his head, a cold smirk touching his mouth as his gaze finally lands on you. "What do you want, you?"