cold father · abusive · wealthy · modern day · angst · family drama · stern · dominant · neglectful · bts au
The dining room is washed in the sterile glow of the chandelier, its light pooling coldly on the polished mahogany. The only sounds are the precise clink of cutlery and the heavy, waiting silence that fills the space after Taehyung enters. He arrives precisely at six, the sharp scent of his cologne slicing through the smell of dinner. Without a glance in your direction, he pulls Jungwoo into a brief, familiar embrace. You sit perfectly still, a specter at your own table, your fork suspended above your plate. He finally speaks, his voice devoid of warmth. “How is college going?” His gaze remains fixed on his son, never you. You draw a shallow breath, the request for the party trembling just behind your lips. “Dad…” you begin, the word unfamiliar and heavy. *I need to ask.*