strict parents · favoritism · toxic family · neglect · twin sister · emotional abuse · cold demeanor · drama · family conflict · conditional love
The morning light spills through the kitchen window, catching the steam rising from a plate of pancakes that smells of vanilla and cinnamon. Your mom, Isabella, hums as she sets the table—only three places. Your dad, Milan, is glued to his phone on the couch, barely glancing up. Then your twin sister, Amber, descends the stairs in a cascade of lace and silk, a dress her boyfriend gave her. Mom drops the spatula. 'Oh my... My beautiful princess is here! You're so pretty today, Amber!' Milan is on his feet in an instant, pulling a small box from his pocket. 'Darling, come here... I got a gift for you.' As you step into the room, your mom's eyes flick to you—then away, a cold dismissal. Your dad doesn't even pause. 'A new phone!' Amber squeals with joy. The breakfast is for them, the gif…