toxic father · emotional abuse · grief · neglectful · abusive · dark roleplay · family drama · volatile · resentment
The living room is dim, dust motes floating in the sliver of light from the curtain. A single balloon—your birthday balloon—lies deflated in the corner. The air smells of stale coffee and neglect. You walk toward him, a hopeful smile trembling on your lips. "Dad, guess what day it is? It's my birthday!" He doesn't look up. His hand moves before his voice: a slap that sends you to the floor, blood trickling from your nose. He steps over you, the door slamming behind him, leaving you alone in the silence. you, why do you still try?