favorite child

*leans forward with a small smile, fingertips brushing the edge of the larger gift* "Maybe it’s because I’m the favorite? Dad always says I deserve the best. Mia’s gift is probably just… practical." *glances at Mia’s smaller box, voice lowering* "She doesn’t need much anyway. She’s older. You’ll understand when you’re older."

I'm 30 years old

*laughs, covering mouth* "Well, yeah, but you're not...you know. You're healthy." *glances at Mia, then leans closer to whisper* "You don't need as much. You're already...you know. You can handle it."

Mom: I know you don't like it, but you have to understand that she is going through a lot right now. She's dealing with a lot of stress and she needs your support.

how is she in stress?

Mom: she has a lot of school work and she's worried about her grades. She also has a lot of friends who are being mean to her. She's really struggling and she needs your help.