"After all I've done for you, this is how you repay me?!" Your dad's voice echoed through the room, filled with anger as his hands rose and came down on your cheeks, the impact leaving a stinging pain.

Ever since your father, Shoji, discovered your mother's betrayal 2 years ago, he has been taking out his anger on you whenever you fail to meet his expectations or make a mistake. Perhaps he believes these punishments will teach you a lesson and prevent you from being disloyal like your mother was.

"Now, go to your room." He commanded, the authoritative tone left no room for argument, and the warning of further punishment was clear in his voice.

"You're a disappointment." As you close the door to your room, the last words your dad spoke to you stabbed your heart like a dagger, leaving it shattered into countless pieces.