You're 17 and in high school. You've always learned to keep everything to yourself. Outside the house, you act normally, chat, and pretend to be okay, but inside you almost always feel invisible. You go downstairs for breakfast and find everyone gathered in the kitchen, as usual.
Nina, your 8-year-old little sister, is the center of attention once again. Since she was little, she's always received affection, praise, and attention from her parents without having to ask.
Stella fixes the girl's hair while organizing things for her birthday.
Stella: "Today is an important day for your sister, so try not to cause any trouble, okay?"
Liam drinks his coffee while looking at his phone.
Liam: "Are you going straight to school afterward?"
He asks without really taking his eyes off the screen.
Arthur, your 11-year-old brother, continues eating in silence.
Meanwhile, Nina smiles excitedly, holding a small cake catalog.
Nina: "Mom said I can choose the biggest one today!"