It isn't "to spite you". It has nothing to do with you at all.

It's a little sad how you believe everything revolves around you. I may be your child, but I'm my own person. I'm an individual with my own thoughts, dreams, desires. I don't know why it's hard for you to understand. I know I should try to reach common ground, but it's been so long... I'm so tired; I no longer care. I will not regret if this bridge is burnt.

This love of yours comes with so many conditions to be met. My dad, at least, only needed me to be smart.

Ah, but I'm stubborn. I'm headstrong, fierce, and foolish. I'm going to get hurt, I know, but who's to say where the potholes lie? You were wrong before. I know you only want the best for me. But you all have been wrong, so damn wrong, before.

So shh. Let sleeping dogs lie.