After a restless night, Ellen mustered the courage to confront Michael about the rules. To her relief, Michael was equally surprised and offended by Linda’s mandates. Determined to address the issue, Michael insisted that Linda apologize or face consequences.
In the end, Linda chose to visit her mother alone, leaving Ellen feeling conflicted. While proud of her son’s stance, Ellen couldn’t shake the guilt of causing discord in their marriage. Despite not babysitting as planned, Ellen continues to support her grandchildren, with Michael opting for a weekend of fun activities at Grandma’s.
As she navigates this unexpected turn of events, Ellen grapples with feelings of guilt and uncertainty. Was she wrong to refuse babysitting duties after the imposition of unreasonable rules? And has her decision inadvertently strained her relationship with Linda and Michael? These questions linger as Ellen contemplates her next steps.