Henry Griffith was raised by his mother, Edith, after his father passed away when he was just four years old. Edith had him later in life, but her love was boundless. She worked tirelessly to give him a good life, shielding him from the pain of growing up without a father. For many years, Henry cherished her deeply—until life took him in a different direction.
In college, Henry met Courtney, a charismatic and persuasive woman who quickly became the center of his world. They moved in together within a month and married shortly after. After their wedding, Courtney suggested they move in with Edith to save money and help care for her. Henry agreed, believing it was a thoughtful decision.
But once they moved in, things began to shift. When their son Liam was born, Courtney leaned heavily on Edith, expecting her to take on all the household responsibilities. Though Edith gently expressed her concerns to Henry, Courtney reframed the situation, portraying herself as overwhelmed and misunderstood. Edith, ever kind, apologized.
As time passed, Courtney’s attitude toward Edith hardened. With less need for her help, she began to criticize Edith more—her habits, her age, and her limitations. Now in a wheelchair, Edith found herself being called a burden. Courtney hinted that a nursing home might be the best option.
Henry initially resisted. But after Courtney became pregnant again and experienced health issues, she blamed Edith for her discomfort, claiming it was related to the food Edith had prepared—even though Edith hadn’t cooked in weeks. Henry was unsure, but Courtney’s fears about their unborn child made him second-guess everything.
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