Evelyn wakes up to the silence of her home, feeling the weight of her recent losses—her son Daniel’s departure after a painful argument and the d3ath of her husband, Robert. Discovering a note from Daniel stating he is leaving for good devastates her, stirring memories of the funeral where she felt isolated amidst relatives’ whispers about her struggles. Balancing two jobs to manage debts from Robert’s passing, Evelyn feels overwhelmed, especially with her own health issues.
Dr. Chen’s recent news about her medical treatment looms over her, adding to her anxiety about finances and her precarious situation. In her solitude, she recalls her determination to keep going for Daniel, unaware that he would soon be gone. Days pass without a trace of him, and a police officer reminds her that he is legally an adult who can choose to disappear.
As she grapples with bills and the reality of being alone, she contacts Dr. Chen to discuss her treatment options and financial assistance. Evelyn becomes resolute, taking on additional hours at her diner job and exhausting herself in the pursuit of stability. Life becomes a monotonous cycle of work, treatment, and sleep, with Daniel’s room left untouched, a painful reminder of hope.
Over the years, Evelyn slowly makes progress with her debts while coping with the emptiness of her personal life. On the anniversaries of significant events, she yearns for Daniel’s return, but the calls never come. After thirteen years of struggle, Daniel unexpectedly shows up at her door, seeking forgiveness and a chance to return home. His confession of past struggles with addiction and regret stirs mixed emotions in Evelyn.
Despite wanting to reconnect, she remains cautious, remembering the hurt and loneliness of the past. When Daniel is caught stealing her savings, Evelyn’s protective instincts kick in, and she orders him to leave. As he departs, she feels a strange sense of peace, realizing she can survive without him. Determined to focus on her own healing, she reaches out to Dr. Chen, ready to seek the support she needs, signaling a turning point in her journey toward reclaiming her life.
