Larry had barely survived a terrifying health crisis, but the greatest danger waiting for him at home was not his illness.

It was Bethany.

The moment she walked through his front door, she knew exactly what she wanted. She wanted Lynette away from Larry.

And this time, she was determined to make sure Lynette would never return.

But Bethany had no idea that Larry was hiding a secret that could destroy everything she had planned.

What really happened before Larry went to the hospital?

And why was Bethany so desperate to separate him from Lynette?

SCENE 1 — LARRY’S HOUSE — LATE AFTERNOON

The house was unusually quiet.

Larry sat on the couch, looking exhausted. A blanket covered his legs, and a glass of water rested on the table beside him.

His face was pale.

Every few moments, he closed his eyes, trying to recover from the frightening experience he had endured at the hospital.

Lynette stood nearby, carefully arranging his medication.

She looked worried.

LYNETTE

Larry, you need to rest. The doctor said you shouldn’t get stressed about anything.

LARRY

I’m trying, Lynette. But I hate feeling like this.

LYNETTE

You’ll get better. Just give yourself some time.

Larry looked at her.

There was something he wanted to say, but he remained silent.

Suddenly, the doorbell rang.

LYNETTE

I’ll get it.

She opened the door.

Bethany stood outside, holding a small bag. Her expression was calm, but her eyes immediately moved toward Larry.

BETHANY

How is he?

LYNETTE

He’s recovering. The hospital sent him home yesterday.

Bethany stepped inside.

She looked at Larry sitting on the couch.

For a moment, her expression softened.

Then she turned toward Lynette.

BETHANY

We need to talk.

Lynette noticed the sudden change in her voice.

She had no idea that Bethany’s visit was about to turn her entire world upside down.

SCENE 2 — LARRY’S LIVING ROOM — CONTINUOUS

Bethany stood beside the couch.

Larry attempted to sit up straighter.

LARRY

Bethany? I didn’t know you were coming.

BETHANY

I heard what happened. I had to come and see you.

She looked at Lynette.

BETHANY

Although, I have to admit, I’m surprised.

LYNETTE

Surprised about what?

Bethany’s expression hardened.

BETHANY

How could you let him get this sick?

Lynette froze.

LYNETTE

What?

BETHANY

You’re living with him, aren’t you? You’re supposed to be taking care of him.

LYNETTE

I have been taking care of him!

BETHANY

Then explain why he ended up in the hospital.

Larry slowly raised his hand.

LARRY

Bethany, please. It wasn’t Lynette’s fault.

But Bethany ignored him.

She stepped closer to Lynette.

BETHANY

You should be ashamed of yourself.

Lynette’s eyes filled with tears.

LYNETTE

You don’t know what happened.

BETHANY

Then tell me.

Lynette struggled to find the right words.

Larry had been feeling unwell for days. His condition had suddenly worsened, and his heartbeat had become dangerously fast.

They had rushed him to the hospital.

The doctors had treated him and advised him to rest.

Lynette had stayed by his side throughout the ordeal.

But Bethany wasn’t interested in hearing the truth.

She had already decided who was responsible.

And she was not going to change her mind.

SCENE 3 — LARRY’S KITCHEN — MOMENTS LATER

Lynette walked into the kitchen.

She needed a moment to collect herself.

Bethany followed her.

BETHANY

Look at you.

LYNETTE

Please, Bethany. Not now.

BETHANY

When, then? When Larry gets even worse?

Lynette turned around.

LYNETTE

I love Larry. I’ve been doing everything I can for him.

Bethany shook her head.

BETHANY

Love isn’t enough.

Lynette stared at her.

BETHANY

A man like Larry needs someone who understands him. Someone who puts his health and happiness first.

LYNETTE

And you think that someone is you?

Bethany paused.

A faint smile appeared on her face.

BETHANY

Maybe I am.

Lynette looked away.

The words hurt more than she expected.

Bethany noticed.

She stepped closer and lowered her voice.

BETHANY

You know what I think? I think you’ve been so caught up in your own life that you’ve forgotten about him.

LYNETTE

That’s not true.

BETHANY

Then why does he look so miserable?

Lynette couldn’t answer.

Bethany had found the weakness she needed.

And she was about to use it.

SCENE 4 — LARRY’S LIVING ROOM — EVENING

Larry watched the two women from the couch.

He could hear their voices, but he couldn’t make out every word.

His eyes moved toward the hallway.

Something felt wrong.

Bethany returned to the living room.

BETHANY

Larry, you need peace. You need someone who can take care of you properly.

LARRY

I have Lynette.

Bethany looked at Lynette.

BETHANY

Do you?

Lynette lowered her eyes.

Larry noticed her reaction.

LARRY

What’s going on?

LYNETTE

Nothing.

Bethany sat beside Larry.

BETHANY

You shouldn’t have to worry about anything. I’ll make sure you’re taken care of.

Larry looked uncomfortable.

LARRY

I appreciate you coming, Bethany. But Lynette has been here for me.

Bethany’s expression changed.

For the first time, her confidence seemed to falter.

But only for a second.

BETHANY

Of course. I’m just trying to help.

She stood up.

Then she turned toward Lynette.

BETHANY

Come with me.

LYNETTE

Where?

BETHANY

We need to talk privately.

Lynette hesitated.

Larry looked at her.

LARRY

Lynette, please stay.

His voice was weak.

But Bethany’s words had already begun to take hold.

Would Lynette really leave him?

SCENE 5 — LARRY’S BEDROOM — NIGHT

Lynette stood near the window.

Bethany closed the bedroom door behind them.

BETHANY

You can’t keep living like this.

LYNETTE

What do you mean?

BETHANY

Look at your life. You’re constantly worried about Larry. You’re exhausted. You’re unhappy.

Lynette wiped away a tear.

LYNETTE

He’s sick. I can’t just leave him.

Bethany approached her.

BETHANY

Why not?

Lynette stared at her.

BETHANY

You deserve happiness too.

LYNETTE

But what about Larry?

BETHANY

He’ll be fine.

Bethany paused.

Then she delivered the words she had been saving.

BETHANY

He doesn’t need you anymore.

Lynette’s face fell.

LYNETTE

How can you say that?

BETHANY

Because it’s true. You’re only making things worse by staying.

Lynette looked toward the bedroom door.

She could hear Larry coughing in the other room.

Her heart ached.

Bethany gently took her hand.

BETHANY

Come with me. You need a fresh start.

LYNETTE

I don’t know.

BETHANY

You don’t have to decide everything tonight. Just pack a few things. Come with me for a while.

Lynette remained silent.

Bethany watched her carefully.

She knew that one more push might be enough.

SCENE 6 — LARRY’S LIVING ROOM — LATER

Lynette emerged from the bedroom carrying a small suitcase.

Larry looked up.

His expression changed immediately.

LARRY

Lynette? What’s that?

She stopped.

Her eyes filled with tears.

LYNETTE

I need some time.

Larry struggled to stand.

LARRY

Time? For what?

Bethany stepped forward.

BETHANY

Larry, don’t make this difficult.

LARRY

I wasn’t talking to you!

His voice echoed through the room.

Bethany stepped back.

Lynette looked shocked.

Larry turned toward her.

LARRY

Please. Tell me what’s happening.

Lynette couldn’t look at him.

LYNETTE

I just need to think.

LARRY

About what?

She remained silent.

Larry’s eyes moved toward Bethany.

Suddenly, he understood.

LARRY

You’re taking her away from me.

Bethany said nothing.

But her silence was enough.

Larry looked at Lynette.

LARRY

Is this what you want?

Lynette’s lips trembled.

LYNETTE

I don’t know anymore.

Those words broke something inside him.

He slowly sat back down.

Bethany took Lynette’s suitcase.

BETHANY

Let’s go.

Lynette hesitated.

For a moment, she looked as if she might turn around.

But Bethany gently pulled her toward the door.

And Lynette followed.

SCENE 7 — OUTSIDE LARRY’S HOUSE — NIGHT

The night air was cold.

Bethany walked toward her car.

Lynette followed, carrying a small handbag.

Neither woman spoke.

When they reached the car, Lynette stopped.

She looked back at the house.

A light was still shining through the living room window.

Larry was inside.

Alone.

LYNETTE

Bethany…

Bethany turned around.

BETHANY

What?

LYNETTE

Do you think he’ll be okay?

Bethany looked toward the house.

BETHANY

He has to be.

Lynette lowered her eyes.

Bethany opened the passenger door.

BETHANY

Come on. We need to leave.

Lynette slowly got inside.

Bethany closed the door.

Then she walked around to the driver’s side.

Before getting in, she glanced at the house one final time.

A strange expression crossed her face.

It wasn’t sadness.

It was satisfaction.

She had gotten exactly what she wanted.

Or so she thought.

SCENE 8 — LARRY’S HOUSE — SAME NIGHT

Larry sat alone in the living room.

The silence was unbearable.

He stared at the empty space where Lynette had been standing.

Her suitcase was gone.

Her belongings were gone.

And now, she was gone too.

Larry reached for his phone.

His hand trembled slightly.

He opened his contacts and scrolled through the list.

Then he stopped.

A name appeared on the screen.

He stared at it for several seconds.

Fina