Bethany’s mom warns Larry about her

 

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Bethany didn’t know it yet, but the moment her mother stepped out of that rickshaw… her entire world was about to fall apart.

EXT. BETHANY’S HOUSE — EVENING

A quiet street under an orange sky.
The air feels heavy, as if bracing for something emotional.

A RICKSHAW stops.
Bethany’s MOM steps out, worrying her hands, gathering courage.

She walks to the door and knocks softly.

MOM
Bethany, sweetheart… open the door.

The door opens.
Bethany stands there — eyes tired, slightly swollen, her mood already tense.

BETHANY
(frustrated)
What now, Mom? Everyone just blames me these days.

INT. BETHANY’S LIVING ROOM — CONTINUOUS

Bethany crosses her arms, guarding herself.
Her mom moves carefully, sitting on the sofa.

MOM
(gentle but firm)
Bethany… listen. You’re having problems with everyone.
Sometimes with your brother. Sometimes with Larry.
There’s always some argument.
You need to understand your own behavior, beta.

Bethany’s eyes flare with disbelief and anger.

BETHANY
Oh please! Everyone blames me.
Larry is perfect? Brooke is perfect? Sharra is perfect?
I’m the only problem, right?

Her mom shakes her head softly.

MOM
No, Bethany… I’m not calling you bad.
I’m saying your anger is pushing everyone away.
You’re hurting yourself.

Bethany’s voice rises, sharp and explosive.

BETHANY
Stop it! Stop lecturing me!
You ALWAYS come here just to point out my mistakes!

Her mom tries again — voice trembling but steady.

MOM
I’m only trying to help you…

Bethany snaps.

BETHANY
Mom, get out.
Get OUT of my house!
Leave me alone!

Her mother freezes — shocked, heartbroken.
Tears fill her eyes.

MOM
(whispering)
Bethany… you’re not okay…

Bethany turns away, refusing to look at her.

With a devastated breath, her mom steps out of the house.
She wipes her tears on the doorstep, shaken by a terrifying realization:

Bethany is spiraling — emotionally, mentally… socially.
And now Larry and the children are tangled in the storm.

FADE OUT.

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EXT. STREET — EVENING

Bethany’s mom walks slowly, each step heavier than the last.
Her face is marked with worry and fear.

She heads straight toward Larry’s home.

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INT. LARRY’S LIVING ROOM — MOMENTS LATER

Larry opens the door, surprised to see her trembling, teary.

LARRY
Mom? What happened? Are you crying?

She steps inside. Larry hands her a glass of water.

MOM
Larry… I need to talk to you.
It’s very important.

She breathes in deeply, gathering strength.

MOM
Larry… Bethany is not okay.
She’s having emotional breakdowns.
She fights with everyone.
Even with me… she argued and threw me out of the house.

Larry’s eyes widen — shocked.

LARRY
She… she made you leave?

MOM
Yes.
Larry, listen to me.
Bethany’s behavior is becoming dangerous.
She is not stable.
I’m worried for Brooke and Sharra.

Larry rubs his forehead, sinking into a chair — overwhelmed.

LARRY
I knew she was stressed but… is it really that serious?

She nods firmly.

MOM
Larry, she’s out of control.
You must keep Brooke and Sharra away from her.
It’s not safe.
She could hurt herself… or someone else.

Larry lowers his head, stunned.

The puzzle pieces — Bethany’s outbursts, her mood swings, her paranoia — begin falling into place.

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INT. LARRY’S LIVING ROOM — LATER

Larry sits on the couch, lost in his thoughts.

Dark questions swirl in his head:

“Should I confront her?”
“Should I protect Brooke first?”
“Should I keep distance?”
“Should I get her professional help?”

Bethany’s mom gently places a hand on his shoulder.

MOM
Larry… I know this is hard.
But please.
Keep your daughters safe.

Larry nods slowly — but fear lingers in his eyes.

LARRY
I understand…
I’ll think carefully.
I need to figure out the next step.

He stands by the window, staring at the empty street outside.
Night settles over everything — cold, unsettling.

Inside, Larry’s heart feels heavier than the darkness.

If Bethany is really unstable…
he can’t let her near Brooke or Sharra.

But staying away…
might shatter her completely.

He doesn’t know which path is right.
But he knows one thing:

Whatever decision he makes next…
will change everything.

FADE OUT.