Harper was running late for Emily’s birthday party and called an Uber. The driver, Ethan, arrived quickly, and they set off through the city. Harper was wearing her mom’s old watch, a treasured keepsake.

Ethan noticed the watch and asked if Harper’s mom was Janet Wilkerson. Shocked, Harper confirmed it. Ethan revealed that he had dated Janet in college and had given her the watch. He further explained that Janet had stolen from people, including him, and had eventually run away with Harper’s dad.

Stunned by the revelations, Harper felt her world unravel. She thanked Ethan for his honesty and decided to skip the party. Back at her apartment, Harper called her mom, who admitted to her past mistakes and apologized for not sharing the truth.

Harper felt a mix of betrayal and sadness. She decided to return the watch to her mom and asked for some space to process everything. Exhausted, she curled up on the couch, knowing her relationship with her mom would never be the same.