TLDR;
Caitlyn, a young woman, enters the lives of Gabe and Liz, claiming to be Gabe's long-lost daughter. This arrival stirs up a series of unsettling events, including Liz's suspicions about an inappropriate relationship between Gabe and Caitlyn, leading to a web of lies, betrayals, and a shocking revelation of an affair. Ultimately, Liz uncovers the truth about Caitlyn's identity and Gabe's manipulative scheme, leading to a confrontation and the dissolution of their marriage. In the end, Liz rebuilds her life and strengthens her bond with her son, AJ.
- Caitlyn claims to be Gabe's daughter, disrupting his marriage with Liz.
- Liz suspects an inappropriate relationship between Gabe and Caitlyn.
- The truth is revealed: Gabe and Caitlyn are having an affair, and Caitlyn is not his daughter.
- Liz confronts Gabe, leading to a violent confrontation and their separation.
- Liz rebuilds her life and strengthens her relationship with her son.
Caitlyn's Arrival and Introduction [0:00]
Caitlyn is introduced as she observes AJ and his friend Shawn outside a blue house. She later approaches Gabe and Liz, claiming to be Gabe's daughter from a past relationship with Elaine Patterson, presenting Elaine's will as proof. Caitlyn mentions she believed her father was dead until recently and has been living in her car since her mother's death. Despite the awkwardness, Liz invites Caitlyn to stay with them, and AJ is informed that Caitlyn might be his half-sister.
Initial Interactions and Growing Suspicions [2:21]
Caitlyn spends the night at Gabe and Liz's house, causing some discomfort for AJ. Liz notices the budding connection between Gabe and Caitlyn. While Liz is at work, Caitlyn snoops around the house, discovering Gabe's musical background and Liz's medication. Liz's friend, Angie, expresses concern about her returning to work too soon, given her recent nervous breakdown. At work, Liz apologizes to her boss, Mr. Tilman, for past incidents related to her mental health.
Musical Connection and Awkward Encounters [4:33]
Liz finds Caitlyn and Gabe making music together at a studio, which stirs up complex emotions. Liz and Gabe discuss the financial pressures they face, leading to Liz agreeing to let Caitlyn stay until the blood test results come back. Caitlyn bonds with AJ over video games, discussing his strained relationship with his mother. During dinner, an awkward moment occurs when Gabe inappropriately wipes wine off Caitlyn's chest, raising Liz's suspicions further. Gabe also undermines Liz's authority by allowing the teens to go out for ice cream against her wishes.
Rising Tensions and Troubling Revelations [6:44]
Caitlyn inquires about nervous breakdowns, hinting at her growing concern about Liz's mental state. AJ reveals to Caitlyn that his mother has had violent outbursts and was institutionalized. Liz witnesses Gabe being overly affectionate with Caitlyn, fueling her suspicions. She confronts Gabe about the inappropriate intimacy she perceives between him and Caitlyn, but he dismisses her concerns.
Accusations and a Kiss [8:32]
Liz discovers that a client file is missing from her computer and accuses Caitlyn of deleting it, leading to Caitlyn's abrupt departure. Gabe defends Caitlyn and suggests that Liz may have returned to work too soon. AJ and Caitlyn share a hug after helping AJ connect with Jackie, but in the heat of the moment, AJ kisses Caitlyn.
Confrontations and Confirmations [10:06]
Liz apologizes to AJ for her past behavior, and they reconcile. Liz overhears Caitlyn and AJ discussing the kiss, which nearly triggers a mental episode. She confronts Caitlyn, revealing that she knows about the kiss and questions Caitlyn's intentions. Caitlyn hands Gabe the DNA results, confirming that he is her father.
Birthday Party and Escalating Jealousy [11:19]
AJ confides in Shawn about his fear that his mother will relapse. Caitlyn tells Gabe that she is scared of Liz, and Gabe asks her to stay longer. At Gabe's birthday party, Liz apologizes to Caitlyn and admits to feeling jealous of her connection with Gabe and her positive influence on AJ. Gabe becomes jealous when he sees Caitlyn flirting with Paul and aggressively confronts him, causing a scene.
Suspicions Confirmed and the Affair Revealed [12:22]
Liz confronts Gabe about his jealousy and mentions the kiss between AJ and Caitlyn. Gabe deflects by bringing up Liz's mental health. Caitlyn decides to leave due to the constant fighting. Gabe tells AJ that the siblings should not kiss each other, excluding Liz from their future plans. Liz is fired from her job after her presentation file is corrupted. She accuses Caitlyn of deleting the files, but Caitlyn denies it. Liz discovers that Caitlyn lied about when she started working at the record store.
Unraveling the Truth and Final Confrontation [14:35]
Liz suspects that Caitlyn might not be Gabe's daughter and investigates further. She learns that Elaine is still alive and incarcerated. AJ is suspended from school after a fight with Shawn. Gabe and Caitlyn are caught having an affair by AJ and Liz. Liz realizes that Gabe manipulated her into believing Caitlyn was his daughter so they could be together. Gabe admits to the affair, blaming Liz for neglecting him and their family. Liz smashes Gabe's guitar and AJ punches his father. Liz tells Gabe and Caitlyn to leave and never come back.
Aftermath and New Beginnings [16:53]
Liz starts a new job at an architectural firm and strengthens her bond with AJ. The video concludes with Liz appreciating the stronger relationship she now shares with her son.