Daphne’s life spirals out of control when her mother-in-law, Helen, moves in, criticizing everything. Helen’s constant meddling pushes Daphne to her breaking point. Determined to teach Helen a lesson, Daphne makes a surprising phone call that changes everything.

“Helen, would you like some tea?” Daphne offers, trying to calm her. Helen declines, continuing to criticize the house. Daphne reaches her limit when Helen scolds her son Jack for getting a B on his math test, calling Daphne a “terrible mother.”

Determined to make a point, Daphne calls Helen’s own mother-in-law, Mrs. Anderson, inviting her over. Helen panics, cleaning the house frantically. When Mrs. Anderson arrives, she harshly criticizes Helen, saying, “You’ve let things slide, and it shows.” Helen is devastated.

Watching Helen crumble under Mrs. Anderson’s criticism, Daphne realizes she’s become like Helen. She steps in, defending her mother-in-law: “Helen has done an excellent job. She’s been working hard.” Mrs. Anderson leaves, grumbling.

Helen, shocked by Daphne’s support, apologizes. Daphne suggests starting fresh. Helen agrees, smiling genuinely for the first time, marking a hopeful turn in their relationship.

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