Evelyn had always been the cornerstone of her family, pouring her love and dedication into raising her son, Ethan, as a single mother. She had given him everything, nurturing him with unwavering affection.

Now that Ethan was starting his own family, Evelyn eagerly anticipated the arrival of her grandson, Liam. The thought of holding him for the first time filled her with immense joy and excitement.

But when that moment finally came, things weren’t as she had imagined. Ethan seemed distant, lost in thought, and not as engaged as she hoped. Their once-close relationship had become strained, and he seemed reluctant to spend time with her.

Determined to bridge the gap between them, Evelyn decided to take matters into her own hands. When Ethan didn’t respond to her calls or agree to meet up, she resolved to visit him at his home, despite the challenge of using a walker.

Evelyn had never been one to shy away from obstacles, and she was determined not to let her physical limitations stop her. The walk to Ethan’s house felt like an eternity, with each step exhausting her body, but her determination kept her going. Though her legs protested with each movement, her will remained firm, and she took breaks only when necessary.

As the sun began to set, Evelyn finally arrived at Ethan’s doorstep, a mixture of hope and anxiety swelling in her chest. She held a small bag in her hand, a symbol of her journey, and with a deep breath, she rang the doorbell. Her heart raced as she waited.

Ethan opened the door, clearly surprised and a bit frustrated. “Mom?” he said in disbelief. “What are you doing here?”

Evelyn managed a weak smile, though exhaustion and the sting of rejection lingered. “What a surprise,” she said, her voice shaky. She tried to inject some enthusiasm into her words, but Ethan’s response was far from warm.

“I told you before, Mom, you can’t just show up here unannounced,” he said, clearly irritated. “I’ve got a lot going on right now, and Isabella’s waiting for her guests.”

Evelyn’s heart sank. “I know you’re busy, Ethan, but I just wanted to meet Liam. I didn’t want to be a burden.”

“Impose? Mom, there’s too much going on right now. I need to focus on my family,” Ethan snapped, his frustration evident.

Tears welled up in Evelyn’s eyes. She had always tried to respect Ethan’s space, but his sudden coldness was painful. “I’m sorry if I’ve caused any trouble,” she said softly. “I just wanted to be there for Liam.”