After We Fell

In a poignant flashback, Carol Young makes the difficult choice to remove her husband, Richard, from their home due to his crippling alcohol dependence. This marks the beginning of a challenging journey for her and their daughter, Tessa.

Tessa is forced to confront harsh realities as she struggles with homelessness alongside her boyfriend, Hardin Scott. They take in her father, Richard, who has nowhere else to go, complicating their living situation.

Tessa attempts to mend her relationship with Richard while Hardin expresses skepticism about his intentions, suggesting that Richard should take money and leave. Richard instead seeks a chance to make amends and rebuild their family ties.

During a vulnerable moment, Tessa shares her plans to move to Seattle for a job at Vance Publishing with Landon, Hardin's step-brother. This revelation creates tension as Hardin dreams of moving to London but struggles with Tessa's decision.

An evening at a local bar escalates when Hardin and Richard confront a patron who makes disrespectful remarks about Tessa. This physical confrontation exemplifies the mounting tensions within their challenging dynamics.

The next day, Richard chooses to leave the apartment, which deepens the conflict between Hardin and Tessa regarding her move to Seattle. This escalation puts further strain on their already fragile relationship.

Kimberly, Vance's fiancée, invites Tessa and Hardin to stay with her in Seattle, offering a brief reprieve from their troubles. This opportunity allows them to reset and reconsider their paths forward.

Tessa and Hardin spend a weekend at Hardin's family lake house, where emotional tensions simmer beneath the surface. Hardin begins to reconnect with his family, while Tessa grapples with jealousy over his interactions with Lillian.

An intimate moment in the hot tub leads to Hardin confronting Tessa about her feelings for her coworker, Trevor. Tessa’s admission of her speculations ignites an argument, causing Hardin to storm off.

Hardin discovers Robert's phone number in Tessa's belongings, which heightens their conflicts, leading them to leave the lake house in a state of turmoil. This incident serves as a breaking point in their relationship.

After leaving the lake house, Hardin reflects on the pain he's caused Tessa during days of silence. He reads her journal, which makes him realize the depth of his mistakes, leading him toward self-improvement.

Tessa learns about Vance and Kimberly’s impending parenthood, which stirs a mix of excitement and apprehension within her. This news complicates Tessa's feelings about her own future and responsibilities.

Haunted by a nightmare, Hardin confronts Tessa about her journal, leading to a heartfelt apology. This moment creates a temporary peace, suggesting a potential mending of their fraught relationship.

Upon finding Richard in their apartment, battered and beaten over old debts, Hardin chooses to settle this by giving Richard a watch. This act illustrates Hardin's complex blend of compassion and frustration.

Tessa’s visit to the gynecologist delivers sobering news of a potential cervix issue, impacting her emotional state significantly. As she processes this news, it adds to the burden of her already complex relationship with Hardin.