Mother Faces Divorce on Daughter's Wedding Day

On the morning of her daughter Stella's wedding, a mother reflects on her 27 years of marriage to Doyle, who has been distant and preoccupied with work. During the ceremony, she experiences a moment of nostalgia and pride as Stella walks down the aisle with Doyle.

However, her emotions shift when she notices Doyle's close interaction with Beatrice, his 29-year-old assistant, who was invited to the wedding at Doyle's insistence. The mother feels a sense of unease regarding Beatrice's bright red dress and Doyle's behavior.

Later, during the reception, Doyle calls for a family gathering in a private room, which adds to the mother's anxiety. The day, meant to be joyous, is overshadowed by the impending divorce, which Doyle has already initiated by handing her divorce papers.