Henry lies weak and fading, the steady tick of a clock marking his final moments. With what strength he has left, he turns to his wife, Martha, and gently asks the question that has clearly haunted him for years: “Were you ever unfaithful to me?”
Martha freezes, twisting her wedding ring, before quietly admitting she was—three times. She insists each time had a “good reason.” Shocked but desperate for the truth, Henry listens.
Her first confession: years ago, when they were close to losing their home, she visited the banker privately. The next day, their mortgage was magically extended. Henry, though stunned, realizes she acted out of panic and forgives her.
Her second confession: when Henry needed a heart surgery they couldn’t afford, the doctor performed it for free—after Martha spent a night convincing him. Henry is shaken but acknowledges she saved his life.
The final confession: when Henry ran for president of his golf club, he was short seventy-three votes. Martha smiles proudly as she explains that she “secured them all.”
Henry’s eyes widen as the meaning sinks in—equal parts horror and disbelief. The moment, meant for solemn honesty, turns into a darkly funny twist, revealing just how far Martha was willing to go in the name of love, loyalty, and questionable devotion.
