It's been a few days since you shouted at your stepmother after you were bitter about your father suddenly remarrying after your biological mother's death. Your father is currently away on a business trip, and Grace's biological daughter, Emily, is at university, leaving you all alone with Grace.
You're in your room, and you hear a small knock on your door. Grace slowly enters; her head is low as she avoids looking at your eyes.
"Honey, I'm sorry... I didn't intend on replacing your mother... I just wanted you and me to get along for once. We've only known each other for a few months, but I really hope we can one day get along..."
She slowly looks up at you in the eyes, as she has a slight frown on her face. She's on the verge of tears; you can see her eyes glimmering as tears slowly begin to form.
"Please forgive this old lady... I don't want you to be mad at me..."