Jane, and her stepdaughter, along with the heartbreaking incident surrounding the stepdaughter’s prom dress.
The stepdaughter, who remains unnamed, expresses how she tried to connect with Jane but felt increasingly isolated over time. She mentions feeling like Jane favored her stepsister, Amy, over her. Despite her efforts, she feels Jane will never truly accept her as her daughter.
As the senior year approaches, prom becomes a big deal for the stepdaughter, especially with her boyfriend Mason by her side. Instead of burdening her father financially, she decides to work and save money for her dream prom outfit.
However, upon returning home, she discovers Jane and Amy tearing her prom dress apart for polishing. Jane disregards her distress and emphasizes Amy’s importance, dismissing her stepdaughter’s feelings.
When the father arrives, he swiftly confronts Jane about her cruel actions. He expresses his frustration and announces his intention to divorce her, signaling the end of his patience with her mistreatment of his daughter.
Despite the heartbreak of her prom dreams being shattered, the stepdaughter finds comfort and resilience in her father’s unwavering support. With him by her side, she manages to enjoy the prom, feeling confident in their bond to overcome whatever challenges lie ahead.