Anna worked tirelessly to buy and renovate her dream home, pouring her heart into every detail. When her sister, Lisa, begged to use it for her son Jason’s birthday party, Anna reluctantly agreed, trusting her promise to take care of it.

When Anna returned, she was devastated. Her home was trashed — stained rugs, broken furniture, and her beloved garden destroyed. Lisa dismissed her anger, claiming Anna didn’t understand because she had no children, even implying Anna didn’t “need” such a house. Heartbroken, Anna spent over $3,000 repairing everything while Lisa never apologized or offered to help.

Months later, Lisa’s own home flooded, causing nearly the same amount of damage. Though the situation mirrored Anna’s experience, it brought her no joy — only emptiness. Their relationship fell silent, but Anna stayed close to Jason, protecting his innocence and never letting him know what had happened.

As Anna rebuilt her garden and hosted friends under the pergola, she realized her home was more than walls and furniture — it was her sanctuary. From then on, she vowed never to let anyone take that peace away again.