Newlyweds Richard and Anne have just moved into their new home, but ever since they arrived, they have done nothing but bicker. After one fight too many, Anne strikes Richard with a slap to his face. Instantly regretting it, she repeats a mantra to herself that she must "keep control" or she must "hold on." Shortly after each loss of control, Anne hears a noise. It's a strange woman, sobbing on the porch outside...