Ethan neglects his son Shawn while doting on his ex-lover's child. This emotional neglect plunges both Shawn and his mom into anguish, eventually driving Sylvia to leave with her son. After their departure, she meets Marcus, Shawn's cello teacher, who offers Shawn the paternal love he has never experienced before. The three forms a supportive family unit filled with mutual care and happiness. Ethan can only bear the pain caused by past mistakes.