The Diehard / My Brother's Keeper

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Lew Morgan is a despised man, with friends and family wishing for his demise. Grover, his longtime friend who runs the local general store, is frustrated by Lew's refusal to grant him another loan. Lew’s son, Whit, endures constant mistreatment, while Whit's wife, Dort, is a manipulative woman intent on securing Lew's wealth. Victoria, Lew’s daughter, struggles for her father's affection amidst the animosity surrounding him. Unbeknownst to Lew, his arrogance has made him a target, and at least one person is plotting his murder. In another story, Garth Sullivan shares a brownstone with his brother Howdy and Howdy's wife, Pamela. Once a woodworker, Garth's career ended due to an accident caused by Howdy, leading to a deep-seated hatred that intensifies during their family dinners. Garth devises a plan to eliminate Howdy by faking his own death, biding his time for the perfect moment to strike. However, he fails to consider Eunice, their unattractive neighbor who harbors feelings for him. When Eunice sees Garth alive after his staged death, she vows to keep his secret, but some secrets are too difficult to maintain.