Richard was celebrating his 80th birthday when he learned of his daughter Deidre’s dire financial circumstances.
She owed a notorious loan shark named Mr. Marco money and he had threatened to kill her. Richard did not hesitate to enter into a risky business deal with Mr. Marco in order to save his daughter.
Richard had no idea that this choice would send him down a dangerous road that included illegal activity and an exciting vehicle chase. He mortgaged his home to cover Deidre’s debt in spite of the dangers. But Mr. Marco escalated the matter by asking for more money.
Richard and Deidre were engaged in a heated altercation with Mr. Marco at a neighborhood club when the cops broke things up and took the loan shark into custody. As the truth came to light, it was evident that Deidre had made rash actions as a result of her failing business.
Though shaken, Richard remained unflinching, assuring his daughter of his love and support and stressing the value of honest communication. Richard had unintentionally participated in unlawful activity, but the authorities had released him once he filed his statements.
Emotions were running high as they left the scene, and Richard said he wished he had a closer relationship with Deidre.
This terrifying event brought to light the perils of extreme financial hardship and the remarkable lengths a loving father will go to in order to keep his child safe.