Silent Triggers
In the heart of Washington, D.C., 17-year-old Terry Washington navigates the tumultuous waters of adolescence, burdened by the shadows of his past. His father's brutal murder, a crime for which his best friend Tyron has taken the fall, haunts him daily. As Terry grapples with the weight of his guilt and the responsibilities of impending fatherhood with his girlfriend Leslie, the secrets he carries threaten to unravel his fragile world.
Terry's life is a delicate balance of school, family, and the ever-present specter of his father's death. At Georgetown University, where he juggles a demanding course load, he finds himself at odds with his ex, Camila, and tormented by the taunts of his rival, Jake. Amidst the academic pressures, he struggles to find solace and redemption.
Leslie, carrying their unborn child, battles her own demons, hurt by Terry's past infidelities and the strained relationship with her own father. As she seeks understanding and support, Terry must confront his mistakes and strive to be the man she and their child need him to be.
Tragedy has already struck Terry's family, with his mother lost to violence connected to his father, and the pain continues to ripple through their lives. In the face of mounting pressures and heartbreaking losses, Terry's journey is one of survival and the search for a future where he can find peace and build a new life.
"Silent Triggers" is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the quest for redemption. Set against a backdrop of familial loyalty and personal turmoil, it explores the depths of human emotion and the silent triggers that can set a life on an unexpected path. As Terry and those around him face their inner demons, they must navigate a world where every choice has profound consequences, and the search for forgiveness and hope is a journey fraught with pain and resilience.