Ep 6. Master Manipulator

In the sixth episode of season 4 of Evil Lives Here, titled "Master Manipulator," viewers are introduced to the story of a woman named Gloria Williams. Gloria was a devoted mother of four who was swept off her feet by a charming man named Charles Manley.

Viewers learn that Charles seemed like the man of Gloria's dreams at first - he was handsome, successful, and showered her with attention and affection. However, as time went on, Gloria began to notice some troubling behaviors in Charles. He was controlling, jealous, and had a temper that sometimes turned violent.

Despite these red flags, Gloria stayed with Charles, convinced that he truly loved her and would change his ways. In reality, Charles was a master manipulator who knew exactly how to keep Gloria under his thumb. He isolated her from her friends and family, convinced her that she was the only one who could help him deal with his anger issues, and even convinced her to move to another state with him.

Throughout the episode, Gloria's children recount the ways in which Charles abused and manipulated their mother. They describe how he alienated them from Gloria and made them fear for her safety. They recall the times when he became violent and how he would afterward manipulate Gloria into believing that she had somehow provoked him.

As the story unfolds, viewers learn that the abuse that Gloria suffered at Charles's hands came to a head one day when she discovered something that she could not ignore. The discovery eventually led to a dramatic and life-changing decision.

While "Master Manipulator" is a difficult episode to watch due to the painful subject matter, it is an important story about the dangers of domestic abuse and the insidious ways in which abusers can manipulate their victims. Through Gloria's story, viewers are able to see how even the strongest and most capable people can fall prey to abusive relationships.