How would Todd react to seeing Lydia with a partner? Given his obsessive admiration, he’d likely see any man in her life as a threat, stalking him for weaknesses. Fueled by jealousy and insecurity, he might even feel betrayed—despite Lydia never reciprocating his feelings.
How would Todd react if he saw Lydia with a husband or boyfriend? Given that Lydia had a serious partner with whom she had a daughter, but details about her ex and his current status remain unknown, would Todd obsessively stalk and analyze him for weaknesses? Would he view the man not as a father or past love, but merely as an obstacle?
Considering Todd’s idolization of Lydia and his tendency to misinterpret her politeness as affection, would he feel envious or even betrayed by her being with someone else? Could this trigger deep insecurity, leading him to take drastic action, as he did with Declan’s crew?