The man went on, “Today is our 40th wedding anniversary. I wanted to surprise my wife by bringing her to her favourite restaurant. I saved up for our special day. But then, as our dinner progressed, I realised I was running short of money. I didn’t want to put her through such an embarrassment and hence, resorted to something I never imagined I’d have to do.”
When she did not look convinced, he continued, “I never intended to run away with your money. You have my phone number. I promise to return it by next week. I am grateful for your help. Until then, please do not say anything to my wife,” he pleaded.
She was too stunned to say anything, no longer sure how to respond. It was a strange mix of emotions—anger and awe. On the one hand, she was upset that the old man lied to get help, on the other, her heart was moved beyond words to see someone go to such lengths just for the happiness of their loved one. With all her ideas of ‘right’ and ‘wrong’, she sat in dilemma, wondering if this was what people called undying love.
Edited by Shalini K Sharma
Krishna Dutt
January 21, 2019 at 4:54 pmNice and touching story. Human emotions have innumerable way of expression.
Soulveda
January 21, 2019 at 6:31 pmThank you, Krishna.
soma sundar
March 20, 2019 at 3:01 pmnice touching story.. thnx for this message …
Soulveda
March 20, 2019 at 4:30 pmThank you, Soma.
Vatsala N
May 7, 2019 at 12:56 pmNice story