Grandpa’s will had a condition. If my parents didn’t make peace with me, they would lose their inheritance—and the money would go to charity instead. Their apology wasn’t for love; it was for greed. I stood before everyone and spoke from the heart:
“Real wealth is love given freely, not bought with conditions.” Later, I learned Grandpa had left me a separate inheritance, enough to secure Sophie’s future. That night, cuddled on our worn couch between Liam and Sophie, I realized I had everything I ever needed. I had chosen love—and in doing so, I became the richest person I knew.