In the days leading up to her wedding, Paula was excited about marrying a man who seemed almost perfect. While preparing for the wedding, she conducted one last test for her fiancé to see if their values were truly aligned.
Twenty-five-year-old Paula recently graduated from her studies in the UK. She was a hardworking woman preparing to lead her parents’ company in the US. Even though she understood she had to gradually involve herself in the business, she couldn’t wait to apply her ideas to the company.
As soon as she returned home, she spent every day at work. She was involved in the daily running of the business. She also founded a charity project to help needy people in her hometown. This project fulfilled her and kept her in touch with people in the community who needed the most help.
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Paula’s parents were very proud of her. They could see that their daughter was passionate about the business and the charity project. But they were worried about her personal life. “We just think it’s time for you to lessen your workload and start socializing,” Paula’s mother said.
“Relax, Mom. I’ll make time eventually. I want to ensure that all these projects, especially the charity one, are sustainable,” Paula replied.
“But we would like grandchildren,” her father added, “The sooner, the better.”
“It’s funny you’re both talking about grandchildren when you were never satisfied with the guys I used to bring home before I left to study,” Paula said.
“Yes, but those boys weren’t good enough for you. You’re older now with better judgment, so we trust you,” her mother replied.
Paula assured them she would consider looking for a partner. “But don’t think it will happen tomorrow. I need to sort out the business first,” she said.
A week later, Paula was rushing to a meeting across town when she came across a gentleman giving food to a homeless man. She noticed how well he was dressed and interacted with the man with kindness. She walked up to him and introduced herself. “I’ve never seen you around town before,” she told him.
“My name is Curtis. I just moved here to establish an office for my business,” he said.
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While introducing themselves, another beggar walked up to them to ask for some food. Curtis immediately pulled out a thick wad of cash and handed it to the woman.
Paula was shocked. She had never seen such generosity before. “How about we...
