When Linda’s older brother, Brian, inherited their late grandmother’s house, he couldn’t help but mock his younger sister who only received five old clocks. Little did they know, those clocks held a secret.
“Oh, so Grandma called you too?” Brian teased 19-year-old Linda. “I thought you’d be out in the library, as usual.”
Despite Brian’s taunts, Linda’s heart ached with concern for her 90-year-old grandmother, Marlene, who had asked to see them urgently.
“My wish is to see you one last time, sweethearts,” Marlene had emotionally told them over the phone.
Entering her grandmother’s dusty room, Linda’s eyes welled up. It was hard facing Marlene’s frailty. Brian stood indifferent, eager to uncover the purpose behind their visit.
Linda’s Discovery Inside the Clock
Linda rushed to Marlene’s side, promising, “Nothing bad will happen to you. You’re everything to us.”
Living with Marlene the previous year, Linda had been willing to forgo a life-changing scholarship to care for her. But Marlene insisted she pursue her dreams, knowing Linda’s potential.
Ignoring her brother’s sneers about the untidy room, Linda focused on the moment. When Marlene handed them envelopes containing $5,000 each, Linda’s heartfelt sobs filled the room, while Brian’s disappointment was palpable.
The next morning, Linda surprised Marlene by returning, bringing light and warmth back to the room. She had combined her savings with Marlene’s gift, totaling $9,000 for Marlene’s much-needed eye surgery.
Marlene protested, touching a deep bond with Linda. “It’s too late for me,” she said. But Linda promised to stay, making Marlene’s last days filled with love and care.
Linda’s presence revived Marlene, filling her life with joy once more. The stale dinners were replaced with warm, loving meals. The house began to feel like home again.
With Linda’s help, the house was renovated, fixing the leaks and honoring her grandparents’ legacy. Marlene was overjoyed, seeing her beloved home restored.
Shortly after, Marlene passed away peacefully, leaving Linda with cherished memories. After the funeral, the siblings were surprised by an unexpected inheritance.
The lawyer disclosed that Brian would inherit the house. Though upset, Linda wasn’t envious. Instead, she held onto the box she was given containing five antique clocks.
Brian’s laughter at the “insignificant” gift filled the room. But Linda, taking the clocks back home, noticed something on one of them – an engraved note. Curiosity piqued, she opened it.
Inside was a message from Marlene: “These clocks are invaluable antiques, cherished by your grandfather. Each is worth $40,000.” Tears of joy filled Linda’s eyes as she realized the fortune she held.
“Everyone gets what they truly deserve,” the note read, affirming Linda’s belief in her grandmother’s wisdom and love.
Linda chose to keep this revelation to herself, allowing Brian to bask in his assumption of having won the best treasure.
Lessons from the Heart
Through her grandmother’s clocks, Linda experienced the true riches of love, kindness, and the rewards of patience.
