After Samuel Brown’s death, his $5.3 million mansion didn’t go to his wife or daughter. Instead, it was bequeathed to his house helper’s son, Brian.
“Will you be able to come later today, William?” Samuel asked his lawyer, William Banks, on the phone. “I’m as certain of it as I am of who will be the next heir to all of my property,” Samuel affirmed.
Sixty years ago, Samuel lost his pregnant wife, Olivia, in a fire, leading him to create his successful company, Olivia Designs. Later, he met Samantha, a young designer. She exploited his wealth and gave birth to a child who wasn’t his, but Samuel raised the child as his own.
In his final years, Samantha and their daughter abandoned Samuel, leaving him in the care of his devoted house helper, Emma. After Emma’s death, Samuel decided to reward her kindness. He wrote his will, leaving the mansion to Emma’s son, Brian, and the rest of his estate to charity.
When Samuel passed away, Samantha returned, expecting to inherit his wealth, only to discover the truth. “Your husband gave his million-dollar mansion to his house helper’s son,” Mr. Banks informed her. Samantha’s attempts to contest the will failed, leaving her and her daughter homeless and penniless.
Lessons:
- Karma prevails: Samantha and her daughter faced the consequences of their actions.
- Good deeds are rewarded: Samuel honored Emma’s dedication by ensuring her son’s security.
