A Mother’s Gift That Silenced an Entire Wedding Hall
Maria’s life had never been easy. She grew up poor, worked long hours, and sacrificed every dream she once had to give her son, Aiden, a better future.
By day and by night, she worked as a janitor—scrubbing classrooms and offices while others slept. Her back ached, her hands burned from cleaning chemicals, but she never complained. Every dollar went toward food, clothing, and her son’s education.
When Aiden was old enough, she managed to send him to a good boarding school. As he boarded the bus, she hugged him tightly and said:
“I’ll work hard, baby. You’ll go to college, no matter what.”
A Love That Crossed Two Worlds
Aiden excelled in science and dreamed of becoming a doctor. During a medical program, he met Linda, the daughter of a wealthy doctor. Maria worried. “People with money might look down on us,” she warned.
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