Her words cut deep, but I knew I had to act. I hired a private investigator, who quickly uncovered Edison’s dark history—failed businesses, gambling issues, and debts. Armed with this knowledge, I confronted him at a casino, winning a poker game to make a point. I warned him to stay away from Serena, but I had a feeling he wouldn’t stop.
Then, I heard Serena was planning an engagement party. Desperate, I attended, determined to stop the wedding. With the help of Annie, Edison’s sister, we exposed his lies. During the ceremony, several women stood up, revealing how Edison had conned them. Serena was devastated, throwing her ring aside and fleeing from the church.
Soon after, Edison was arrested for fraud. Serena came to me, full of regret. “Dad, I’m sorry. I should’ve listened to you.”
I hugged her, offering her a plane ticket to Boston, where she had once dreamed of studying fashion design. “It’s time for a fresh start.”
She smiled, grateful. “Thank you, Dad. I love you.”
This experience taught me a powerful lesson: always be present in your children’s lives. If I had been there for Serena earlier, she might have avoided Edison. But now, we have a second chance, and I won’t let her down again.
Lessons from this story:
- Stay involved in your children’s lives. It could prevent them from making dangerous mistakes.
- Trust your instincts and fight for your loved ones when something feels wrong.