My granddaughter Emily kicked me out of my apartment, claiming it was hers. Little did she know, her “perfect” fiancé, Tom, had a dark secret that would turn our lives upside down.
I’ve raised Emily since she was 16 after my son and his wife died in a car crash. Last Tuesday, Emily excitedly told me she was engaged to Tom, but after just two months. I was concerned, especially when she announced she was dropping out of college to marry him. But when she demanded I move out of the apartment, I was shocked.
I tried to reason with her, but she was firm. The next day, she literally shoved me out, telling me Tom was moving in. I spent the night in the hallway, unsure of where to go.
I stayed with my sister Beatrice and, with her help, hired a private investigator, Fiona, to look into Tom. She discovered that Tom had conned multiple wealthy women, leaving them heartbroken and broke.
The wedding day came quickly. I showed up at the venue with proof of Tom’s past. Emily was devastated when she found out the truth. Tom bolted, and Emily was left heartbroken. A few days later, she called me in panic—Tom had maxed out her cards and taken loans in her name.
Emily worked hard to pay off the debt and started taking online classes. Months later, we sat together, reflecting on everything. She thanked me for helping her learn the value of hard work and trust.
Our bond had been tested, but we emerged stronger. Sometimes, tough love is exactly what’s needed.