My husband and I were overjoyed when we found out that our son was going to get married. Before the big day, we quietly told him that we wanted to surprise him with a flat as a wedding gift. David was thrilled when he heard our plan, and word quickly spread among his friends. As we were lost in wedding preparations, disaster struck.
Our daughter fell ill suddenly at work and ended up in hospital. My husband and I rushed straight there. Tests revealed she had a tumour and needed urgent surgery. Of course, we had to find a large sum of money quickly. Thankfully, we discovered the problem just in time.
Buying a flat for our son was simply not an option in those circumstances. We began to try to gather the money needed for our daughters treatment. We were so grateful when family and friends stepped in to help, refusing to turn their backs on our misfortune. Everyone did what they couldsome even gave us money and insisted we didnt pay them back. Together, we managed to collect enough for the operation.
What happened next left us stunned.
What about my flat? our son said. “You promised! You’re ruining my life.”
After David spoke those words, I simply collapsed. How could he say that? How could he be so selfish? Shes his sisterthey grew up together. How could he compare her life-saving surgery with his wedding and housing? I was at a loss for words. But David wouldnt stop.
Why does she get everything, and I get nothing?
I couldnt take it any longer and started shouting at him. I told him I didnt want to see him anymore. He packed his things and went to his fiancée. We didnt speak for two weeks.
Meanwhile, our daughter had the surgery, and thankfully, it went well. She was discharged a few weeks later. I never mentioned her brothers behaviour to her. There was no need to upset her further. David didnt call during that timenot once did he ask how his sister was. It seems a new flat matters far more to him than his own family.
