The Gift That Wasn't

Summary

After my year-end bonus came in, I immediately transferred 10,000 dollars to my husband to buy New Year’s gifts for both our parents. I even told him to get the very best, especially that case of whisky for my father.

On New Year’s Eve, I rushed home to have dinner with my parents. However, at the table that night, Dad, who had always loved his drinks, was sipping tea instead.

I was confused. “Dad, it’s the holidays. Why didn't you bring out the liquor?”

I smiled as I rose to my feet to grab the case. “Kevin went out of his way to get this. I heard it tastes amazing.”