DADADEL
As Mary applied her makeup, her heart was filled with anticipation. She was excited for the anniversary celebration her husband, John, had arranged to mark their ten years together. His parties were always extravagant, meticulously planned to perfection, so she did not doubt that tonight would be another exceptional evening.
Family, friends, and business associates had all been invited, including John’s sister, Lauren—the one person Mary struggled to connect with.
Lauren was known for being demanding, meddling in everyone’s affairs, and making snide remarks. Although Lauren’s behavior often grated on Mary’s nerves, she refrained from reacting out of respect for John.
Dressed in her new outfit and red heels, Mary descended the stairs to greet her guests, only to see Lauren had also chosen to wear red. Mary was certain it was a deliberate choice, but she refused to let it spoil her mood.
As the evening progressed and guests mingled, John raised a glass for a toast and handed Mary a beautifully wrapped box. Eagerly, she opened it, but her excitement quickly turned to confusion—it was just a rag. Stunned, Mary asked, “John, is this a joke?”
With all eyes on her, Lauren burst into laughter, loudly mocking that John had finally picked the right gift for his “stay-at-home wife.” She boasted about the expensive bracelet John had given her for her birthday, flaunting it to anyone who would listen.
John chuckled and explained it was a prank, cooked up by Lauren, and assured Mary that her real gift would arrive later. Although humiliated, Mary held her composure, determined not to make a scene. She set the rag aside, pretending to brush off the incident.
Lauren, however, wouldn’t let it go, pestering guests about her brother’s “perfect gift” for Mary. But karma was about to intervene. Laughing, Lauren slipped on the rag Mary had set aside, falling to the floor. Her bracelet shattered, and her dress tore, drawing laughter from some guests. Embarrassed, Lauren left the party in a huff.
Just then, the doorbell rang, and Mary’s true present was delivered—a stunning diamond bracelet. Karma, it seemed, had its own sense of humor.
