Before she passed, Grandma had one wish: to rebuild the house Grandpa had
built for her. Walter and I promised—but only I meant it. At the lawyer’s
office, Walter dismissed her request. “She won’t know,” he shrugged before
driving off. I couldn’t let her down. I used all my savings, borrowed from a friend, and started the rebuild.
While fixing the yard, I found a hidden hatch. Inside was a small underground
cellar filled with letters between Grandma and Grandpa. Their words
revealed years of hardship, sacrifice, and unwavering love. I sealed the letters and kept building.
Days later, Walter returned, guilt written on his face. Instead of anger,
I offered him a hammer. We worked side by side—just like old times.
Together, we finished the house, preserving every detail. On Grandma’s birthday,
the whole family gathered. We shared stories and memories, and in
the cellar, people read the letters and wept. Read more below
