One day, when she didn’t have much to do, Julia decided to stop by her husband at work and deliver his favorite meal – lasagna.
She rushed into his office, happy to surprise him, only to be greeted by a co-worker who informed her that Ban had taken two weeks off work.
Julia was confused. He left home early in the morning and returned late, citing work commitments that prevented him from taking leave.
When she asked again how sure they were that her husband was not present, they gave the same answer.
When she got home, she couldn’t help but worry about what her husband, who claimed to be at work, had done.
She decided to follow him the next morning instead of confronting him when he returned home that evening.
Once Julia had made plans with her mother to take the kids to school, she got into the car and followed Ben. When he finally stopped halfway across town, Julia was devastated to see that he had stopped in front of her sister’s house.
Maybe Ben is sleeping with her sister?
Julia was amazed by what she saw. She knew of the close relationship between Ben and her sister Kate but didn’t understand why he would visit her rather than his work.
Before passing any judgments, she looked around and noticed Ben and Kate sitting at a table with a stack of papers in front of them.
Unsure of what to do, she trusted Carla, their family lawyer, as she had dealt with her in several previous legal cases. Carla said, “Julie, gather some concrete evidence before you jump to conclusions,” after explaining everything to her thoroughly.
It’s important to be sure before you go to court.’
Thinking that Carla was right, Julia went back to Kate’s house and took a picture of her and Ben. It was clear from their expressions that the two were up to something. But what were they doing?
Julia got back in the car and called Kate’s husband James. Her sadness was evident when she told him that she thought Ben and Kate were having an affair. “It’s Julie, James. She said, ‘I need to talk to you about Ben and Kate.’
There was a pause. “Calm down, Julie. What’s going on?”
Julia said, “I think they’re having an affair.” “What should I do?”
“Don’t be silly, Julia; they’re not cheating on you. I promise. Why do you think that?”
“I have an explanation,” she replied. “You’ll see, I can handle it!”
When Julia heard her sister on the phone with her husband, she couldn’t hold back her anger and returned to Kate’s house, looking out the window. James was heard to exclaim, “Julia just called.” “She’s sick, she thinks you two are having an affair.
Ben nodded. “So she doesn’t know everything.
“That’s great!” Kate replied with excitement in her voice.
“Our plan is working,” Ben added.
When Julia couldn’t take it anymore, she went inside and confronted her sister and her husband.
“You traitors, liars, cheaters! How could you subject me to this?”
Ben got up from his chair and begged her to let her say what was going on, trying to calm her down. “What exactly am I supposed to explain? that my sister is the object of my husband’s infidelity?” Julia let out a tear and screamed.
“Julie, it’s not what you think,” Ben repeated. “I took my leave to prepare a surprise for you.
“Revelation? It’s unexpected to meet at Kate’s every day.” Bitterly, Julia said.
“Yes,” Ben replied in an even tone. “I was planning on making your fantasy come true. You always mentioned you wanted to open a cafe, didn’t you?”
At that moment, Kate stepped forward carrying a stack of papers. “Ben bought you the cafe with his inheritance. We worked on the company plan and all the legal documents.”
Julia couldn’t even say what to say. “Cafe? For me, please?”
Ben nodded and said that he would need the help of Kate and James to carry out his plan. “Check out these materials. Everything from restoration ideas to rentals. I’ve been waiting for it to be flawless before I tell you.”
I wanted to make sure that James and Kate, who are co-investors, were fully on board.
Julia heard things she couldn’t believe. Cafe! For her! She had always wished to own such a property and now her husband was making her dream come true.
“Ben, I’m sorry… I’m sorry. I believed that you… .”
“I know,” Ben replied, hugging her tightly. “I should have told you but I wanted it to be a surprise, I wanted to see your face when I handed you the keys.
Julia yelled into his chest, “I’m such an idiot.”
“I’m very sorry.
“Shh, it’s okay. I understand why you felt that way. But I adore you, Julie. I would never go against you.”
Julia, Ben, Kate, and James went to sign the last set of documents the next morning. She couldn’t believe that she finally bought her cafe. The smell of freshly brewed coffee reminded her of her husband’s affection for her.
Together, they transformed the cafe into a fantastic world where love and trust were the key ingredients of every recipe and dreams come true.
As Julia thought about it, she realized that she should never have asked her husband.
Julia’s unexpected journey eventually leads to a heartwarming revelation that will change her life. Initially filled with doubt and betrayal, her surprise visit reveals her husband Ben’s beautifully orchestrated plan to fulfill her lifelong dream of owning a cafe.
Instead of finding infidelity, she discovered love, support, and a shared ambition that brought them together.
Accepting her new reality, Julia felt a deep sense of gratitude for Ben’s thoughtful surprise and for the bond he shared with her sister Kate and brother-in-law James. The cafe became more than just a shop; it symbolized their mutual commitment and trust that was momentarily shaken.
This experience taught Julia valuable lessons about communication and the importance of trusting her partner even when things seemed uncertain.
Julia stepped forward and poured her heart into the cafe, creating a warm and inviting space where not only did her dreams thrive, but where love and family bonds were celebrated in every cup served.
She turned her initial feelings of betrayal into a foundation of tenacity and joy, proving that sometimes misunderstandings can lead to the most pleasant surprises. With Ben by her side, she looked forward to a future filled with hope, creativity, and the smell of freshly brewed coffee, knowing that together they could face whatever life threw their way.