Laura’s Upbringing
Laura grew up with a disciplined, humble father who raised her alone after her mother’s death.
A successful lawyer, he taught her to work for what she wanted, shaping her drive to build her own law career without relying on his name.
Concerns About Max
Her father often warned her about Max’s lack of ambition and growing interest in the family’s money.
Laura ignored the signs and married him, trusting their relationship.
Revealing His True Intentions
After her father died, Max’s first question was about inheritance.
When Laura explained she would receive nothing because she was adopted, he immediately filed for divorce.
The Final Lesson
At a later dinner, Laura told Max what he never knew: he would have inherited half the estate — but only if he stayed married to her for five years after her father’s death.
By leaving, he lost everything. Laura walked away with clarity, protection, and her father’s lasting wisdom.
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