Benjamin, a wealthy 68-year-old father of five, faked his death to test which of his sons truly cared for him—not his money. Despite their upbringing, his sons grew up selfish, only contacting him when they needed cash. After his wife’s death, Benjamin became lonelier, longing for even a single call from them. But none came.
So, he sent them letters announcing his “death” and requesting their presence at his funeral. Not one showed up.
Instead, a young woman named Alice arrived, dressed in black. She introduced herself as Jake’s fiancée—Benjamin’s eldest son. She had argued with Jake, who refused to attend, and came on her own out of respect.
Touched by her compassion and disappointed in his sons’ greed, Benjamin rewrote his will. Days later, his sons were shocked to learn their father was alive—and had left everything to Alice.
Jake confronted Alice, but she broke off their engagement. “I can’t be with someone who abandons their own father,” she said.
When Benjamin truly passed months later, Alice inherited his estate. She hadn’t asked for anything—she had only shown respect and love.
Lesson: Don’t wait for someone to die to show them you care. Love is worth far more than money.