The Gift That Wasn't
After my year-end bonus came in, I immediately transferred 10,000 dollars to my husband to buy New Year’s gifts for both our parents. I even told him to get the very best, especially that case of whisky for my father.
On New Year’s Eve, I rushed home to have dinner with my parents. However, at the table that night, Dad, who had always loved his drinks, was sipping tea instead.
I was confused. “Dad, it’s the holidays. Why didn't you bring out the liquor?”
I smiled as I rose to my feet to grab the case. “Kevin went out of his way to get this. I heard it tastes amazing.”
“Don’t touch it!” Dad slammed his teacup against the floor. His face was flushed dark red.
“Zeena, don’t send this stuff
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