Mrs. Cole’s Heartfelt Confession
One evening, Mrs. Cole called Linda into her office. She had tears in her eyes, a sight Linda had never seen in the older woman before. “Linda,” Mrs. Cole said, her voice trembling, “we’ve been thinking about you for a long time. You’ve given us so much, and we’ve never been able to show our gratitude properly. We’ve always considered you family.” Linda felt a lump form in her throat as Mrs. Cole continued, “You deserve something more than this.”
Mrs. Cole’s Heartfelt Confession
The Unexpected Decision
The next day, the Coles surprised Linda with an offer she never expected. They wanted to sell the candy shop to her. Not just as an employee or a buyer—but as a co-owner. The Coles had seen how much Linda had invested into the business, and now, in their final years, they wanted her to take over, to continue the legacy. Linda was stunned. She had never thought of owning the shop, never dared to imagine such a future for herself.
The Unexpected Decision
