A Change of Heart: The Story of Thomas and Giselle
Thomas, a wealthy widower in his early 50s, prided himself on being intelligent and charismatic. However, he despised those who mocked him behind his back, calling him “bald” or “potbellied.”
He had a habit of charming young women whenever he got the chance. Though not a full-time flirt, he never missed an opportunity to impress a beautiful lady. Among them was 20-year-old Giselle.
Giselle had recently lost her husband, Mason, the love of her life, and was struggling to survive. Desperate for work, she noticed a “We Are Hiring” sign outside Thomas’s eatery and applied for a dishwasher position. She was hired immediately and worked tirelessly to keep her job.
Her coworkers warned her about their boss’s behavior toward female staff, but Giselle paid no attention—she was focused on providing for herself.
An Unwelcome Encounter
One evening, as Giselle finished her shift and prepared to leave, Thomas blocked her path, holding a red rose.
“Do you know why I hired you, Miss Giselle?” he asked with a smirk.
“No, sir. Please excuse me, I need to get home,” she replied, trying to step past him.
“Don’t call me ‘sir.’ Call me Tom,” he insisted, inching closer.
Giselle felt trapped, realizing she was the last to leave that night.
“We could go to a resort, have drinks, and shop for whatever you like,” Thomas suggested.
Giselle stiffened. “I’m here to work, sir. Nothing more. I respect my job and my workplace. Thank you, but I’m not interested.”
Thomas’s ego was bruised. He couldn’t believe a mere dishwasher had rejected him. “How dare she turn me down?” he fumed. Determined to get back at her, he began plotting his revenge.
A Sinister Plan
Days passed, but Thomas couldn’t shake off the sting of Giselle’s rejection. He observed her closely, waiting for an opportunity to humiliate her.
One day, he noticed her carrying a large bag to work. His suspicions grew as he saw her bring it daily. He waited for the perfect moment to strike.
That afternoon, as the eatery buzzed with customers, Thomas seized his chance.
“Wait right there, Miss Giselle!” he called out loudly as she headed for the exit. “What’s in your bag today? Have you been stealing food and supplies? You’re FIRED!”
Gasps echoed across the room. Guests turned to watch, whispering among themselves. The staff gathered behind Thomas, equally stunned.
Giselle’s hands trembled as she clutched her bag. “It’s just my lunch box and a spare set of clothes,” she said nervously.
Thomas ignored her plea and snatched the bag from her. It was heavier than he expected.
He placed it on a table and unzipped it, pulling out a tiny blanket.
“What in the world…?” he gasped as he uncovered a newborn baby girl.
A soft cry broke the silence. “Mawww… Mawww…” The little girl wriggled inside the bag, staring up at Thomas with big brown eyes.
The Truth Revealed
Tears welled up in Giselle’s eyes as she stepped forward. “My husband passed away when I was pregnant,” she admitted. “After my baby was born, I couldn’t find work, and I had no one to care for her. I didn’t want to leave her alone at home, so I carried her in my bag and kept her close while I worked. I only wanted to protect my child. I swear, I never stole anything.”
A hush fell over the eatery. Thomas stood frozen, staring at the infant. The baby reminded him of the child he had lost years ago.
For the first time in a long time, tears streamed down his face. Overcome with emotion, he folded his hands in apology.
He gently handed the bag back to Giselle. “Take a month off,” he said softly. “I’m giving you paid leave to spend time with your baby.”
Giselle’s lips quivered into a smile. She cradled her daughter and walked out of the eatery, feeling relief wash over her.
A New Beginning
Thomas was a changed man. When Giselle returned to work, he doubled her salary, ensuring she could afford a nanny to care for her child while she worked.
For the first time, he had done something truly meaningful—not out of pride, but out of compassion.
