Gracie Harper was stunned when, after 28 years of marriage, she received a gift from her late husband, Victor Blake. Despite their happy life, Victor had never given her any presents, which always puzzled Gracie. She had long given up on receiving anything, attributing it to Victor’s disinterest.

After Victor’s death from cancer, Gracie was devastated. On their anniversary morning, she found a parcel on her porch with a note from Victor. Inside was an advent calendar with 28 boxes, each representing a year of their marriage.

The accompanying letter revealed the surprising reason behind Victor’s actions. He had a traumatic childhood, where his stepmother’s greed left him distrustful of women. Even after becoming wealthy, he feared that his success would make people love him for his money. The gift was Victor’s attempt to make amends, filled with thoughtful items including the diamond brooch she had hinted at.