Smelly Gift, Costly Consequence: Stepmother’s Couch and Her $2,500 Demand

My Stepmother ‘Gifted’ Me an Old, Smelly Couch — When She Saw What I Did With It, She Demanded $2,500 From Me Nicole beams with excitement as her stepmother calls to tell her that she has a surprise for her. Nicole, however, finds herself divided between revenge and keeping her father pleased after learning what the gift is. At last, she comes to terms with it and decides to change it entirely. Nicole is now prepared to accept the fruits of her labour.Have you ever had a situation where you should have just gone with your instincts? Yes, that was me, starring at the most disgusting couch I had ever seen while in my stepmother’s basement.

Susan, my stepmother, gave me a call earlier that morning to surprise me with a lavish birthday present. She claimed to have a “priceless” present that was too large for her to transport by herself. Nicole, you’re going to adore it, she exclaimed. It is truly valuable! Later today, stop over, and we’ll show you.” This is where I inform you that my relationship with Susan was never close. If I’m being really honest, she hardly even acknowledged my presence. You can only imagine how shocked I was when she presented me with a gift. I told myself, “Curiosity killed the cat, Nic,” as I climbed into the car. All I wanted to do was find out, and hope that maybe, just once, she was sincere.When I arrive at my dad’s house, he informs me that Susan is occupied.

“She’s sorting out the basement, honey,” he replied. “At last, Susan is clearing her clutter. To tell the truth, it’s about time. Grab a cup of tea, please.” “No, let me check out the gift first, Dad,” I replied. “I’m so curious!” He laughed without acknowledging my anxiety. Susan has a way with unplanned presents. She sent me socks and water bottles for my birthday last year. I pondered what would be different in this year. “All right,” he replied. “After I get Susan, we can enjoy some tea and a piece of cake. This morning, Susan baked a lemon cake.”My dad walked to the basement, and I paced the entryway. I heard them on the stairs a short while later.

Then I caught sight of it.My dad was carrying the behemoth of a couch out of the basement with Susan. The fabric was torn and discoloured, and the stink was strong enough to put out an adult horse! It seems to have been ignored for many years! “Happy Birthday!” Susan grinned, like she was giving me the keys to a brand-new vehicle. With expectation, my father gazed at me, wanting me to be pleased with the present. However, it was terrible! Susan knew that rejecting it would upset him. It was evident on her face. I contacted my boyfriend to come over in his van, swallowing my frustration. Derek remarked, “Baby, I’ll be there in about ten minutes.” I said, “Thank you!” back. “I think they want the couch out today, so I need to take it home.” “It’s not an issue, Nic,” he replied. “I just play online games. But I’ll shortly finish.”I was aware that Susan was taking advantage of me for free labour and delivery. There was no home for that couch. Once more, though, I was committed to maintaining harmony for my dad. I was sipping my tea when Derek arrived, and together we loaded the couch and headed for my house.