My Daughter-In-Law Created Distance Between Me And My Son. For 13 Years, She Kept Me From Seeing My Grandchildren, Then I Sold My Company For $15million The Very Next Day, She Showed Up At My New Home, Unannounced With A Confident Smile On Her Face, And Said, “We Need To Move In Immediately. The Twins Will Love The Space. And honestly… what do you need a big house for?” I Met Her Gaze. And When I Finally Spoke, The Words That Came Out Of My Mouth Made Her Go Completely Still……

Rivers, this is Patricia Hartman from Hartman Industries. I hope I’m not calling too late.”

“Not at all. How can I help you?”

“I wanted to follow up on our conversation earlier about your philanthropic interests.

You mentioned wanting to support educational programs for gifted students.”

I smiled, remembering the careful conversation we’d had during the final stages of a sale. Patricia Hartman was a woman who understood the value of strategic generosity. “Yes.

I’m particularly interested in programs that support advanced mathematics and creative writing.”

“Why do you ask?”

“My daughter attends Westfield Academy—the same school your grandchildren attend. I believe they’re launching a new enrichment program this fall, and they’re looking for sponsors.”

Westfield Academy. Where Alex was reportedly excelling in advanced physics and Lily was the editor of the literary magazine.

“Tell me more about this program.”

“It’s designed for their most gifted students—accelerated research projects, mentorship opportunities, college preparation beyond what they normally offer. They’re looking for someone to endow the program, provide funding for equipment, maybe even mentor some of the students directly.”

I was already reaching for my checkbook. “What kind of funding are we talking about?”

“They were hoping for $100,000 initially, but honestly, they’d be thrilled with anything.”

“Patricia, tell them I’ll provide $250,000 for the initial endowment, plus whatever additional support the students need.

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