At seventy-four, Evelyn hired a crew to repair her leaky roof, hoping for peace of mind. A widow for nearly a decade,

she lived alone surrounded by memories of her late husband, Richard. Among the workers, Joseph stood out

for his kindness, unlike the rougher men. Evelyn showed hospitality, never expecting their work to uncover a secret.

On the third day, she overheard talk of a wooden box found in the rafters. She instantly recognized it

as Richard’s—he once told her it was meant for her someday. Some workers plotted to keep it, unaware

she was listening. Joseph, however, quietly returned the box and warned her. Inside was a fortune Richard had saved.

The next morning, Evelyn confronted the crew with Joseph at her side. She revealed she had already

called the police. The dishonest workers were taken away, and Joseph’s honesty shone through.

With no family left, Evelyn found in Joseph something more valuable than money: trust and companionship.

Over time, he became like a grandson, sharing holidays and bringing warmth to her quiet home.

Though the box held wealth, Evelyn discovered the true treasure was family and renewed hope.