The Safety Box

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Francis woke up early today so he could pass by the bank to open the safety box of his father. He forgot about it since it was given to him. The number of the box was attached to a key chain. He was led by a security to the location of the safety boxes.

Francis opened it and inside was an envelope with the name Lucy. A brown folder with documents, a journal, a diamond ring and some cash. He left the cash and the diamond ring. Took the envelope, the folder and the journal. Carefully he placed them inside his brief case and went to the hotel. After completing his daily routine he went to the office and decided to see what was entrusted to him by his father. He first opened the letter.

 He first opened the letter

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Dear Lucy,

I want you to know that I have never loved any other woman but you. I have no idea who you are. But when I met you I felt I know the curves of your face. My heart beat so fast and it says nothing but your name.

The times we shared was the happiest days of my life. Though it was a simple life, it was the most special of all. I would like to experience these days again with you Lucy. Together with our son. One day I will be back and I hope that you will accept me again.

I cannot blame you for letting me go. I knew that as a woman and a wife you understand the feelings of Amy. The only thing is, you didn't give me a chance to explain. So now I will take this opportunity to tell you the truth. I married you there in the Philippines because I am a free man. When we met I am divorced already with Amy. I came home from Iraq only to see her with another man. She begged me to forgive her but I can't so I filed for divorce. She wouldn't let me go. So I travelled to the Philippines to get away from what happened and there, I met you.

I came back to the US because of my dying father. You know that. I'm happy that my father has left a good fortune that's enough for us to have a good life. But when I came to my house Amy was there with a two year old boy. She begged me to start over again and I refused. She threatened me that she will kill herself and the child. I felt bad for her and confused. I gave her a chance and I was afraid for that innocent child. I decided to stay for a while but plans to come back to you. No matter how long I stayed with Amy, I did not marry her again. No matter how she tried to convince me. But you suddenly changed and lost contact. It was then that I found out that Amy got a hold on you and talked to you. I was crushed. I was depressed. I missed you and our son. Because of that I never touched Amy again and we didn't have kids of our own. I let her pay the price.

After 5 years of searching I was able to contact you. I was so happy. I saved money for your dream Lucy. Though you didn't ask me, I want to have a contribution to it. Your dream of one day surprising our son with his own clinic inspired me to continue loving you even if you don't want me to anymore. I bought a ring that's your birthstone. If ever you allow me to come back, I will marry you for the second time. I love you so much Lucy.

By the time you receive this documents and money. You will know that I am saying the truth.

Love,
John

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