After his wife’s funeral, the husband and his mistress went to the notary to receive his wife’s inheritance. But they were shocked when the will of the deceased was read…

Nick lost consciousness again. The mysterious man turned out to be a gamekeeper, who was well-known in two nearby elite communities. His guardhouse was practically in the middle, just beyond a clearing where nannies from the neighbouring settlements often gathered.

His dwelling was concealed behind dense greenery and went unnoticed by Nick. That day, Mr Mayo had been returning from the local store when he noticed suspicious activity. He later explained to the police officer, I saw someone standing guard, dressed entirely in black, despite the morning heat.

I decided to watch a little and investigate. Due to his many years as a gamekeeper, Mr Mayo was adept at moving silently through the forest to avoid alarming the wildlife. I hid behind a tree and kept a watchful eye.

Suddenly, I saw a man attack a woman, knocking her down. I initially thought that he intended to assault her, that he was trying to reach the child. I rushed over and hit him with a stick I had picked up just in case, Mr Mayo explained.

Good job, Mr Mayo. You’ve become a local hero. Look, the press is already gathering.

They want to interview you. Sign this police report and bask in your new-found fame, said one of the officers. No, I won’t go to them.

I don’t care for that sort of thing, replied the gamekeeper, and quietly walked back to his place, in a roundabout way, so that no one would follow. Mr Mayo didn’t feel he had done anything extraordinary. He believed anyone would have acted similarly in his position.

How could he not assist when those who couldn’t defend themselves were in danger? A few hours later, Kurt appeared at Mr Mayo’s house. Hello. I am the father of the boy you rescued today.

He’s a good kid. He calmed down as soon as I picked him up. Such a brave and intelligent-looking boy.

Thank you so much. It’s a blessing you were there at the time. We’re so grateful you didn’t just pass by.

Kurt was on the verge of tears, overwhelmed with emotions. The day had been incredibly intense, leaving him emotionally shaken. Tell me, how can I thank you? What are you talking? There’s no need to thank me.

Who keeps score when a child’s life hangs in the balance? Mr Mayo was genuinely surprised to be thanked for his actions. Nevertheless, Kurt persisted. Well, if you insist, a new hunting suit and maybe some food for my dog would be appreciated.

Of course, no problem. By the way, if you don’t mind me asking, was all this done for money? asked a curious gamekeeper. Oh, sadly, it’s much more complicated than that, replied Kurt.

Well, feel free to share if it’s not too much trouble. I live somewhat isolated here, in an information vacuum, so to speak. Kurt began to recount the disjointed events of their past years, including Jolie’s illness, their unconventional parenting decision, her subsequent death, and the ensuing revenge against her husband.

The investigator informed me that Nick was deeply hurt, as everyone assumed his actions were solely driven by greed. He was in fact consumed by revenge, Kurt explained. Kurt was relieved that Mr Mayo had inquired about this complex story…