Grace and I have been married for over 40 years, living our whole lives in a close-knit town. While I still work as an engineer, Grace, retired, indulges her love for movies. One day, excited about a new release, she headed to the theater, only to be humiliated by a guard who refused her entry, saying the movie “wasn’t for people like you.”

Grace came home in tears, and my heart broke. Determined to right this wrong, I recalled the guard’s face and realized he was Matt, a high school classmate who once had a grudge against Grace. I went to the theater and confronted Matt, recording his admission that he acted out of spite.

I reported the incident to the theater’s manager, Sarah, providing the recording as evidence. The next day, Matt was dismissed, and the theater offered us complimentary tickets as an apology. Grace and I returned to the theater, warmly greeted this time, and enjoyed the movie together.

As we left, Grace thanked me for standing up for her. “We’re a team,” I replied, holding her hand. Walking to our car, we felt a sense of closure. Justice had been served, and the past was finally behind us.

Reflecting on the experience, I realized how deeply old grudges can affect people. Yet, this incident also showed the strength of our bond and our ability to overcome challenges together. Grace and I continue to enjoy our days, filled with laughter, family, and love, knowing that we can always count on each other to stand up for what is right.