Destiny/سرنوشت


“1st story”

A story by Laleh Chini:

I remember there was an old ruined mansion in Bushehr-Iran where people could pay a small amount to go inside. We visited the wrecked house a few times in my childhood. The story behind it was so sad but more importantly, a life lesson, which was probably why my parents took us to the palace several times.

roof-540835_960_720The story goes that the owner was a very rich merchant who was a profligate spender to show off how wealthy he was. People used to say he lit his cigars with burning bills instead of matches in front of others, and when big politicians came to Bushehr from the Capita,l Tehran, he lit candles with bills to show how powerful and rich he was.burning-money-2113914_960_720 He served tea in gold teacups and ate on silver plates and dishes. He was never friendly with anyone and found it disgraceful to talk to the poor.pots-186553_960_720

Eventually, he lost everything, went bankrupt, and died without a penny to leave for his children. The poor people who now lived in the mansion with no windows or doors, and partially no roof and walls, were his grandchildren who owned the land. They lived very impoverished lives.person-1172018_960_720 They survived with general labour and the money people paid to see the ruined house. They never talked to anyone, nor answered any questions.  It was obvious that they were so ashamed of their grandfather’s past.

My father said that no one ever offered them any jobs because their grandfather was cruel to the town and never respected anyone, as he saw himself as a superior.

Dear friends, don’t forget to read my books.

Categories: Short Story

678 comments ›

  1. Lessons learned the hard way….

  2. I nominated you for the Sunshine blogger Award. Thanks.

  3. سلام.وبسایتتون خیلی خوب و مفیده.به کارتون ادامه بدین

  4. I’m extremely inspired along with your writing abilities and also
    with the layout in your blog. Is that this a paid subject or did you modify it yourself?
    Anyway stay up the excellent quality writing, it’s uncommon to see a nice blog like
    this one nowadays..

  5. Beautiful, simply the story and the flow. Look forward to reading more of your amazing works.

  6. Beautiful, just the loved the story. Look forward to read more of your works.

  7. That is a great tip especially to those new to the blogosphere.
    Short but very precise info… Appreciate your sharing this one.
    A must read post! https://www.create-a-wristband.com/sitemaps.xml

  8. Wow, I found this really profound and moving. You have a way of writing that brings the story alive, and what a story you wrote about the merchant and his grandchildren. So many good wishes to them all, and their learning and growth. And, I am so glad that we connected on WordPress. Blessings to you Laleh. Love that you have such awards for your writing, it’s well-deserved.

    Debbie

  9. Howdy! I simply wish to give you a big thumbs up for the great information you have got
    right here on this post. I am coming back to your blog for more soon.

  10. Love your story’s.Thanks a lot for it

  11. It’s nearly imp᧐ssiЬe to find knowleⅾgeable people
    about this tоρic, however, yoս sound lіke you know what you’re talking about!
    Τhanks

    Here is my web site; menowitz marc

  12. I always appreciate your lovely stories. Thank you for sharing. =D

  13. It is a bit unfair that the grandchildren, great-grandchildren, fell against human disapproval for what kind of a person their grandfather was. Maybe they are good people worth giving them a helping hand. Forgiveness makes us as light as a butterfly.

  14. Hi … thought you would like this article. dgp

  15. Thanks on your marvelous posting! I truly enjoyed reading it, you might be
    a great author. I will remember to bookmark your blog and will come back at some point.
    I want to encourage one to continue your great work, have
    a nice afternoon!

    Feel free to surf to my web blog; http://Www.cntaichi.com

  16. Bonjour, je vous découvre, votre livre est-il traduit en français ? Ce que j’ai commencé à lire me plaît beaucoup. Très bonne soirée, Louise Salmone

  17. So many people like that! people that see others from above, your story teaches us an important lesson. Greetings from Mèxico!

  18. Old wise saying. Our children pay for our sins. We reap what we earned. Photos and words. A powerful message.

  19. I’ve been browsing online more than 3 hours today,
    yet I never found any interesting article like yours.
    It’s pretty worth enough for me. In my opinion, if all web owners and bloggers made good content as you did, the web will be
    a lot more useful than ever before.

  20. I don’t normally comment but I gotta admit regards for the post on this amazing one : D.

  21. Hi, I do believe this is a great web site.
    I stumbledupon it 😉 I may revisit once again since I bookmarked it.
    Money and freedom is the best way to change, may you be rich and continue to help others.

  22. I have read so many content about the blogger lovers
    except this paragraph is in fact a pleasant article, keep it up.

  23. Pretty element of content. I simply stumbled upon your blog
    and in accession capital to say that I get actually loved
    account your blog posts. Anyway I’ll be subscribing on your augment and even I fulfillment you get right of entry to
    consistently rapidly.

  24. Hi! Would you mind if I share your blog with my zynga group?
    There’s a lot of people that I think would really enjoy your content.
    Please let me know. Thanks https://parbriz-auto-bucuresti.ro/parbriz-bmw-seria_5.html

  25. Hello. remarkable job. I did not imagine this. This is a impressive story. Thanks!

  26. reminds me of a parable Jesus used to teach his followers, thanks

  27. I congratulate and wish you continued success. I am honored to know you and your articles. 🥰🥰🥰💞

  28. VIVA IRAN!!!!
    VIVA ARMENIA!!!

  29. Ogni racconto è delicato è pieno di spessore ed esprime la tua bellezza interiore.
    All the best to you sweetheart for 2022❤

  30. È molto crudele e poco generoso il comportamento della gente soprattutto perché non trovo giusto che le colpe dei padri ricadranno sui figli.
    Tutti abbiamo diritto a una possibilità di redenzione Anche e soprattutto dal passato.
    Love Love sherazade ❤

    • I absolutely agree. In their condition they could have moved to another city and start all over, what I never understood is why they chose to live like that?!
      Thanks lovely.❤️❤️❤️

  31. A volte manca il coraggio e si rimane prigionieri del proprio passato..
    Ciao 🌹

  32. Hi I visited your site. I read your biography. Beautiful do you doing work. Beautiful write up story. Excellent written you bilg✍️🙏

  33. Another soulful story with a wonderful message laleh 💖 nicely done! 💖

  34. È sempre magico leggere i tuoi racconti e farli vivere attraverso i tuoi occhi.
    Un grande abbraccio da Roma🌈🌼💕

  35. Your work is amazing.

  36. Thanks for your like of my Matthew 25 post; you are very kind

  37. Such strong imprints and messages left at an early age. You had smart parents Laleh to make you visit! 💞

  38. Hello Laleh. Your excerpts are so proverbial and they truly impress upon our minds merits from good and evil. The very rich merchant lighting his cigars with U.S. dollar bills rather than Iranian money hints on prophecies and probabilities

  39. Pleasant revisit.

  40. Destiny…chance or choice??
    Great imagination and happy writing/creating, Laleh

  41. Thanks for your continued likes of my posts; you are very kind.

  42. A story that keeps of gifting lessons, Laleh!!!💓❤️

  43. maddy is a dental assistant from iran. she wont go back either.

  44. You reap what you sow. 😮

Leave a Reply

Discover more from A Voice from Iran

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading