My Stepmother ‘Gifted’ Me an Old, Smelly Couch — When She Saw What I Did With It, She Demanded $2,500 From Me Nicole beams with excitement as her stepmother calls to tell her that she has a surprise for her. Nicole, however, finds herself divided between revenge and keeping her father pleased after learning what the gift is. At last, she comes to terms with it and decides to change it entirely. Nicole is now prepared to accept the fruits of her labour.Have you ever had a situation where you should have just gone with your instincts? Yes, that was me, starring at the most disgusting couch I had ever seen while in my stepmother’s basement.

Susan, my stepmother, gave me a call earlier that morning to surprise me with a lavish birthday present. She claimed to have a “priceless” present that was too large for her to transport by herself. Nicole, you’re going to adore it, she exclaimed. It is truly valuable! Later today, stop over, and we’ll show you.” This is where I inform you that my relationship with Susan was never close. If I’m being really honest, she hardly even acknowledged my presence. You can only imagine how shocked I was when she presented me with a gift. I told myself, “Curiosity killed the cat, Nic,” as I climbed into the car. All I wanted to do was find out, and hope that maybe, just once, she was sincere.When I arrive at my dad’s house, he informs me that Susan is occupied.