It started as a day filled with pride and support. My husband, Ethan, was headed to a corporate event to present the achievements of his team. For two weeks, he’d been coming home late, saying he was busy preparing for his big presentation at one of the most luxurious hotels in the city.

As a supportive wife, I’d made sure everything was perfect for him. His suit and shirt were freshly ironed, and I cooked his favorite carbonara pasta for dinner. I sent him off with a kiss and a heartfelt, “Good luck, babe.”

Little did I know that within hours, my world would be turned upside down.

The Forgotten Laptop
While tidying up after Ethan left, I noticed his laptop sitting on the dining table. My heart sank. His presentation—two weeks of hard work—was on that laptop. Without it, all his efforts would be wasted.

I grabbed the laptop and rushed to the hotel, hoping to save the day.