I thought of Chekhov as I read this story. It has the empathy and insight into the narrator's character that is typical of Chekhov's stories. And, the story draws us in. Chekhov, of course is a master story teller.
There could be no better end. A wonderful, worthy story. Thank you for sharing it with us.
@agmoore Thank you very much! Wow, I was really touched when I read that, thank you so much!