
07/27/2025
The Poor Widow Episode 10
After the proposal, Jecintha felt a different kind of peace in her heart. She had never thought she would find love again. Her late husband had died when things were hard, and since then, no man had touched her. For years, she had buried that part of her life. But now, something inside her began to wake up. She missed being touched. She missed being held. For the first time in a long while, she began to desire a man’s warmth again. And in her heart, she knew that the DPO had earned that place in her life.
The more she thought about it, the more she realised that the DPO had changed. He no longer pressured her like before. He waited patiently for her to come around. He showed her love and respect. She felt safe with him. So one evening, without telling anyone, she went to his house. He was surprised to see her. “Is everything okay?” he asked. She smiled and walked close to him. “I came because I want to,” she whispered. That night, they made love gently. It wasn’t rushed. It wasn’t forced. It was peaceful, warm, and full of love.
After that night, their bond became stronger. They spoke more often. They planned the wedding with happiness. Jecintha continued to run her shop while the DPO took care of many of the expenses. One month later, she started feeling tired and weak. She thought it was stress. But when her body started changing, she went to the clinic. The nurse smiled and said, “You’re pregnant.” Jecintha was shocked. She didn’t expect it, but she was happy. She told the DPO, and he lifted her off the ground in excitement. “This is the best news ever,” he said.
Their joy became complete. They were no longer just planning a wedding—they were preparing to welcome a baby too. Jecintha bought a new maternity gown, and her children were excited that they would soon have a younger sibling. She was already like a wife in the DPO’s heart, but the coming child made everything even more special. The DPO treated her with extra care. “You are carrying a gift,” he would say. He made sure she didn’t stress herself. She rested well, and still managed her shop at her own pace. She had never felt more loved.
The wedding day came quickly. It was a beautiful Saturday morning. The sun was bright, and the sky was clear. The venue was decorated with white and gold. Friends, family, and neighbours gathered to celebrate. When Jecintha walked in wearing her white gown, people noticed her baby bump. But instead of mocking, they clapped and smiled. She looked beautiful, strong, and proud. Her children walked behind her in fine clothes. The DPO stood at the altar, waiting with a big smile. When they exchanged vows, everyone clapped. The whole place was filled with joy. There was no shame—only celebration.
The reception was full of dancing. Food and drinks were everywhere. People said, “This wedding sweet well well.” Jecintha and the DPO danced together, and everyone could see the love in their eyes. Her children also danced happily. No one remembered the pain she went through in the past. They only saw a woman who had passed through fire and came out shining. It was a dream come true. Even Jecintha’s parents came and gave their blessings. She was no longer a poor widow. She was now a proud wife, a mother, and a woman with dignity and respect.
Months passed and the pregnancy grew. The DPO was always by her side. He followed her to every hospital visit. He even bought baby items ahead of time. When it was time for delivery, he stayed at the hospital with her. That night, she gave birth to a healthy baby girl. The DPO was full of joy. He named the baby “Miracle,” saying she was a sign of new beginnings. Jecintha held her baby and cried—not out of sadness but out of joy. She had suffered, but now God had wiped her tears. Her story had changed.
The baby brought more unity in their home. The children loved their baby sister. They played with her and helped their mother take care of her. The DPO took all of them as his own. He made sure they lacked nothing. School fees, clothes, food—everything was provided. Jecintha’s shop also continued to grow. She turned it into a mini-mart and employed two young girls to help. People in the neighbourhood respected her. They often said, “If Jecintha can make it, then anyone can.” She became a symbol of strength and hope to many other widows around.
Jecintha often sat in the living room at night and looked around her home. She would smile as she watched her children do homework or play with the baby. The DPO would sit beside her and say, “I’m glad I waited.” And she would reply, “I’m glad I walked away when I did.” Her life was far from perfect, but she was happy. She had peace of mind, love, and security. She no longer begged or cried herself to sleep. She was living a full life. She felt blessed, and she never forgot where she came from.
Her story was proof that life can change. From sleeping in the street to owning a business… from almost being jailed to becoming a bride… Jecintha had seen it all. But through it all, she kept her faith, her dignity, and her hope. And in the end, she was rewarded. As she rocked her baby to sleep one evening, she whispered, “Thank You, Lord. I’m no longer the poor widow. I’m now a proud mother and a happy wife.” And just like that, her journey ended with joy, peace, and the kind of love she once thought she would never find again.
The End.