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The Dutiful Son

A MILLIONAIRE who had gone to an almshouse to visit his father met a Neighbour there, who was greatly surprised.

“What!” said the Neighbour, “you do sometimes visit your father?”

“If our situations were reversed,” said the Millionaire, “I am sure he would visit me. The old man has always been rather proud of me. Besides,” he added, softly, “I had to have his signature; I am insuring his life.”

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Fantastic Fables by Ambrose Bierce: The Dutiful Son

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