The Final Appraisal at the Lake House Before the Family Reckoning

I said.

“Dad,” Diane breathed, “when?”

“Tomorrow morning.”

Mark laughed, but there was no strength in it.

“You cannot be serious.”

“I told you yesterday. Serious is all I have time for.”

Diane looked at Mr. Ellis.

“Is this why you’re here? To make sure she gets everything?”

Mr. Ellis closed the folder.

“Ms. Bellamy already owns the property. Harrison has very continue reading …