The Final Appraisal at the Lake House Before the Family Reckoning

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“It is not,” Mr. Ellis said.

“There’s no way.”

“There is documentation for every entry.”

Diane’s voice sharpened.

“Dad gave those gifts freely.”

“I did,” I said.

She turned to me.

“Then why list them like accusations?”

I looked at her.

“Because you came here hungry for what you already ate.”

Her face crumpled.

Mark slammed his packet shut.

“That is unfair.”

I continue reading …