The Final Appraisal at the Lake House Before the Family Reckoning

turned to him.

“You received more than either of your sisters.”

His eyes flashed.

“I was building something.”

“You were always building something with my checkbook.”

Claire began to sob quietly.

“I didn’t know it was that much.”

“No,” I said gently. “I don’t think you did.”

Mr. Ellis cleared his throat.

“There is more.”

Diane gripped the table.

“More?”

“Yes.”

He continue reading …