The Final Appraisal at the Lake House Before the Family Reckoning

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“The lake house, surrounding grounds, guest cottage, dock rights, and household contents are not owned by Harrison Whitcomb.”

Mark’s face emptied.

Diane whispered, “What did you say?”

Mr. Ellis said, “They are owned by Ruth Bellamy.”

No one breathed.

For one long second, I heard only the old grandfather clock in the hall.

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