The inheritance
Edgar leaned forward, his expression firm and deliberate. “I’m guessing you’ve heard whispers about the missing inheritance,” he said slowly, watching her closely. “That mystery must have cast a long shadow over your family’s story.” Emma blinked, startled by how easily he spoke of it. She nodded slightly, unsure where he was leading. Edgar held her gaze. “Well,” he continued, “I know exactly where that inheritance went, and why it disappeared.”
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