The inheritance explained
Edgar straightened again, gathering himself. “When she passed away, and it came time to divide her estate, she made certain my mother received something meaningful.” His eyes flicked toward the walls around them. “That missing inheritance everyone whispered about? It was this house—her most treasured possession.” His voice was steady, but Emma could hear the emotion underneath. Rose had passed down the one thing she cherished most, but in secret.
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