Chapter 52 : Plotting and Scheming

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“Tell me everything you know about Nancy and your father,” I told Carl, placing the bills on the dirty counter. I kept my fingers on the bills to prevent him from snatching them. “I can tell you what I know,” he offered. “Alright, go ahead,” I said, nodding to him. I raised an eyebrow, expectantly. “Nancy was one of the good ones. One of the kindest, gentlest, most amazing women I’ve ever met. Granted, I didn’t see her much because I was traveling and off at boarding school. Dad didn’t like me around, especially when Nancy was there,” Carl said. He contorted his face bitterly. “I’m sure he had his reasons,” I muttered. “Go on, please.” “Nancy worked for a non-profit. She spent a lot of time raising money for good causes. I’d say she was a modern-day saint,” he went on, smirking at

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