chapter 38: finalizing the contract
The morning light streamed through the curtains as Sadie sat in the spacious living room, her hands nervously twisting together. Today was the day she would meet the lawyer to discuss her great-grandfather’s estate. The air was thick with anticipation, and thoughts of her great-grandpa filled her mind, mingling with her anxiety about what lay ahead. A soft knock interrupted her thoughts, and Jake entered, his expression calm yet attentive. “The lawyer is here,” he said, offering a reassuring smile. “You ready?” Sadie took a deep breath, summoning her courage. “Yeah, I think so. I just hope this goes smoothly.” Jake moved closer, taking her hand in his. “You’re not alone in this. We’ve got this together.” “Thanks, Jake,” she replied, feeling a little more at ease as they walked to the l
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