"Is Blanche aware of this? That's new, huh? Wasn't she upset?" Maddie inquired, her initial question after I revealed the contents of that envelope.

Among them was Dad's letter. I didn't notice it initially because I didn't immediately pay attention. So, I didn't know how I'd react when I found out what he had left for me. I thought it was just a letter.

"She reminded me to read the letter. I think she knows," I replied, gazing at the papers.

Some of them were property titles in my name. Dad's last will and testament was also there. I had it verified by our family lawyer to confirm their authenticity,...