The story dives into the gray area where professional guidance becomes obsessive control
Irene’s smile did not waver. “Of course, darling. Whatever makes you comfortable.”
“I was hoping you’d find it,” Irene said softly. “I was hoping you’d come down here. So we could finally talk.”
The will was read on a Tuesday, rain glossing the cemetery stones like tears the sky refused to name. Irene sat at the head of the long oak table, black cashmere draped over her shoulders, a cup of chamomile tea cooling between her manicured fingers. Across from her, Chloe twisted a loose thread on her sweater, knuckles pale.