My father stepped forward.Get Parenting Tips
“You don’t understand the circumstances.”
“Then explain them,” she said.
He opened his mouth.
Nothing came out.
My grandmother continued.
“Your mother discovered that money was disappearing shortly before she died. She confronted Robert, and they argued. After her death, he took control of the accounts, claiming he was managing them for you.”Track Pregnancy
I felt sick.
“Are you saying he stole my money?”
“I’m saying the records show that funds intended for your future were transferred into accounts that had nothing to do with your care or education.”
My father slammed his hand against the table.
“Enough!”
I flinched.
My grandmother didn’t.
“No, Robert. You’ve had eighteen years of silence. You will not get another minute.”
She turned to me.
“Your mother suspected what he was doing. That’s why she gave you the key.”
I pulled the silver key from beneath my collar.