My sister threw me out of the house after our father died

After he had organized me a room in a nearby guesthouse, I went there the same evening to process what happened. The next morning I met him in his office – exhausted and still in shock.

He greeted me with a knowing smile. “Sit down, Dawn. You should listen to that.”

I sank into the chair, my head was buzzing. “What’s going on?”

He pushed a folder over the table. “Her father was a very wise man,” he said in a calm voice. “He knew Charlotte would kick you out as soon as she gained control of the house.”

My heart put a punch out. “He knew?”

Matthew nodded with a serious face. “Seven years ago, your father inherited a sum of nearly two million dollars from a distant relative who had no children. He kept it a secret from both of you, but now it’s important.”

I was gasping for air. “Two million?”

“Yes. He split the money between you and Charlotte, but on one condition: Charlotte has to share the house equally with you.”

“What?” I whispered, my thoughts racing. “Is she getting a share too?”