Tonight, as we sat around the dinner table, the tension was palpable. My grandparents had called for this ‘important’ family dinner, and everyone was on edge.
Grandpa cleared his throat. “We’ve gathered you all here because we have an important announcement to make,” he began, his voice serious. “After much consideration, we’ve decided to change our inheritance plans.”
Mom’s fork clattered to her plate, and Dad went pale. Tom just looked puzzled. I kept my face neutral, but inside, I was bracing myself.
Grandpa looked directly at me. “Christine, we’ve decided to cut you off from the inheritance.”
