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Cutting Ties
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Clay
I looked back at Vanessa as Sam kept asking questions that were sure to get Kelly to snap.
“To give your lawyer a peace of mind, Miss Hill, Mr. Steele’s home was burned down in an arson. But he has a home, and as far as I know, it’s comfortable and has everything he and his daughter need,” he mentioned, putting emphasis on the last word. I shifted uncomfortably in my chair and I was glad Emily was not in the room to witness this.
“Well, I have more commodities. Sarah and I…”
“Oh, yes, Miss Sarah Steele. Before we get to that, here is the envelope given to me earlier.” He interrupted as he handed it to the judge. Was that what Candice gav
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