ANNASquirming ever so slightly in my seat, I grappled with the decision before me. "Anna is just fine," I finally replied, opting for simplicity."Okay, Miss Anna, how may I assist you?" Mr. Peterson inquired, his voice carrying a sense of sincere curiosity.Summoning my courage, I realized that this was the pivotal moment to reveal the purpose of my visit. Taking a deep breath, I spoke earnestly, "I am here today concerning my late father, Dr. Victor Graham Thompson."Mr. Peterson maintained his composure, showing no outward signs of surprise or alarm at my revelation. Instead, he continued to gaze at me, his eyes focused and discerning. "Miss Anna, over the course of my career, numerous women and young ladies have walked into my office, claiming to be Anna Thompson. They presented me with evidence, often fabricated, to support their claims. So, forgive me for being cautious when it comes to accepting someone who isn't even certain of her own name," he explained, his words measured
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