Frustration surfaces
Alex’s frustration broke through, revealing deeper family tensions she hadn’t anticipated. “Why are you making this so difficult?”
he snapped, the mask of calm slipping. Her eyes widened at his sudden outburst. “Difficult? I’m your mother, Alex.
I need to understand what I’m signing,” she retorted. His reaction was unexpected, hinting at pressures she hadn’t seen before.
Alex’s struggle seemed deeper than just the inheritance. It was clear there was more at stake.