My Stepfather Said I Had 5 Minutes To Leave After Turning 18. He Didn’t Know I Planned My Exit Weeks Ago

Preliminary reimbursement

To my surprise, they offered a preliminary reimbursement while their investigation continued. “We’ll transfer an initial amount to your account today,”

the representative said. Though it wasn’t the full $1,500, it was a step forward. “This is just to show our good faith as we finalize our internal review,”

she added. My grandson and I exchanged relieved glances; it was a small victory, but a victory nonetheless.