Chapter 5 - The Will of Eleanor
Hannah stepped forward, her face twisted in rage. "This is absurd! Grandma had dementia! She didn't know what she was signing! We’re going to contest this in court tomorrow!"
"You can try," a sharp male voice called out from behind the deputy.
Jonathan Reeves, a silver-haired estate attorney in a thick wool coat, stepped out from the shadows near the garage. He carried a leather briefcase and a quiet air of absolute authority.
"My name is Jonathan Reeves," he announced to the family. "I was Eleanor Turner’s personal attorney for over thirty years. I can assure you, Mrs. Turner was evaluated by two independent geriatric psychiatrists before updating her estate plans. She was of completely sound mind."
Jonathan looked directly at Rebecca. "Eleanor left explicit records detailing how her daughter systematically excluded Layla from the family unit while simultaneously utilizing Eleanor’s assets for personal vacations. Eleanor was heartbroken by your cruelty toward Michael’s daughter."
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Jonathan reached into his briefcase and pulled out a stack of sealed envelopes. "In fact, Eleanor left personal letters for several family members here tonight. Aunt Evelyn, this one is for you."
Great-Aunt Evelyn stepped up the stairs, accepting the letter with trembling hands. As she opened it and read her sister's handwriting, tears pooled in her eyes.
