until certain appropriate circumstances arose.”
My mind raced, connecting disparate pieces across decades.
My father’s inexplicable generosity after David left. The practical support that kept Amber and me afloat during those difficult early years.
His occasional cryptic comments about David getting what he deserved eventually.
His insistence on establishing educational trusts for Amber—funds I couldn’t access for other purposes.
“What does this mean for Amber?” I asked, parental concern surfacing automatically despite recent events.
“Legally, nothing directly. The statute of limitations on the financial crimes has expired, based on my
