my consequent departure—would she even want this information?
Would it help her understand certain patterns in her own behavior, or simply provide another source of pain?
“What would you advise, Jonathan?”
He considered thoughtfully.
“Professionally, I’d suggest retrieving the contents of the safety deposit box and reviewing them privately before making any decisions.”
Then his tone softened, the boundary between lawyer and family friend briefly blurring.
“Personally, I believe your father preserved this information for a reason, waiting for the right moment. Perhaps that moment has arrived.”
After ending the
