They Tried to Take Her House Until the Attorney Opened the Folder

never responsible with money.’

Brooke almost laughed.

The sound stayed trapped behind her teeth.

She thought of the nights she had eaten toast for dinner.

She thought of her mother’s birthday gifts for Alyssa.

She thought of Zachary’s rent being paid with a sigh and a lecture Brooke never got the luxury of receiving.

Melissa’s voice stayed even.

‘Brooke’s continue reading …