"The mother-in-law ordered her to leave empty-handed. Then she pulled out the deed." The fight in the hallway
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Chapter 15 - Harold Pierce Came BackHarold contacted Serena.
He wanted to negotiate.
Daniel advised against meeting privately.
They arranged a meeting at his office.
Harold arrived looking older than Serena expected.
He admitted manipulating Robert's financial records.
But he claimed Beatrice had known far more than she admitted.
Then he produced copies of letters.
Beatrice had spent years trying to learn what Robert intended to leave Serena.
She had believed the estate was worth millions more.
Harold smiled grimly.
“She wasn't trying to steal your house.”
Serena stared at him.
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“What was she trying to steal?”
“Everything.”
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Chapter 16 - The Case That Changed EverythingAuthorities became involved.
Chapter 17 - Lucas Returned Without A KeyThree months later, Lucas came to the house.
Chapter 18 - Serena Chose Her Own FutureThe financial case eventually recovered a significant portion of Robert's missing money.
Chapter 19 - Dinner Beneath The Magnolia TreeNearly a year after the thermostat argument, Serena hosted dinner beneath the magnolia tree.
Chapter 20 - The Envelope Beneath The FloorSix months later, Serena and Lucas began dating again.
