Freddy and Hazel’s sibling relationship broke down when their parents’ will was read, revealing an unfair division of their properties. But after moving into the abandoned place he got, Freddy discovered a trap door leading to a hidden area that revealed why he was given that home.
Freddy clenched his fists beside his sister, Hazel, and her gloating fiancé, Mark, as he listened to the lawyer reading their parents’ will.
Hazel interrupted, fidgeting in her chair, “Mr. Schneider, but why did I get the main house?”
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Mark interjected, the corners of his lips rising slightly, “Your parents met me. They know we had plans to get married and have children. Freddy likes to travel and never brought a girl home, so the big house should naturally go to a potential family.”
“Really?” Freddy retorted sarcastically, but it was only because Mark’s attitude always got on his nerves.
Mark chuckled, “Your parents agree, obviously. They did this. Not me.”
“Mark, that’s not fair,” Hazel continued timidly.
“It’s more than fair, babe,” her fiancé insisted.
Freddy and Mark stared at each other in a standoff. Mark broke the tense silence, making insinuations about Freddy’s lifestyle leading to his parents’ decision.
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Hazel attempted to defend her brother, but Mark spoke over her, insisting they deserved the mansion versus the abandoned house.
Freddy’s voice cracked as he confronted his sister about their parents’ old-fashioned views, particularly regarding his own life choices.
Hazel shook her head despite acknowledging that their parents struggled to accept certain aspects of Freddy’s life.
“Things were different for their generation. They never knew if you would or could ever have kids,” she said, tightening her lips.
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Freddy laughed mockingly. “It’s the 21st century, Hazel. They could watch TV and movies and see how it works.” He continued, explaining that his parents started treating him differently after realizing his inclinations.
“Stop it!” Hazel frowned. “I will not allow you to talk about them this way.” She finally told her brother to accept their parents’ decision, making Mark smile wider.
Hanging his head, Freddy nodded at Mr. Schneider, accepting the will, and walked out of the lawyer’s office,...
