They had no idea Rachel had already sent me the confirmation I had been waiting for:
“He signed every document and paid the full six million. The five lots are officially in Kyle’s name. I have transferred the surplus back to you, just as we agreed.”
Out of the six million, Rachel had recovered the actual value of her property, taken her commission, and sent the remaining funds to me. With that money, I immediately reserved what was needed to legally buy back my father’s house. Every step was documented. Every move was legal. Kyle had purchased real land, and no one had forced his hand. He had simply let his own greed lead him into a trap.
On the fifth night, Kyle strutted into the house with a leather folder tucked under his arm and the smug smile of a man who believed he had just conquered the world.
“Family,” he announced, “the days of living in Chloe’s shadow are finally over.”
Susan clapped with excitement, and Heather even opened an expensive bottle of champagne.
I watched the humiliating little performance from the kitchen.
“Are you really sure about that, Kyle?”
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