Their disbelief turned into indignation. “But why didn’t you say anything?” Emma demanded, her voice trembling.

I took a deep breath, steadying myself. “Because it wasn’t the right time. Dad didn’t want you to worry, and frankly, neither did I.”

The lawyer continued, ignoring the tension. “The rest of the estate is divided equally between Emma and Sheila.”

I felt a twinge of satisfaction at their disbelief. The tables had turned, and justice, it seemed, had been served in its own way.