Chapter 231 - A World on Fire

  "Alright," Ms. Patel began, "I hope we can have a productive discussion today and find a resolution that satisfies all parties." Mark, Deonna's cousin, scoffed. "The only satisfactory resolution is Deonna admitting she manipulated our aunt and giving us our fair share of the inheritance." Deonna felt her temper flare. "I didn't manipulate anyone, Mark. Aunt Vivian made her own decisions." "Enough," Ms. Patel cut in. "We're here to find common ground, not trade accusations. Now, let's start by-" She was interrupted by a knock at the door. A young man entered, looking slightly flustered. "I'm sorry to interrupt," he said, "but I have urgent news for all parties involved in the Vivian Vernetti estate case." All eyes turned to him as he continued. "A second will has been discovered in Mrs. Maine's safe deposit box. It appears to be more recent than the one currently in contention." A stunned silence fell over the room. Deonna felt her heart race as the implications sank in. "Wha