Confusion sets in
My stepfather’s demeanor changed from boredom to confusion as I explained the house’s ownership history. “After my father died, he left the house to me,” I explained, watching his eyes narrow. He looked around, possibly looking for clues of a joke. But the room was hushed, with each person hanging on my words. His arrogance began to crumble, showing a sense of discomfort.
Confusion Sets In
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