A confidence boost
The lawyer affirmed that I was the rightful owner of the house, which gave me confidence. He explained the relevance of each document and helped me rehearse presenting my argument. My stepfather maintained his arrogant ways, completely unaware of the impending storm. Every piece of confidence I acquired from the lawyer’s reassurance made the imminent reveal seem more assured. My stepfather may have thought he had all the cards, but I actually had the winning hand.
A Confidence Boost
Stepdad’s arrogance
My stepfather, blind to my behavior, continued to behave superior in the house. He would yell instructions, make outrageous demands, and overall behave as if he owned the area. Little did he know that his unbroken reign was coming to an end. His apparent disrespect for everyone save himself just strengthened my determination. I made an effort to stay out of his path, so he wouldn’t notice my developing confidence or the behind-the-scenes preparations.
Stepdad’s Arrogance
