Chloe’s interest had become fully hers at eighteen, and the estate plan permitted her to designate a beneficiary for any undistributed amount.

She had met with independent counsel while she was lucid, and the designation had been documented apart from the medical team.

“Her share is substantial,” Miriam said, sliding a schedule across the desk.

“But there will be expenses, review, and the possibility that someone challenges her decision.

I do not want you spending or promising funds based on a preliminary figure.”

I asked what I was certain Paige was thinking.