My palms were so damp that I kept rubbing them against my trousers.

When the time came, I answered plainly.

Yes, I went every Sunday.

No, I did not know what the house was worth.

Yes, Arthur sometimes spoke about Richard.

No, I never suggested he disinherit anyone.

I had sometimes bought groceries with my own money and sometimes accepted repayment for the grocery items themselves, but I had refused payment for my time.

Richard sat across the room.