It felt as though someone had moved the floor, and I had to find out where to put my feet.

“Is it his money still?” I asked.

Thomas turned to a marked section of the trust.

“The funds have been committed to this trust for your benefit.

Gregory cannot simply call and take them back.”

“Simply?”

“He has not retained unilateral authority to revoke it or redirect the funds.”

“Can he tell me I have to speak to him?”