I’ve owned fine houses, expensive automobiles, and more investments than any one person needs.”

The guests listened.

I tightened my grip on the bouquet.

Arthur continued.

“So I arranged to donate my wealth to the Children’s Hospital Foundation.”

He explained that his advisers had prepared charitable documents.

His investment portfolio had been committed to a major hospital expansion.

The Westchester estate and other property were part of the philanthropic plans.

He spoke proudly about a new treatment wing that would carry his family name.

Then he looked back at me.