But it was enough to make me continue.

PART 4 — THE MONEY FRANK WOULDN’T EXPLAIN

The lake lot had been in Frank’s family for decades.

It wasn’t a large property.

A narrow stretch of land near the water, with a small storage shed and a gravel access road.

For years, Frank had talked about selling it.

Sometimes he said he’d use the money to help Isabelle and Kyle.

Sometimes he planned improvements to his house.

Sometimes he said he wanted savings for old age.

I never considered the lot my business.