I still had worries about money, parenting, and healing.

But the future no longer belonged to the people who spoke the loudest.

PART 22

In May, my attorney invited me to review a proposed settlement.

It addressed division of property, debts, support, and a framework for ongoing parenting arrangements, subject to the court’s review.

Some of the disputed transactions involving North Quay remained unresolved and were reserved for the appropriate financial process rather than being swept under the rug.

Vance appeared with his lawyer.