“The board doesn’t review medical records.”

“Clause forty-two of the corporate governance charter requires it,” I said, turning to Arthur.

“Any legal heir meant to hold voting shares must have verified biological lineage established before the trust is distributed.”

Arthur didn’t look up from the second page.

His mouth flattened into a thin, pale line as he read the notarized seal at the bottom.

“Spencer,” Arthur said quietly.

“Did you instruct Dr.