“Allison is going to a top-tier university.”

“You’ll stay here and receive the care the state provides.”

“That’s the reality.”

I gripped the wheels again and pushed my chair back an inch.

“I’m going to beat her,” I said.

“I’m going to outwork her, and I’m going to outwork both of you.”

“You’re going to see exactly what I can do.”

Richard signed his name on the first blue tab in one smooth motion.