The repayment agreement was finalized in spring, after more document exchanges than I cared to count.

It provided for specific transfers toward Selena’s education funding, regular statements, and a way to address missed payments.

Our lawyers explained what was enforceable and what depended on continued compliance.

There were no magical consequences, no instant restoration of trust.

Gavin made the first several payments on time.

One month he called to say his hours had been reduced and asked through counsel about adjusting the date, not the total obligation.

We discussed it through the agreed process.