“Whatever the exact ownership rights and restrictions, it’s plainly false to tell Mariana that she is a guest with no interest in this property.”

Evelyn stared at the paper.

“Julian paid for it.”

“Payment and title aren’t the same thing,” Patricia replied.

“And even apart from title, a spouse’s legal rights aren’t decided at the breakfast table.”

Chloe reached for the folder.

Mariana slid it gently out of her way.

“There is a second document,” Mariana said.