His expression became serious.
“Brandon, what evidence supports these concerns?”
My son hesitated.
“She’s making irrational decisions.” GetWriting Tools
I looked at him.
“Because I stopped paying your bills?”
“Because you’re acting impulsively!”
Peter studied the dated records.
“Mrs. Carter appears to have sought professional advice and documented her decisions.”
Brandon became frustrated.
“You’re supposed to be helping me!”
Peter closed the folder.
“My responsibility is to give accurate legal advice based on the facts.”
For the first time that afternoon, Brandon stopped talking.
I looked at my son.
“Brandon, I haven’t taken away your home or your savings.”
His expression tightened.
“But I’ve stopped using mine to maintain a lifestyle you can’t afford.”
He rubbed his forehead.
“What am I supposed to do?”
It was the first question he’d asked without demanding that I reverse my decision.
“Start by being honest with Melissa about your finances.” TrackInvestments
