The Man They Threw Out of City Hall

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“Clara Ward died before the trust was finalized.”

Elias’s eyes filled, but his voice stayed steady.

“That’s what they told the city.”

I stepped closer, unable to stop myself.

“I’m sorry,” I said. “I heard what happened inside. I’m a reporter.”

Elias studied me.

“A reporter who works for whom?”

“The Briarwood Ledger.”

His smile became continue reading …