Determined to understand, I decided to meet with a lawyer specializing in family finances. The office was a contrast of warmth and formality, rich wooden furniture lining the walls.

The lawyer, an older man with a calm demeanor, listened intently as I narrated my situation. ‘This isn’t just about money,’ I concluded. ‘It’s about transparency, trust.’

He nodded, scribbling notes on a yellow legal pad. ‘You have a few options,’ he began. ‘Open communication is always the first step, but if that fails, you can pursue a formal inquiry into the account. This can be done through legal channels if necessary.’

‘And what does that entail?’ I asked, bracing myself for the answer.

‘It could involve court orders, financial audits, even mediation,’ he explained. ‘But remember, it’s about finding a resolution that maintains the relationship.’

I left with more clarity, but also the weight of potential choices. Pursuing this legally felt daunting, yet leaving things as they were seemed like an acceptance of deceit.

The drive home was filled with thoughts of what might come next, the road ahead uncertain and fraught with difficult conversations.

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