A few days later, I arranged a meeting with the relative in question. We met at a small café, the kind with chipped tables and the faint aroma of fresh pastries lingering in the air. I arrived early, my mind racing as I rehearsed what I wanted to say.
When they finally walked in, they greeted me warmly, their demeanor friendly and relaxed. “Thanks for meeting with me,” I said, trying to match their tone.
“Of course,” they replied, settling into the chair opposite mine. “I was surprised to hear from you.”
I took a deep breath, laying the bank statement and power of attorney document on the table. “I wanted to talk about these,” I said, pointing to the papers between us.
They glanced at the documents, then back at me, their expression unchanged. “I assumed you were aware,” they said, their voice steady. “Your parent asked me to help manage things since it’s been a bit overwhelming for them lately.”
I nodded, choosing my words carefully. “I appreciate you helping, but I wasn’t informed about these changes. It’s important for me to be in the loop, especially with such significant decisions.”
They leaned back, offering a reassuring smile. “Of course, I understand. It was a bit last-minute, and I should have reached out to you sooner.”
Despite their words, a flicker of doubt remained in my mind.
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