Kara exploded, screaming Melissa had “no right” to the legacy. But the law — and Eleanor’s will — said otherwise. David, Melissa’s lawyer, warned Kara to stay silent or face criminal charges. Kara slumped into a chair, defeated. The party had become a courtroom, and justice had taken center stage.
As Melissa walked away with Emma by her side, she didn’t feel victorious — she felt seen. Eleanor had believed in her, protected her, and made sure her legacy was passed on with love. And in the warm evening breeze, Melissa felt something stronger than revenge: peace, purpose, and the quiet echo of Eleanor’s pride.