Corinne Nicewick

Out of the abyss

I couldn’t feel my hands, or my feet for that matter. Even my brain felt numb. I would pinch myself if I could move. “Unfortunately the hospital fees took most of what she had, but she was still able to leave you $20,000.” His hands twisted in his lap. Lawyers should never have to deal with emotional people. “That should be enough to get yourself going.” I could feel him stare, waiting for my response.