– Who are you?
The young man’s voice cut through the air like a blade.
Clara stood up.
I’m a neighbor.
He let out a dry laugh.
— Neighbor? Or someone trying to seize my grandfather’s assets?
The room fell silent.
Mr. Antônio left the room, leaning against the wall with trembling hands.
— Miguel…
It was the first time Clara had heard her grandson’s name.
Miguel did not approach to help him.
He looked around the house.
The kitchen is clean.
Organized remedies.
A table with two chairs that are clearly used frequently.
Then he turned to the lawyers.
— Begin.
One of them opened the folder and took out some documents.
— At our client’s request, we are here to verify the asset situation and the legal guardian’s right of access.
Clara frowned.
Tutor?
Miguel stared directly at her.
My grandfather signed a power of attorney granting me guardianship rights two years ago.
Clara looked at Mr. Antonio.
He shook his head weakly.
— I… I don’t remember…
Miguel interrupted immediately:
— His memory is impaired. We have medical reports.
