Chapter 18 - Franklin’s Will
I updated estate plan.
Not to disinherit Brandon entirely.
That surprised everyone.
I left him no direct control of Redwood Capital.
No mansion.
No large unrestricted inheritance.
If I died, a modest trust would support medical care, education, and reentry needs after lawful obligations, with independent trustee.
The majority of my estate went:
Construction worker foundation.
Several nieces/nephews.
Charities Elaine supported.
A scholarship.
Did Brandon know?
Eventually after case.
He accused:
“You’re punishing me.”
“No.”
“You leave strangers more.”
“Yes.”
“Why?”
“Because money without limits harmed you.”
He stared.
“Still deciding what’s best for me.”
May you like
“No. Deciding what happens to my property.”
That distinction mattered.
