left a substantial portion of his estate to several charities, the public library, and a scholarship fund for trade-school students.”
“What about his relatives?”
“He had distant relatives. They received personal items, letters, and specific financial gifts. The house was deliberately left to you.”
“Why?”
“Because he trusted you.”
Martin explained that Ezra had lived simply after selling his company. The house had no mortgage, and he had created a separate fund to cover several years of taxes and basic maintenance.
I could keep it without taking money away from