They Thought My Monthly Income Was Theirs to Share Until I Showed Them the Truth

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“You took me to court first,” I said. “I’m only defending myself.”

There was a long pause. When she spoke again, the softness was gone. “Fine. See you there.”

The courtroom was small and overlit. Sarah and four neighbors sat behind me. Katherine had her binder open on the table, organized with tabs and color coded labels, every document in its place.continue reading …