As the week progressed, my unease deepened. I began to notice other peculiarities in my in-laws’ behavior. They called frequently, checking in on trivial matters, their conversations peppered with subtle inquiries about our finances and plans.
One evening, as I was sorting through some wedding gifts, I found a handwritten note from my mother-in-law tucked inside a card. « We’re so thrilled to welcome you into the family. Remember, family always looks out for each other, » it read. The words, once comforting, now felt like a veiled reminder of their expectations.
That weekend, I brought up the subject with my husband. « Have you ever noticed anything odd about your parents’ gifts? » I asked, trying to keep my tone light.
He looked up from his laptop, surprised. « Odd? Like what? »
I hesitated, choosing my words carefully. « Like… conditions attached. I mean, they’re very generous, but do you think there’s more to it than just kindness? »
He frowned, closing his laptop. « They just want to help us. Why are you worrying about this now? »
I shrugged, not wanting to escalate the issue without more evidence. « Just something I noticed, » I replied, leaving it at that.
But I couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more at play. I decided to dig deeper into the documents, looking for any additional clues or contacts that could shed light on the situation.
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