The Heritage

It has been over a year since you received the letter from your uncle’s lawyer informing you of his passing. Unfortunately your posting abroad didn’t allow you to return home until now.

Your uncle was your only living relative after your parents perished in a plane crash when you were just a kid. The many fond memories from your childhood overwhelm you as you breathe in the mouldy smell of dust and old books. Maybe it wasn’t such a good idea coming here after all? You’re not even sure why you came. Was it to say a final goodbye, perhaps? Or maybe something more indefinable? The letter in your pocket raises more questions than it answers…