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The Inheritance Game
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Plot overview
After the sudden death of a powerful patriarch, his scattered family members return to vie for control of his vast empire and massive inheritance. Sibling rivalry, hidden secrets, and ruthless corporate espionage turn the probate process into a dangerous game where trust is a luxury no one can afford.
Level insight
Vocabulary involves legal, financial, and corporate terminology; dialogue often uses formal or manipulative language essential for high-stakes business discussions.
Learning goals
Master vocabulary related to wills, trusts, and financial assets.
Practice expressions used for negotiation and asserting control in formal settings.
Learn how to discuss complex legal strategies and corporate governance.
Lingos you'll learn in this series
I will talk to you later, okay?
Friendly Exit
A polite way to end a conversation and say you will speak again later.
Wait, so, Alexander, what are you trying to say?
Seek Clarity
A direct way to ask someone to explain their point more clearly.
Don't you think we went too far with it?
Second Thoughts
A question used to check whether something was taken too far or became excessive.
I won't let an outsider rewrite our family history!
Family Pride
A forceful statement refusing to let an outsider change the story or meaning of the family’s past.
You just come into a peaceful home and destroy everything!
Blame Outburst
An angry accusation saying that someone has ruined a calm situation.
How on earth she could possibly put something in mother's tea?
Strong Doubt
A surprised way of asking how something could possibly happen.
What do you mean unforeseen circumstances and a delay in making decisions?
Demand Clarity
A skeptical question that asks someone to explain an unclear or vague statement.
You don't expect me to take your word as it is, right?
Skepticism
A skeptical way of saying you do not fully trust what someone has told you.
Wait, maybe you'd like to stay and share breakfast with me?
Warm Invite
A polite, inviting way to ask someone to stay for breakfast with you.
But why didn't you tell me all of it at the beginning?
Frustrated Question
A frustrated question asking why someone did not explain everything from the start.
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