No Strings Attached

Chapter 46

Clara chuckled softly, “I used to be so naive about love, thinking it was the most precious. thing in my life. I was willing to pay any price for it. But I never imagined that what I treasured so dearly would be nothing more than a bargaining chip In his eyes. If that’s the case, there’s no point in standing on ceremony. Trading once or trading a hundred. times–it makes no difference. All that matters is getting my father out of trouble.”

Despite her calm demeanor, Anders could hear the pain laced within her words. He gazed at her intently, his voice tinged with frustration. “I feel so powerless. If I had the clout he does, you wouldn’t have to endure all this.”

Clara offered a faint smile. “You live and you learn, right? I wouldn’t call it suffering. In three months, I’ll be free.”

“What are your plans? Have you thought about getting back into the legal field?”

“I’ve never even practiced as a lawyer. Who would take a chance on me?”

law firm. I’m bringing in some people from abroad and

her eyes reflecting gratitude. Thanks, Anders. I’ll think about

and Anders dropped Marco off at his hotel and then she drove back to her apartment alone. Just as she unlocked the door, a white blur lunged

excitedly circling her. She crouched down and

nestled into Clara’s embrace, licking and whining with eyes brimming with excitement. In the midst of their affectionate reunion, the bathroom door swung open. lan emerged with only a towel wrapped around his waist, casually drying his hair with another.

a playful note in his voice. “Had your fill of the view? Or should I drop the towel as well?” He strolled over to Clara and draped the large towel over her head, pulling her into a tumble of limbs and fabric. The towel shrouded them both,

voice. “You little heartbreaker, plotting to take me down.

like a vice, holding her captive. She glared at him. “lan, you better not