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?”

bringing in some people from abroad and looking for fresh talent. If you’re interested, the offer

Thanks, Anders.

unlocked the door, a white blur lunged at

circling her. She crouched down and swept it into her arms, stroking its soft fur. “Snow

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. Clara’s eyes locked onto his bare

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, and their eyes met in the intimate enclosure, the air thick with

a husky voice. “You little heartbreaker, plotting to take me down. How should I punish you,

break free, but lan’s arms were like a vice, holding her captive. She glared at him.

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