Cruel Mercy

He pondered if Clara had been to Lila's ward and overheard their conversation. That had to be it; he had a feeling someone was standing outside the room earlier, but Lila's interruption stopped him from thinking any more of it.

"Who allowed you to eavesdrop? Clara, have you forgotten even the most basic manners?" he accused.

Clara fought to free herself and created distance between them. "Declan,