Priceless Dignity

Clara slowly loosened her grip. The broken pieces of check slid down her fingertips and gently drifted down to the ground.

"This bit of money can't keep my mouth shut," she said.

Vivian suddenly raised her hand and was about to slap Clara hard. But when her gaze landed on the Civil Affairs Bureau staff, who was at the side, she gritted her teeth and retracted her arm.

"Clara, you were in the wrong