The Hidden Threat

Clara knew he wouldn't agree.

However, on the other hand, she would also look down on him if he gave up business for a woman. Only a man with firm ambitions was worth the enterprise.

If a woman could easily sway him, he would be a joke.

For example, although Declan loved and doted on Clara, getting back the stake of 50 percent would be almost impossible. This was because love was never everything