The Price of High Morals

"Yeah." Clara said listlessly.

"Why the glum face?" Gwen asked Clara. She found it odd that Clara was still awake despite the time of the night.

"What? I'm totally fine. I'm getting free money. How could I not be happy about that?" said Clara, with a hint of sarcasm.

Lately, she found herself on the receiving end of financial generosity from several sources, including Howard.

The following morning