Hazels Ultimatum

Keeping his temper in check, Arthur asked, "What do I have to do for you to accept a private settlement?"

Hazel sneered. "Why are you so eager to settle it privately? I'd be half-dead if Clayton Caldwell didn't take that blow for me."

"I know you suffered, but I'm doing this for Zenith Group," Arthur said, his tone turning soft gradually. "It's going to affect the company negatively if this gets o