Beyond Compensation

Clara let out a low, scornful laugh that lingered in the silence of the hospital room, unmasking her raw sarcasm and a cold, biting mockery.

Desmond's brows knitted together, and for a moment, a storm of dire confusion and gloom passed over his deep eyes.

Before he had a chance to say anything, Clara gave him the answer. "Desmond, in your world, is everything just up for sale?

"Can anyone be bough