Chapter 15 - The Ultimatum

Clara let out a short, cold laugh that made Arthur's grey eyebrows furrow in sudden surprise.
"You think your money buys my daughter's blood, old man?" Clara asked, stepping closer to his face.
"If you try to protect Vanessa, I will release the medical files showing you funded that illegal clinic."
Arthur’s hand tightened around the gold head of his cane as a flicker of genuine shock crossed his pale eyes.
"You wouldn't dare destroy Vance Enterprises," Arthur warned, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper.
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"Watch me," Clara stated firmly, slamming the heavy oak door directly in the billionaire's face.
Outside, Arthur stood on the porch, realizing for the first time that his money held no power over this mother.