"Half!"
Claire Sullivan repeated Ruth Hale's words with a touch of sarcasm; how could she not see that what Ruth really wanted was everything.
Such greedy people!
"A third would be fine too." Ruth thought Claire found it too much and changed her words.
"Claire, money is just material." Ruth was afraid Claire would be too attached to the money, so she continued to persuade, "Having a good husband and a good daughter is what's most important."
"You have no idea, so many wealthy women envy you for finding such a great man."
How could Claire Sullivan not know? When she chose Joel Quinn, who knew how those wealthy ladies mocked her behind her back!
They all said she was blind, choosing a driver who, even if obedient and compliant, was only after her money.
Even if she had a daughter with her, surely better men than a penniless driver would be good-looking.
At the time, she didn't think there was any issue with choosing Joel Quinn!
