"Here's what I propose. I'll allow you to think it over for a day. I'll come back tomorrow at this time, and I hope you will give me an answer then."

After saying that, he turned and left.

"No need," Deirdre called out to stop him, a cold smile playing on her lips. "No need. I can give you an answer now. I won't give her the $30,000. Let's go to court and send me to prison if you're willing."

The lawyer couldn't believe it. He turned around and saw the determination on Deirdre's face, furrowi