Monty went straight to the point, "After our last meeting, I developed a strong liking for you, Paityn. I want to take things further.

"With my wealth as a guarantee for your company and your status as a married woman, securing custody of the child shouldn't be a problem if we get married."

Paityn couldn’t deny that she was tempted. She didn’t love Monty; they had even been business rivals before. However, she was utterly hopeless with Jamie, having already lost all her leverage.

If Paityn didn’t want to lose custody of Carol, Monty was indeed an ideal marriage candidate. However, she had reservations. She wasn't ready to give herself emotionally or physically. If they did get married, it would be purely a transaction.

The setting sun melted into gold. Paityn sat in the car and said quietly, "Let's skip other details for now, Mr. Monty. The most pressing matter is that I won’t have any more children."

To her surprise, he readily agreed, "I already have a child, and you have Caro