Keeping her here isn't in line with my principles, especially since I have a family to think about."

Chandler was taken aback; he'd thought any man would find Elaine irresistible.

In Chandler's mind, all he'd invested in Elaine should have guaranteed Mark's compliance, but the reality proved different.

His shock was evident, his jaw dropping slightly.

But before he could recover, the door opened, revealing Cecilia with Olivia and Edwin in tow.