Chapter 203 Let Her Go?

Claire’s eyes widened slightly, but she quickly masked her surprise. “Excuse me?” she said, her tone colder than before. “Lisa,” Alex repeated, his eyes searching hers. “Why did you let her go?” Claire exhaled slowly, regaining her composure. “That is a personal matter, Alex,” she said, her voice firm. “I don’t see how it’s relevant to this discussion.” “It is relevant to me,” Alex countered, his voice tinged with frustration. “You know what she did. You had every reason to keep her locked up.” Claire’s gaze hardened. “I did what I thought was best,” she replied, her tone leaving no room for argument. Alex wasn’t satisfied with that answer. He leaned forward, his frustration growing. “She hurt you, Claire. Physically. She deserves to be in jail, not walking free. How can you just let that go?” Claire’s patience was wearing thin. “She would’ve lasted a month at most, maybe just a few days. It wasn’t worth it,” she said dismissively. Alex frowned, her answer striking him as odd. H