Chapter 462

Just as Theo was about to pounce on Clara, she suddenly kicked him, sending him flying. Theo landed face-first on the ground as he was caught off guard. "Clara, are you crazy?" Theo shouted angrily. "Theo, do you think I'm stupid? You want to replace yourself with that lackey in our room on our wedding night? How ridiculous!" Clara retorted, equally furious. "Clara, I know it's absurd, but there's no other way," Theo said helplessly. Clara sneered. "Even if I give up my status, do you think that lackey would be content to be a living cuckold? If he tells my father or spreads rumors, not only will my reputation be ruined, but our entire Strauss family will be shamed." "He wouldn't dare. I have a poison that can make life unbearable without regular antidotes. I'll beat him up and force him to take the poison. Then, he'll have no choice but to obey," Theo replied. "Fine. I'll trust you this once. But if you deceive me, I won't let you off," Clara warned. "I would never lie to you.