Sean yanked his arm away from Shawn's grip, his eyes burning with anger and grief. "How can you even say that? My wife is missing, and all you care about is this goddamn alliance?"
Before he could turn and storm away, Claire stepped in to block his path, her eyes pleading. "Sean, I understand your pain, believe me, we all do. But we can't afford to show weakness at this crucial moment. Your life is at stake, and if you hesitate, the consequences could be disastrous for all of us."
Sean clenched his fists, frustration and sadness warring within him. He tried to protest, but Claire continued, her voice trembling with urgency.
"Don't you care about your daughter? If we back out of this alliance, Ciara will be in even greater danger. But if we secure an alliance with the Pierre Family, it will ensure a greater safety measure for her and especially you."