Mr. Sterling arranged for Caleb Sterling to marry a capable but ordinary-background employee from the Sterling Group.
Mrs. Sterling is particular about matching social status, and chose the daughter of her longtime friend—elegant, poised, and equally competent.
For years, the couple couldn't agree over Caleb Sterling, as if they were determined to settle their differences through Caleb's choice of wife.
However, Caleb Sterling is no longer the child he once was; the years of parental conflict have deeply affected his attitude towards relationships.
He would not be swayed by his parents' arrangements, nor would he engage in romance or marriage.
Work is what makes him feel most relaxed and comfortable.
The couple found him impervious to pressure, as he defied them like never before.
Mr. Sterling devised a misguided plan.
He directly approached the employee, spoke ambiguously, and made her a promise: succeed or not, she would receive fifty million.
