Shane had Racquel on a pedestal and deep inside, he believed she could only love him if he was "good enough." In order to win her love he gave her gifts, sent her cards, left phone messages, bought her clothes, planned special surprises, and helped with her home and children. All of this created a sense of emotional indebtedness for Racquel. She felt like she could never repay Shane for everything he did for her. The truth was — she couldn't. Shane was trying to buy her love — only the contract wasn't clear. In time, the only way she could cope with his pleasing and caretaking was by pushing
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