Daniel files a suit against Ava, alleging that she failed to pay him for two months' labor at her Choice Cheese Factory. Ava denies the charge and claims that Daniel breached their contract to produce a certain quantity of cheeses and owes Ava damages for the breach. Ava's claim is a

a$.$ counterclaim.

b$.$ counterpoint.

c$.$ cross$-$complaint.

d$.$ contra charge.