Chapter 163
If Melody were to say that the brooch was a gift from Mabel, then both Mabel and Yolanda could claim that Melody not only stole but also lied shamelessly.
However, since Melody merely explained that it was her brooch, could it be that the brooch, like the hat, was swapped by Melody!
Just as Yolanda was about to find an excuse to let the matter slide, Mabel had already pulled Janet over and said, “Miss Murphy, Melody insists that the brooch is hers, but it’s truly the one you gave me. Could you help us identify it?”
Janet had anticipated that Mabel would use this tactic against Melody, so she stepped forward without hesitation, glancing at the brooch on Melody’s chest before firmly declaring, “This is indeed the gift I gave to Mabel, Miss Melody, not only did you take the brooch, but you brazenly wore it yourself, that’s too much.”
Janet’s tone was calm, but her words were sharp, each one accusing Melody of stealing the brooch she had given to Mabel and shamelessly wearing
For a moment, the guests looked at Melody with disdain and began whispering among themselves.
A person remarked, “How shameless, not only did she steal, but she also wore it openly. I’ve never seen someone like that?
One softly commented, “The Fox sisters are like night and day, while Mabel is the Best Celebrity in Silverlake, Melody is a thief.
A guest said, “Everyone knew about Wilona’s impeccable character back then, how could she have a daughter like this? Maybe the Fox family made a mistake and Melody isn’t the biological daughter?
Another agreed. “I think so too, Wilona’s daughter couldn’t possibly be this dishonest
The guests comments were loud enough for Melody to hear clearly, but she pretended not to hear them, only looking at Janet meaningfully.
“Miss Murphy, you only took a glance, how can you be so certain that this brooch is the one I stole from Mabel and not my own?” Melody’s expression was calm as she spoke, even smiling faintly,
Melody’s smile made Janet uneasy, and this uneasiness fueled Janet’s annoyance towards Melody even more, determined to claim Melody as the thief to make her understand the harsh realities of society.
Janet glanced towards Fairlee, who immediately understood and exclaimed. “My bracelet is missing too
Janet widened her eyes in surprise and asked, “Ms. Lawrence, could it be the bracelet I gave you, worth over millions of dollars?”
Fairlee anxiously replied, “Yes, that’s the one.”
“How could this be?” Janet murmured before suddenly looking at Melody while the guests also followed her lead and turned their eyes towards Melody.
Feeling confused, Yolanda wondered if it was a coincidence or something else, but then she gritted her teeth, making up her mind to label Melody as a thief no mutter what
Hence, with this resolve, Yolanda stepped forward and accused, “Melody, did you not only steal Mabel’s brooch but also Ms. Lawrence’s bracelet? Do you have any shame left!
Yolanda’s face was red with anger as if she were truly reprimanding her unruly daughter.
Watching Yolanda scold Melody, Fairlee felt immensely satisfied and exchanged a glance with Janet, who gave an almost imperceptible nod
Then, Fairlee sighed and said, “Forget it, although the bracelet is expensive, I can buy one more. It would be terrible to ruin the harmony between our families over this. Mrs. Fox, I forgive her, but please talk to her properly after the party as such petty theft habits should not be practiced in
Silverlake”
Melody hadn’t had a chance to speak, now that Fairlee spoke and Yolanda paused her scolding, it allowed Melody to finally say, “Ms. Lawrence, thank you for your generosity, but I must clarify that I did not take your bracelet, I don’t even know what it looks like, so I don’t need your forgiveness.”
Fairlee was about to speak when Janet lightly tapped her from behind, and this was their prearranged signal which meant not to speak
Just as Fairlee wondered why she should miss such an opportunity, she heard Yolanda say in a high–pitched voice, “We’ve caught you red–handed with evidence, yet you still refuse to admit it? Melody, are you trying to drive me mad? If you don’t confess right now, I have no choice but to turn you over to the police and let them discipline you properly”
Inwardly. Mabel was ecstatic, thunking. “Turn her over to the police, immediately send lier to the police!
However, knowing
g that she couldn’t reveal her thoughts, Mabel lowered her head, looking deeply disappointed in Melody
Seeing this, Janet patted Mabel’s shoulder and comforted, “Mabel, don’t be sad; turning her over to the police is for her good”
Chapter 163
Mabel nodded sorrowfully, a tear falling just at the right moment.
Melody watched this with a cold smile, then indifferently said, “Evidence! Did you or Mabel see me straling, or find the missing items on
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