The Triplets My Ex Never Knew About novel Chapter 228

Chapter 228: Chapter 228: Estelle Lockwood, You Stole Something! Search Her

Estelle Lockwood, however, just smiled, her tone calm. "Don’t be so quick to show our guests out."

Nathaniel Sloan frowned slightly. "Estelle..."

"This matter does need to be handled properly. Miss Foster’s bracelet is missing, so we should make a proper search for it."

Estelle Lockwood nodded and gave an order, "First, go get the security footage."

Estelle Lockwood had a clear conscience, but she would never give anyone leverage over her. If this wasn’t resolved on the spot, all sorts of rumors would fly afterward—

’So they’re accusing me of theft? Heh.’

Nathaniel Sloan’s brow furrowed even deeper, his lips forming a tight line. His gaze on Sophie Foster and Thea York was icy and indifferent.

Estelle Lockwood smoothed her hair. "Mr. Sloan, give me a few minutes. I can handle this myself. Trust me."

The hardness in Nathaniel Sloan’s dark eyes softened, but he didn’t let go of her hand. Instead, he said in a low voice, "Alright. I’ll stay with you."

「Soon, the security footage was ready.」

The only people who entered the restroom during that time were Estelle Lockwood, Sophie Foster, and Thea York.

No one else entered in the interim.

The cleaning staff had also searched the restroom and found no bracelet. This confirmed the bracelet was truly missing, and it was likely in the possession of one of these three women.

But Sophie Foster was the owner of the bracelet, and Thea York was Sophie Foster’s friend...

Sophie Foster sneered. "See? You were the only other one in the restroom. You’re the one who stole it!"

Estelle Lockwood raised an eyebrow. "What, is Miss York not a person?"

Sophie Foster choked, then roared, "Thea is my best friend! Why would she steal from me!?"

Estelle Lockwood’s smile deepened. "So... Miss Foster is certain I’m the one who stole it. What about you, Miss York? Do you think so too?"

Seeing all eyes turn to her, Thea York paused for a moment before shaking her head with a helpless expression.

"Estelle, Sophie, to be honest, I didn’t see who took the bracelet. However, I did see Sophie take her bracelet off and place it on the tray to the side. When I looked again a moment later, it was gone. And at the time, it really was just the three of us in the restroom..."

Although she didn’t explicitly say Estelle Lockwood was the thief, every single word was pointing in that direction.

This gave Sophie Foster more confidence. "You hear that?! Thea is basically saying you stole it! You’re the thief!"

Estelle Lockwood raised an eyebrow. "If it’s ultimately proven that I’m not the thief, can I sue you both for defamation? I can understand Miss Foster being emotional after losing her bracelet. However, Miss York, since you didn’t see anything with your own eyes, why are you so certain?"

Thea York bit her lower lip. "Estelle, I just said that at the time, there were only the three of us..."

"Miss York, no one here is stupid enough to miss the meaning behind your words," Estelle Lockwood cut in coolly.

Bystanders nodded. Thea York’s meaning was clear—she was implying Estelle Lockwood was the thief, but was holding back from saying it directly out of respect for the Sloan Family.

But now, there was no need to give Estelle Lockwood any face. She was the one being shameless.

So, someone spoke up in support, "Miss York, just say it. You definitely saw what happened, right?"

"Yeah, just tell us. I’m sure Mr. Sloan won’t blame you."

Sophie Foster was also anxious. "Thea, you’re the eyewitness! You must have seen the whole thing! Tell everyone it was Estelle Lockwood who stole it!"

Thea York clenched her jaw, a cold sweat trickling down her skin.

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