Chapter 99

“What on earth are you talking about, Mr. Lodge?”

Ariana looked at Brian with an innocent expression. “I was in the middle of a perfectly good shower when you barged in. How exactly is that my fault?”

“You…”

Brian’s words faltered as he stared at her.

Wrapped in a towel, Ariana’s long, slender legs were on full display. Her wet hair spilled over one shoulder, and droplets of water clung to her collarbone, creating an undeniably captivating sight.

Noticing his intense gaze, Ariana tightened her grip on the towel and asked, “Is there something you need, Mr. Lodge?”

“Why did you rip the uniform?”

Faced with Brian’s accusation, Ariana feigned innocence. “Rip what? Mr. Lodge, I have no idea what you’re talking about.”

Brian’s voice turned cold. “Don’t play dumb, Ariana. What were you trying to prove by tearing the uniform? Was it rebellion? Or were you just trying to get my attention?”

replied, maintaining her act of confusion, “I honestly don’t

never seen any maid’s uniform. If you’re going to frame me, at least

Ariana’s refusal to admit her guilt, Brian sneered.

pulled her downstairs, his

found Avery still gathering the torn pieces

glanced at them and said

You clearly

“Mr. Lodge, I saw Ms. Torrey cut these clothes with my own eyes! I can

the one accusing me. Why

prove I damaged these clothes, you’ll

at the time, Mr. Lodge.

not lying. If you don’t believe me, we can check the surveillance footage.”

Avery’s confidence grew. “Fine! Let’s check it!

who remained impassive. “Mr. Lodge,

Emily and ordered,

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