Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover by Rosa Winters

Chapter 657

Connor's words cut through the tension like a knife. Everyone there knew he was right. If every baseless accusation required you to prove your innocence, it'd be a free pass for troublemakers. Plus, the law clearly puts the burden of proof on the accuser. So, even if the

jewelry was in Mrs. Sartori's bag, no one could search it without her consent.

Lisa, oblivious to the legalities, was relentless. "If you refuse a search, you've got something to hide. It must be Chloe who took my rose brooch. Chloe, you're a thief!"

Connor saw through Lisa's ploy. With all eyes on them, he couldn't let the brooch appear in Chloe's bag. This clumsy setup would eventually unravel, clearing Chloe's name. But if discovered now, the misunderstanding would be public, and no amount of vindication could erase the stain of suspicion.

As Connor stood firm, Chloe gave his sleeve a playful tug, reminiscent of a Diana-like elegance. Connor turned to her, catching the mischievous sparkle in her eyes-a silent cue. Chloe wasn't panicked or angry; instead, she seemed amused, like a clever fox with a trick up her sleeve. Connor relaxed, realizing Chloe anticipated this.

forward, Connor didn't intervene. "Lisa, accusations come with consequences. You claim I stole

retorted, "The evidence is in your bag. It has to be you; you had the motive. Chloe, you're my sister, and I know you liked that brooch. If you wanted it, I would've given it to you. There's

buzzed with

For a moment, even the queen's tears were forgotten. Everyone was eager for the next

wouldn't risk her reputation over a brooch, no matter its worth. Yet, with Lisa claiming sisterhood and their apparent rivalry at the auction, a family feud seemed plausible. Maybe Chloe had taken

for clues in their expressions. Chloe, calm and unflinching, challenged, "Go ahead, search my bag. But what if you don't find what you're looking

was convinced. She'd

carry the bag

brooch into a hidden compartment.

confident because

hadn't taken anything. But confidence wouldn't matter if the jewelry was found-it would be