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Chapter 78 Proving Her Innocence

“Exactly. If she’s Mr. Emyr’s woman, why would she need to steal Ms. Nelson’s ring?”

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“That’s right. Whatever she wants, she could just ask Mr. Emyr for it. Why steal?”

“With Mr. Emyr’s wealth, he could buy her something far more valuable. It makes no sense…”

As the tide of opinions shifted, Leah’s heart began to race.

Seeing Emyr and Charmaine standing together naturally, something felt completely out of her control.

This wasn’t how it was supposed to go!

Taking a deep breath, Leah said, “Mr. Emyr, Celeste isn’t wrong. The ring was found in Charmaine’s pocket. The evidence is clear. You can’t expect us to believe her just because she says so.”

Emyr didn’t even spare Leah a glance. Instead, he turned to Charmaine and asked, “Do you have anything

to say?”

“Leah claimed the ring was missing, and then, not even a moment later, Celeste reached into my pocket and ‘found‘ it. She didn’t hesitate at all, almost as if they’d rehearsed it countless times.”

blind spot for the cameras, so there’s no footage. However, I never

and have

lips curled into a faint, chilling smile as he leaned back in his wheelchair.

who dares to bully my people will

and left

run down their spine at

and wide across Eragos as “the Satan,” could still command such an intimidating presence, even with both his legs rendered

Veronica were utterly unprepared for this level of confrontation.

drive Charmaine away to keep her from lingering around and stirring up trouble. They hadn’t anticipated that someone like Emyr would step in to

Emyr’s people might

Mr. Emyr with this. Today is Mrs. Alessa’s birthday banquet. Let’s not waste everyone’s

eyes darting nervously. “Exactly! While Charmaine hurt us, we won’t hold it against

I deeply regret disrupting your celebration

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78 Proving Her Innocence

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it. I’ve had plenty of birthdays in my time. If something like this happens at our

felt their blood run

be resolved,” Olympia chimed in, walking over to Leah and gently patting her trembling back. “Don’t worry, sweetheart, Your father and I are here for you.

strained smile. “Thank you, Mom.”

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