Suppressing her anger, Millie mustered a smile and responded, “Even as an adult, I find it challenging to resist well-set traps.”

“You…”

Nancy’s brows furrowed, and she shot a fleeting glance towards Marcus. Did he comprehend the subtext?

Millie was evidently insinuating that she had been framed by someone.

“Are you suggesting that someone is conspiring against you? Got any proof? Mr. Thomas can assist you in locating that individual. If you lack evidence, refrain from making such statements, as it can negatively impact you, similar to the rumors circulating about you.”

Humphrey’s teachings resonated in her words; Nancy skillfully cautioned Millie against making unsupported claims. She was well aware of the absence of surveillance and Millie’s inability to substantiate her allegations.

Millie that, even if she confessed to Marcus, there

reputation

gaze fell upon the hairpin still adomming Millie’s hair, invoking a pang

possessed the potential to evoke envy from women

adorned it, a pang

thoughtfully. “It’s advisable not to wear jewelry

you’re feeling envious, don’t hesitate to admit it. Perhaps

of tension swiftly

of Marcus, one of the executives interjected, “Nancy, we’ve paid our visit to Mrs. Brown.

a hint of a smile, Millie continued, “Hold on, Designer Nancy. Has something slipped your mind? You lost the

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