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.

if she confessed to Marcus, there was

reputation rendered her

adomming Millie’s hair,

petite hairpin possessed the potential to

pang of

with a pretense of concern, Nancy spoke thoughtfully. “It’s advisable not to wear jewelry while sleeping. You

responded with a clever retort. “If you’re feeling envious, don’t hesitate to admit it. Perhaps I could lend it to you

undertone of tension swiftly pervaded

of Marcus, one of the executives interjected, “Nancy, we’ve paid our

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

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