The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 2706

“I’m only going to say this once. I didn’t do it. No matter how much you and your mother try to frame me, I didn’t do it. I don’t know what tricks you used to tamper with the security footage, but Dad, I’m telling you, I’m inhocent. And if you’re really willing to doubt your own daughter, then I guess there’s nothing more I can do.”

Regina’s face was a mask of calm as she gave her father, Francis, one last chance to

believe her.

After Regina’s declaration, Francis had to quickly brush the incident aside, especially with a roomful of onlookers eager to gossip about their family’s misfortunes.

“Alright, alright, maybe you just misplaced the bracelet, honey? Could’ve slipped under a table or something, right? Let’s have the staff look for it and everybody else, no need to stick around for this. It was just a little joke between my wife and daughter, let’s call it a night.”

He was desperate to send the other guests away before any more damage could be done to their reputation, but Imogen was relentless. Francis, I didn’t mean to make a big deal out of this. I just want an apology from Regina is that so hard? I know I’m her stepmother, and no matter what I do, people will always label me as such. But haven’t I been good enough to her? Why does she treat me this way? Ever since I married into the Tanner family, I’ve been swallowing my pride. Now even my mother’s heirloom is gone, am I supposed to just let that go too?”

man’s heartstrings – not to mention an aging

than ever.

feels so strongly about this, Regina, come here and

Agnes was stunned.

matters? She could hardly imagine how much Regina

you, you’re forcing Regina to apologize? There’s no conclusive evidence that she did anything wrong, and yet you’re pressuring your own daughter.

and knew the Tanners from way back. She didn’t mince her words, but Francis could hardly stand being called out in front

everyone.

family business. Stay out of

Francis’ embrace,

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