Wait, She’s a Billionaire by Ms. Shadow

Chapter 928

Romello frowned, his eyes burning with anger as he raised the paddle, ready to strike at Gabrielle.

“Hey, hey! Calm down! That’s going to hurt! Don’t hit me!”

Gabrielle quickly shielded herself with her arms and, taking advantage of his hesitation, lunged at him, grabbing onto his thigh and sobbing.

“Romello, you know me, I’m usually so well–behaved. If I’ve done something wrong, you have to let me know what it is,” she pleaded, tears shimmering from Romello’s intimidating demeanor.

Reluctantly, Romello lowered the paddle, his voice cold as he continued, “Gabrielle, have you forgotten our family’s principal? Why are you stealing now?”

Gabrielle clung tighter to his leg, looking up at him with a puzzled expression.

“Romello, what are you talking about? You suspect me of stealing the crystal earrings? How could I? I’m the heiress of the prestigious Nicholls family! I’ve seen all kinds of luxury jewelry. I would never steal, especially not from Sheena. It’s impossible!”

Romello’s frown deepened.

In truth, he did not believe Gabrielle would steal either, knowing her temperament well.

her to the altar

resorting to punishment.

happened,” Romello

quickly recited the rehearsed lie she had practiced at

I didn’t know much, so I didn’t say anything. Later, we had a pleasant conversation, and Sheena said she wanted to give me a little gift, so she gave me the crystal earrings. It’s still in my bag!”

the pillar when the bodyguards

Chapter 928

expression, seeing no signs of anger, and then moved toward

out a pair of expensive and delicate blue crystal earrings and handed them. to Romello before continuing

such valuable earrings at home after the tea party.

the vanity and ended up taking them with me,”

explanation, Romello’s expression softened

me of stealing

his gaze, his expression

the earrings were stolen and, along with Lionel, searched

silent sigh of relief, then quickly feigned surprise.

And why did. Sheena say I stole the earrings when

glancing coldly at his innocent yet