She met Esther's accusatory gaze fearlessly. "Why would I do such a thing? I'm here to see Richard. I have no idea where Pearl is."

Esther squinted with anger. "Bullsh*t. The receptionist saw you leading Pearl away!"

Winona paused, considering her response before firing back, "We happened to leave at the same time. You're making baseless accusations."

Esther, unable to counter Winona's argument, released her and turned to James with teary eyes.

James's heart melted at the sight of her distress. "Miss Winona, the company's surveillance has recorded everything. Let's leave this matter to the police. You should consult a lawyer." He then wrapped his arms around Esther protectively, noting Winona's pale complexion with a hint of irony.

Winona was

truth. Moreover, with James's

She believed Richard would protect her because he needed her help with Pearl. "Absolutely not. I haven't done anything wrong, so there's no

anger. "You're slandering my fiancee. If you continue with

I knew it. None of you Waldorfs are decent. Pearl must have been blind to fall for you!" With that, she grabbed James's arm

of relief as Esther left. "I've

uncertain. "She's at Jesselton Manor

to Grandpa, and he said she's cooperating well. Maybe she's genuinely happier

Pearl's imminent recovery. He could finally stop suppressing his feelings for her, which he had concealed for so

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