Chapter 236
Chapter 236:
The fallout would be swift and unforgiving.
And Bella would finally be free of her rival.
But Yelena wasn’t playing their game. She didn’t flinch. She didn’t falter. Instead, she eyed the ring with the detached curiosity one might reserve for a dull museum exhibit.
“I’ll say this one more time,” she said, her voice steady, cutting through the chaos like a blade. “I didn’t take it. As for why it’s in my bag, I’m sure the person who planted it could explain best p>
Her gaze locked onto Monica, sharp and unrelenting.
For a moment, Monica’s confidence wavered, her eyes flickering before darting away entirely.
Unveiled
“Yelena, the ring was found in your bag. You’re surrounded by witnesses. Are you really going to stand there and deny it p>
To Amanda, Yelena’s defiance was incomprehensible. Among the carefully curated socialites of the Harris family circle, Yelena’s composure stood out like a rogue thread in an otherwise perfect tapestry.
From across the room, Monica’s subtle nod sent a silent command to the waitress.
Straightening her back, the waitress declared with newfound confidence, “I saw her put the ring in her bag with my own eyes p>
Yelena’s sharp gaze locked onto the waitress, her expression cold enough to freeze the air between them.
“Are you absolutely sure it was this ring you saw me take p>
The waitress hesitated, the intensity of Yelena’s stare rattling her. But she quickly recovered, forcing herself to nod.
“Yes. I even saw you try it on your finger p>
A faint smile tugged at the corners of Yelena’s lips, a smile that spoke of knowing far more than she let on.
“Very well,” she said coolly, her tone razor-sharp. “Let’s involve the police. I want this cleared up once and for all p>
The room collectively held its breath, stunned into silence.
Was Yelena serious?
To call the police was unthinkable.
For Yelena, of all people, to make such a move? It bordered on madness.
Bella stepped forward, her voice dripping with faux concern.
“Yelena, have you lost your mind? The ring was found in your bag. Just apologize to Miss Mitchell now before this gets out of control. If the police get involved, it’ll be disastrous—for you and for our family p>
Her words carried a tone of warning, but the glint in her eyes betrayed the truth. Bella was savoring this moment. The prospect of Yelena’s humiliation, of her pristine reputation being shattered, was too delicious to resist.
Yelena’s gaze shifted to Bella, her expression unflinching.
“Don’t pretend to care about me, Bella. I didn’t take the ring. I won’t apologize for something I didn’t do. If someone framed me, they’ll regret it because I will get to the bottom of this p>