“Renee, calm down.” Cordelia’s voice was gentle. “With so many guests at home today, it’s not appropriate to involve the police. Don’t you worry. I’ll definitely find the ring.”

“You’re not pursuing this anymore?”

“Why?” Cordelia looked at her cryptically. “Don’t you believe that I can help you find it?”

“It’s not that…” Renee paused. “I have a suspect.”

This sentence played right into Cordelia’s hands. She pretended not to understand, furrowing her eyebrow and softly asking, “You have a suspect? Who is it?”

“Aunt Cordelia, the person who last accompanied me to the restroom was Lena.”

“Oh?”

Before Cordelia could utter a word, Chris approached while holding Lena’s hand.

Lena held the same handbag as Renee’s.

Lena stated with her usual calm expression, standing before the group. She retrieved the ring from

Everyone was surprised.

I did

to me, as does the ring. You were the one who

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understand there might have been some confusion between us, but… I’ve always hoped to mend our relationship. I don’t think you took these things on purpose. If you like the bag, you can keep it. But could you please return the ring? It’s my engagement ring

voice quivered, and tears welled

gently patted her shoulder, a little flustered. Meanwhile, the guests started to look suspiciously at Lena, whispering amongst

and Cordelia gradually looked grimmer. Zuko and Lina exchanged glances, their expressions

from making baseless accusations!” Chris

A clear voice suddenly

Arya quickly making her way through the crowd to reach them. Arya

I assure you that Lena didn’t take your ring, and she didn’t steal your bag either. The bag she’s

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