Chapter 13：A Drama of New Love and Old Flame

"How come you dare not let us search your bag? Is it because the diamond necklace is hidden inside your handbag?" Lumi Hawthorne questioned aggressively.

Various discussions arose among the crowd.

"Could it be that this Miss Lyra is just money-minded?"

"It's hard to say. After all, she's just an ordinary staff member and can't afford such expensive jewelry."

Marisol Sterling's eyes were all teary, mascara smudged, and dark clumps stuck under her eyes. She looked as unattractive as could be.

Her mind was in a haze. If the four-million-dollar necklace was lost, she would have to compensate. Being new to the industry and without any substantial work, she hadn't even climbed into Ronan's bed yet. How could she afford such a huge loss?

Marisol Sterling ran over, and linked her arm with Ronan's, tears and snot streaming down her face, acting helpless.

"Ronan, it must be this woman who stole the diamond necklace! You have to help me!" she pleaded.

Ronan distanced himself somewhat disgustedly