Turning the Tables

As Natalia's words fell, the crowd's gazes toward Selina shifted to disdain. 

 

"I never thought she'd steal her sister's bracelet." 

 

"Didn't you hear what Jillian said? She's not used to luxury—probably couldn't help herself when she saw something valuable!" 

 

"No wonder the Clark Family resents her. If I had a daughter who stooped to stealing, I'd disown her too." 

 

Ryan, standing protectively by Natalia's side, spoke with a reprimanding tone. "Selina, is there anything you lack? Why would you bully Natalia?" 

 

Selina finally raised her eyes, her voice calm but cutting. "You think I stole something?" 

 

Ryan, frustrated by what he saw as her refusal to admit wrongdoing, retorted, "What else? How else did Natalia's bracelet end up in your hands?" 

 

A faint, cold smile curled Selina's lips.