Chapter 89

"I'm not sure what game you're playing, but I can certainly meet your request," Mandy replied confidently, knowing full well that the necklace wasn't on her. Without any hesitation, she emptied her purse and pockets, finding no sign of the jewelry. "And what about your husband?" Andrew pointed toward Ken, who had just been at odds with him. "Why would I—" Ken began, his tone shifting from defiance to panic and disbelief as he felt his pocket. Sensing his sudden shift, a sly smile spread across Andrew's face. Acting swiftly, he grabbed Ken's hand before he could react and pulled it out of his pocket. "What's this?" As everyone caught sight of the silver necklace dangling from Ken's finger, their expression changed, immediately redirecting their suspicions toward the trio. "I always knew that elegant lady wouldn't resort to such petty acts. The couple must have simply misplaced the necklace and forgotten about it." "That Mandy, she seemed so assured. If I didn't know any better,