Margaret had never liked Clara.
She never openly insulted her, but her cold looks and occasional remarks made her feelings clear.
Then, one morning, everything changed.
A priceless family necklace disappeared.
The jewel had belonged to the Hamilton family for generations. It was kept in a locked room and was considered one of the most valuable possessions in the mansion.
Margaret immediately blamed Clara.
“She was the only outsider in this house,” she told Adam. “Who else could have taken it?”
Clara stood frozen.
“I didn’t steal anything,” she whispered.
Margaret crossed her arms.
“Then explain where the necklace is.”
“I can’t explain something I didn’t do.”
But Margaret had already made up her mind.
She told Adam that Clara’s financial situation gave her a reason to steal. Adam hesitated at first. He knew Clara had worked for them for years.
But Margaret’s accusations grew stronger with every passing minute.
