SWNOVELS Chapter Gossip 216
Reading Juicy Gossip in Her Mind
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In that short span of time, everyone had already begun to murmur amongst themselves. They had come to know that the lost item was a birthday gift once given by Josiah to Audrey, worth a million. When that necklace was mentioned, both Dakota and Josiah's expressions turned rather unpleasant.
With the backing of Audrey, Camila suddenly said, "If you have nothing to hide, why won't look in your bag? I'm sure there's something fishy going on."
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"You don't understand what I'm saying, do you? I told you, no? She's my girlfriend. Can't I provide her with whatever she wants? Does she need to steal a necklace?" Josiah defended Dakota. Dakota also said. "Why is it that when you lose something, I'm the one you suspect? Also, why should I have to prove my innocence just because of your accusations? That doesn't make sense."
In truth, Dakota had already begun to harbor doubts and worries. After all, she had deeply experienced the unfriendliness of Audrey and Camila.
Just then, Camila suddenly pointed at the bracelet on the table and exclaimed, "Hey! This is the same design as Audrey's necklace.
Before anyone could react to her words, Camila quickly picked up the bracelet and asked, "So? Whose is this? It's yours, isn't it?"
Dakota looked at the bracelet with a troubled expression. "I've just returned it to Mr. Josiah."
"It was yours, then," Camila uttered excitedly.
"I remember the necklace Josiah gave me. It came with a bracelet, too. Is this the one?" Audrey suddenly
asked.
When those words fell, the place immediately erupted in surprise.
Countless voices merged together into a single sentence.
"What? Did he give the main piece to Audrey and the complimentary piece to his girlfriend? No wonder Mr. Josiah always keeps her hidden. He must not think much of her." The spectators hadn't yet pieced together the more bizarre truth at that time. They merely assumed Josiah looked down on his girlfriend, so he would casually fob her off with anything.
It felt as if Dakota had been slapped in the face. Even though she had broken up with Josiah, she never wanted to bring up this issue for a quarrel. To her, it was a humiliation. Afterall, she had once treasured. this bracelet immensely.
Josiah stiffened, a pang of guilt washing over him despite his initial belief that he'd done nothing wrong. He wished he could turn back time. His heart was filled with anxiety, yet he didn't dare to look at Dakota Instead, he glared fiercely at Audrey and Camila. "Are you upset with Josiah and want to use my necklace to confront him? You could have just told me." Audrey said, feigning innocence.
"She's still a thief," Camila immediately said. "She probably felt that Josiah didn't value her enough, and in her anger, she took the necklace as revenge."
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After such a statement, it seemed that even if Dakota was Josiah's girlfriend, her stealing became somewhat excusable.
"Both of you, shut up!" Josiah lost his temper instantly, only to be scolded by Noah and Lorelei.
"How dare you speak to Audrey like that!" Noah defended Audrey.
"If your girlfriend has taken it, just give it back. We won't hold it against her," Lorelei said, her eyes full of displeasure toward Dakota.
Noah and Lorelei knew Josiah well. They thought he lost his temper out of embarrassment due to guilt. They couldn't think of anything else that would make Josiah feel guilty, so they naturally assumed that Dakota had taken something to cause a fuss with Josiah. Arguing between a boyfriend and girlfriend was not unusual, but what happened there was just out of line, ruining their wine tasting party.
Dakota's eyes turned red when she heard those words.
"Dad, Mom, don't you believe-
When Josiah was talking, Camila suddenly lunged forward, snatching Dakota's bag. With lightning speed, she turned it upside down and rummaged through it. Countless items tumbled out, and finally, a beautiful necklace fell to the ground. It had the same luster and material as the bracelet, immediately silencing the
room.
Josiah looked at the necklace in disbelief, then turned to Dakota with a somewhat bewildered expression.
Dakota stared blankly at the necklace. Even though she was mentally prepared, she still panicked for a moment. "It wasn't me. Someone has framed me," she said. At that moment, she abruptly looked up at Audrey. "It's you!"
Whispers had already begun to ripple through the crowd, but Dakota's sudden accusation had turned the tide of attention onto her. After all, no one would believe that Audrey would frame her with his own. necklace. It was simply too far-fetched.
Audrey sounded rather aggrieved when she said, "I don't blame you for taking the necklace to stir up trouble with Josiah, but you shouldn't slander me just because you got exposed."
Dakota didn't hold back anymore. "You've framed me! You took advantage of my distraction to slip something into my bag, framing me, because you...
The sudden turn of events had left Isabella utterly bewildered. However, as soon as she caught onto the crucial point, she immediately perked up with excitement. Come on! Spill it! Spill it! Even if everything goes to hell, let's take them all down! No one's getting off easy. However, Dakota didn't finish her sentence. She looked at Josiah, suddenly saying. "She framed me. Do you believe me
No! Why are you asking him to make a choice at this time? Didn't you stop being a hopeless romantic? Isabella wondered.
Most likely, everyone thought Dakota was pleading for her boyfriend to trust her
However, Alexander didn't see it that way.
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He believed that Dakota had a clear understanding of the situation. She knew that if she were to reveal such a scandalous relationship as an affair between Josiah and Audrey, she would need evidence. Otherwise, she would be heavily criticized, with people presuming she was making up a connection between the necklace and bracelet to evade guilt.
However, she couldn't possibly have any proof. Unless Josiah himself stepped forward to admit his past relationship with Audrey, there was a chance that Audrey could be setting someone up.
However, if Josiah were to do that, he would essentially shatter the harmony of the Hampton family. It was highly likely that Josiah wouldn't take, such action.
Dakota had long lost her trust in Josiah. She dared not gamble with him. Besides, she couldn't even vouch for herself in this matter.
The incident took place in the makeup room, a place devoid of surveillance cameras, making it almost impossible to prove anything. Even though Dakota insisted on her innocence, claiming she was framed, it might not have been enough to convict her. However, in the eyes of everyone, she was already guilty.
The simplest setup was also the most impossible to overcome.
After coming to grips with the harsh realities, she found herself in utter despair, realizing that her only hope was to rely on Josiah. She was adaptable and resilient, directly seeking Josiah's assistance.
That was why she asked Josiah that question.
If Josiah were to express trust in her, it would imply that he harbored doubts about Audrey's actions in his heart, which would naturally help her absolve herself. However, if Josiah were to not believe her, then there would be even less necessity for her to explain herself. However, Alexander suspected that Dakota was likely headed for disappointment.
With an expressionless face, Alexander lowered his head and busied himself with his phone.
Meanwhile, Josiah was taken aback by Dakota's question. He glanced at Audrey, only to find her eyes rimmed with red, a look of grievance etched on her face as she stared back at him, seemingly on the verge of speaking but holding back.
Josiah genuinely had no idea what the truth was. His hostility toward Audrey only stemmed from his distaste for his secrets being exposed.
Just then, Dakota was outright accusing Audrey of being a criminal. Hence, Josiah was utterly puzzled because he didn't know why Audrey would do such a thing.
The love of his past, the one who had deeply etched herself into his heart, could not possibly transform into a villain in his mind so abruptly. Therefore, he was instinctively inclined to believe in Audrey.
At the same time, however, Josiah had absolute faith in Dakota. There must be some misunderstanding here. Perhaps the necklace accidentally slipped in? This might even be Camila's doing! That's right. Camila appears quite
suspicious.
"Did you do this? You've been acting strange since the beginning. How could you find the necklace so precisely? Did you place it there yourself? You've been in the makeup room. It must have been you," Josiah didn't answer Dakota's question. He simply chose to question Camila.
This showed that he not only trusted Audrey but also had faith in Dakota.
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However, his response not only caused Camila to kick up a fuss, but even the nearby Dakota let out a soft. cold chuckle, saying. "In that case, let's call the police. I'm willing to prove my innocence to them."
The crowd erupted once again, taken aback by the escalating situation. Is it a case of genuine innocence, or is it sheer stubbornness in refusing to admit the crime?
Suddenly, Roland coughed lightly, preparing to stand up. After all, he was a police and was officially on dury. He was quite intrigued by this matter as well.
However, Dakota's suggestion was rejected. Noah and Lorelei stepped in and said, "There's no need to call the police. We won't pursue it any further. After all, we've found the necklace. That's it. Josiah, have a good talk with your girlfriend."
Josiah hesitated for a moment, also feeling that airing their family matters in a police station was rather unseemly. Seeing Roland about to stand up from the corner of his eye, he held him back by the shoulder. In the end, he turned to Dakota with an exasperated look and said, "Forget it. I trust you. Let's stop this fuss. Later, we'll talk to my parents. They'll also believe you."
Tears nearly escaped from Dakota's eyes. "So, everyone present will believe in my innocence? Can you assure me that if this gets out, I will still be seen as innocent?"
Josiah felt as if he had been exposed. His face immediately turned sour. "Isn't it enough that I believe in you? I can assure you of a worry-free life in the future. However, if you keep causing a fuss, are you certain you can prove yourself? Don't end up digging your own grave."
Josiah was indeed worried about such a situation escalating. If Dakota were to fail to prove her innocence, she would have a criminal record. Hence, he thought it was better to leave things be
Seeing the situation, Isabella thought, How ridiculous! You make it sound so noble, but all you want is to sacrifice the weakest link for harmony. After all, Dakota is considered the lowest in your eyes. As expected, Josiah, you truly look down on Dakota. You're even worse than I thought. D*mn it! Isn't Roland a police? Do something! The others... Well they're all Josiah's friends, with all sorts of connections between their families and old acquaintances. Friends always have double standards. I can't expect them to stab a friend in the back for a stranger.
Upon hearing Josiah's words, Dakota simply couldn't hold back her tears.
Dakota knew that if this matter were simply glossed over, her reputation would be ruined. Well, no one can help me now. I can't expect a miracle to appear out of nowhere, can I?
After all, she didn't know anyone there. Suddenly, an image of Isabella assisting numerous female artists. on the entertainment stage flashed through her mind, along with the recent help she had provided. Yet, Dakota was hesitant. Wouldn't it be pointless to seek help from Ms. Jeannet? After all, there is truly no solution to
this matter.
Isabella was disheartened because her status inevitably prevented her from addressing the issue between -the parties involved, as she had no evidence to support her claims.
Unable to resist, she glanced at Alexander twice, but she also felt it was unreasonable to ask him to expose his own buddy. Moreover, this issue was not one that could be resolved simply by exposure. Alexander noticed the look in Isabella's eyes and turned his head to look at her. "What's the matter?"
Isabella pursed his lips, feeling a bit sulky.
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Suddenly, Alexander flashed a smile, reaching out to gently pinch Isabella's delicate chin. Isabella was taken aback, looking at Alexander in disbelief. Is he flirting with me at a time like this? Alexander froze momentarily before pinching Isabella's chin dotingly and turning her head to one side. Over there was a large screen that originally displayed various wine promotional videos. Suddenly, the scene shifted, and a voice echoed out.
"What is this necklace?"
In an instant, everyone's gaze shifted toward the big screen.
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