The Captain of the Guard's voice was still echoing off the gilded moldings of the Emerald Palace. "I found it!"
The word "it" hung in the air like a guillotine blade. In the world of the Hidden Families, "it" didn't just refer to a piece of jewelry; it referred to a death sentence for a reputation.
The younger guests, who had been secretly livestreaming the tension in hushed tones, turned their cameras toward the Captain's hand.
Madam Su didn't even try to hide her smirk anymore. She stood tall, her chin tilted at a triumphant angle. "There you have it," she announced, her voice carrying a sharp, metallic edge. "Evidence doesn't lie. Young Master Yang, I hope you see now what kind of woman you've brought into our circle. A thief remains a thief, no matter how much silk you wrap her in."
