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    Sadie gazed down at him with a look of disdain.


    “People often say that the deepest betrayals are thosemitted by the ones we trust the most.”


    As she spoke, Pierre’splexion turned a shade paler. He found himself unable to meet her eyes, his gaze darting about restlessly. “There are only two keys to the safe that housed the Cardi Pink Diamond; one is with me, and the other with you. Could there be any exnation other than you having taken it?”


    At this revtion, despair washed over Pierre; he had beenpletely unaware of that fact.


    Without giving him a chance to recover, Sadie continued, “I’ve had a detective check your financial activities. Just before the pink diamond went missing, your ount showed several mysterious transactions.” Sadie remainedposed. She had predicted such a scenario, though she hadn’t expected Pierre to be involved.


    At that moment, two police officers in uniform entered the banquet hall and made their way straight toward her.


    Pierre’s eyes grew wide with rm as he looked at Sadie, his voice trembling. “Did you call the police on me?”


    Sadie offered no reply, merely regarding him with a look thatcked any semnce of sympathy.


    Upon reaching Sadie, the officers shed their badges and one addressed her. “Miss Hudson, we’re here about a theft report.”


    “Yes,” Sadie responded with tranquility. “He’s the perpetrator.”


    The officers didn’t hesitate, swiftly handcuffing Pierre.


    As they escorted him away, Pierre shouted loudly, “I’m innocent! This is a setup!”


    His objections and attempts to resist were futile, easily subdued as he was taken out of the room.


    After themotion settled, Sadie gracefully returned to the mingling crowd, her demeanor calm and undisturbed. The sound of clinking sses and ongoing conversations filled the air around her.


    Sadie lingered by the champagne tower, holding a ss of champagne without taking a sip.


    Leanna moved through the crowd to approach her.


    “Sadie, why are you standing here all by yourself? I’ve been searching for you everywhere,” Leanna said, her voice warm and concerned.


    Looking up, Sadie managed a strained smile. “I’ve just been dealing with some personal issues. I didn’t mean to cause you concern.”


    Leanna touched Sadie’s hand reassuringly. “I’m aware of the challenges you’ve facedtely.”


    Sadie lowered her gaze, choosing to remain silent.


    With a sigh, Leanna reached into her stylish handbag and retrieved a business card, handing it to Sadie.


    “An old friend of mine just returned from overseas. She works with apany even more renowned than the Lawrence Group. It might be a good move for you to secure a deal with them if you’re looking to make a significant impact.”


    Sadie took the card from Leanna.


    With a grave expression, Leanna continued, “Sadie, your talent is truly exceptional. All you need is the right opportunity. Remember, chances like this are rare—make sure you seize it.”


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