Chapter 519

Hailey shot a sharp glance at the Tate family members, whose faces were drained of color. Pointing straight at Carly, she exclaimed, "Mr. Alvarez, Carly is a fraud!" Robin stepped forward. "Mr. Alvarez, the most important thing right now is holding Carly accountable." Carly's face turned pale. "Adam… Please, just hear me out…" Adam's gaze was cold and unyielding. "Fine. You have one chance. Tell me—why did you pretend to be Celine? Why did you steal her emerald necklace? Why have you been deceiving me all these years? Choose your words carefully. If your answer doesn't satisfy me, your entire family will bear the consequences." A wave of fear washed over the Tate family. Sonia's knees buckled, and she nearly collapsed. They couldn't afford to go down with Carly. In desperation, Carly lunged forward, clutching Adam's sleeve. "Adam, I'm sorry! I was wrong! Yes, I pretended to be Celine, but I only did it because I love you! I love you so much. That's why I—" Before she could finis