Chapter 928

Romello frowned, his eyes burning with anger as he raised the paddle, ready to strike at Gabrielle. "Hey, hey! Calm down! That's going to hurt! Don't hit me!" Gabrielle quickly shielded herself with her arms and, taking advantage of his hesitation, lunged at him, grabbing onto his thigh and sobbing. "Romello, you know me, I'm usually so well-behaved. If I've done something wrong, you have to let me know what it is," she pleaded, tears shimmering from Romello's intimidating demeanor. Reluctantly, Romello lowered the paddle, his voice cold as he continued, "Gabrielle, have you forgotten our family's principal? Why are you stealing now?" Gabrielle clung tighter to his leg, looking up at him with a puzzled expression. "Romello, what are you talking about? You suspect me of stealing the crystal earrings? How could I? I'm the heiress of the prestigious Nicholls family! I've seen all kinds of luxury jewelry. I would never steal, especially not from Sheena. It's impossible!" Rome