When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 644

Mrs. Waverly, who had seen through the little trick, spoke calmly. "Ms. Langston, since you're willing to have your bag inspected, why don't you give it to me? I will ensure everyone gets a fair explanation."

But Lemira kept her gaze fixed on Mrs. Waverly. "Does that mean you agree, Mrs. Waverly? If I'm innocent, Ms. Susanna Sinclair will have to publicly apologize for her slander?"

Mrs. Waverly's hand faltered for a second. This Lemira was far too aggressive.

Seeing the standoff, Asher spoke up. "Lemira, you're being so disrespectful. Mrs. Waverly is offering to check your bag for you to save you some face."

"That's right, Lemmy. By hesitating and making demands, you're only making yourself look more suspicious."

Evelina, in her typically manipulative way, added fuel to the fire. Today, she was determined to see Lemira humiliated. Then Asher would surely stop caring about her.

What a relief that would be.

Evander was even more direct, shouting, "Lemira, you used to steal things at home when you were a kid, and now you're stealing at a party! You've brought shame upon the entire Langston family!"

His words stunned the surrounding crowd.

Lemira looked at Evander, a flash of shock in her eyes. She never thought Evander would stab her in the back like this.

Asher turned and scolded Evander. "Are you crazy? Lemira never stole anything when she was a child."

Even though he disliked Lemira, how could he let him spread such lies?

But Evander didn't care. He strode forward and snatched the clutch from Lemira's hand. "Lemira, you're just being stubborn. Let's see if you have stolen goods in your bag!"

Evander unzipped the clutch and pulled out a vibrant green bracelet.

He looked almost thrilled as he held it high for everyone to see. "Lemira, you still deny stealing? Here's the proof! What else do you have to say for yourself?"

The crowd gasped.

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