Cecy's eagerness to set Theodora up evaporated when she caught Fiona's panicked, evasive gaze.
Theodora's voice was cold, cutting through the tension. "And I'll be calling the police. If my fingerprints aren't found on that dress, I'll sue you both for defamation."
Fiona's face went pale as a sheet, her lips trembling.
She hadn't expected Theodora to suggest fingerprint analysis.
The truth was that Theodora hadn't even touched the damaged part of the dress.
Fiona had done it herself.
If the results came out, she'd face not only legal action but utter humiliation.
"Miss, if you don't want to compensate, it's fine. Our store won't force you," Fiona stammered, trying to sound composed. "I'll find a way to pay for the dress myself."
Theodora's smile was icy. "Scared now? Sorry, but I i
