Carson : The Great Guardian

Chapter 108

"You poor thing," taunted the boutique owner in a tone full of contempt.

Paula felt a burning anger. "I told you that it was all a misunderstanding. My niece has admitted that it was her doing. She was just joking, but she went too far. So, stop accusing us of being thieves again," she said in a frustrated tone.

The boutique owner was undeterred. "I didn't hear it directly. You could be lying. Just admit it, and it's over."

Paula replied with firmness, "Admit? We won't. We didn't do what we're accused of and won't bow to these baseless accusations."

She and the boutique owner looked at each other with fierce glares, clearly disliking each other. The atmosphere of the place became increasingly tense, filled with an unease that was clearly felt in the air. The once bustling room was now gloomy, overwhelmed by the tension that affected every corner of it. Standing between them, Carson tried to neutralize the tension with a deep breath and a calm gaze.

The boutique owner sneered, "If you