CHAPTER 182
Lily’s mind raced with a thousand thoughts. She glanced up at Robert, her voice barely a whisper. “Do you really have it?” she asked, her words laced with equal parts hope and doubt.

Suddenly, Robert’s voice boomed, cutting through the chaos, silencing everyone in the room. “I *have proof!*” he repeated, louder this time, the firmness in his voice commanding attention.

A heavy silence followed his words, the tension in the room palpable. All eyes were now on Robert. Even Derek, who had been gloating just seconds earlier, now faltered slightly, though his smirk remained.

Lily’s heart raced faster, her hope rekindled. Could this be it? Could Robert really have what she needed to finally prove her innocence?

Mr. Hartley’s eyes narrowed, still skeptical, but curiosity flickered behind his stern exterior. “What proof are you talking about?” he demanded, his voice edged with doubt.

Robert met his gaze steadily. "Proof of the transaction. The one Derek made under Lily’s name.”

The air grew h
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