Chapter 32
Chapter 32:
“Okay, then call the cops to come investigate.” Annabel’s face was void of any expression.
She hadn’t touched the diamond ring, so she was sure her fingerprints weren’t on it. She was certain she would be vindicated after the forensic test.
“Rupert, what do you think?” Brock looked at Rupert questioningly. He wanted the young man’s opinion since he was engaged to the accused.
Rupert agreed by making a phone call to the police chief, who arrived at the banquet hall with members of the forensic department in a matter of minutes.
“Good evening, Mr. Benton. This is the best forensic expert in the force,” the chief said respectfully, pushing the expert forward.
The forensic expert got down to business. Shortly after, he returned to the crowd, cleared his throat, and declared, “The forensic test shows that Annabel Hewitt’s fingerprints are on this ring p>
Annabel’s heart skipped a beat. Her fingerprints were on the ring! How was that possible? She had never touched it.
Since Rupert had called the cops himself, there was no way the forensic expert was bribed by Heather. It stood to reason that she had gotten Annabel’s fingerprints somehow. But how?
“Annabel, now that it has been proven that you stole the ring, what else do you have to say?” A complacent smile appeared on Heather’s face.
“Officer, she stole my ring. Please arrest her so she can face the law!” Heather pointed at Annabel.
“Annabel, did you really steal it?” Rupert asked.
He could feel in his gut that there was more to this than met the eye. Although he had only known her for a few days, he didn’t think she was a thief.
“Of course not.” Annabel was still calm.
“You heard the forensic expert. Your fingerprints are on the ring! Why are you still denying it?” Heather glared at Annabel.
“Rupert, why are you still giving her the benefit of the doubt? The Benton family despises thieves. You deserve someone better than her!” Cathy uttered, adding insult to injury.
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“Miss Hewitt, you have to come with us and cooperate with us during the investigation,” the chief officer stepped forward.
All the evidence was against Annabel. She was the prime suspect, so the police officers couldn’t let her go scot-free. They would interrogate her and conduct an investigation before deciding on her case.
“No, thanks. I can prove that I have never touched this ring here and now,” Annabel said, taking a step back from the officer.
Her voice wasn’t loud, but it was firm and carried through the room.
“Prove it? What else is there to prove? You are the thief, Annabel. Own up to it!” Heather raised her voice and couldn’t hide the annoyance on her face.
Everyone, except Rupert, now believed beyond any doubt that Annabel was guilty of the accusation. They gave her disgusted looks. It seemed like there was no way out for her now.
Heather was confident that Annabel would end up in jail. She was already celebrating in her mind.
“Sorry to burst your bubble, but I have a way to prove it.” A smirk appeared at the corners of Annabel’s mouth.
She turned to the chief beside her and said, “Please give me the ring p>