Bella's POV
I watched Genevieve's face drain of color as she spotted me approaching with the patrol officers. Terror flickered in her eyes.
One officer stepped forward, bowing respectfully to Richard. "Your Highness, we received reports of theft from your estate's storage facilities. We're here to conduct an investigation."
Richard's complexion went ashen as he looked at the officer, then his gaze found mine. I kept my expression neutral, allowing just the slightest hint of a smile to play at the corners of my mouth.
I could practically see the wheels turning in his head.
He'd figured it out - I was the one who'd brought them here.
I'd reported the theft myself.
Fury blazed behind his eyes, but he managed to force out what passed for a smile. "There's been a misunderstanding. Bella jumped to conclusions before getting the full story. Nothing's actually missing from the estate."
