Turning her gaze to the gathered crowd, she expressed, "I deeply appreciate your support for Xavier Jewelers. But your safety and well-being come first. It's clear Aurora Jewelers sees us as a threat, but I don't want any of you to suffer on our behalf."

The crowd seemed moved by her words, chanting in unison, “You're such a gracious soul, Evelyn. We stand by you."

"Today, none of us will patronize Aurora Jewelers!"

Although Evelyn portrayed concern on her face, a fleeting, challenging glint in her eyes was directed at Lilah.

Aurora Jewelers’ employees were visibly irate.

“Do you all not see how you're being manipulated?" one exclaimed, shaking with fury.

His words, however, only seemed to anger the crowd further. The escalating tensions were abruptly interrupted by cries of, "The police are here!"

"Unbelievable! Lilah actually called them in!"

"This is too cruel!"

As the police began to apprehend those causing disturbances, the reality of potential incarceration and fines struck them. Their intent was to advocate for justice, not to land behind bars.

In the midst of this chaos, Evelyn's facade of calm wavered. She had not anticipated Lilah's bold move. Approaching Lilah hurriedly, she pleaded, "This is on me, Lilah. Any grievances you have, direct them at me, not these innocent supporters."

“Innocent?” Lilah retorted. “Harassing my staff without understanding the full picture, causing a ruckus that halts our business operations-is that your definition of innocence?"

Evelyn tried to justify, "Their intentions were pure."

With a sardonic smile, Lilah responded, "You might deceive others, Evelyn, but don't delude yourself. You're fully aware of the real story."

She then addressed the crowd, saying, “Your idea of justice seems more like an outlet for personal frustrations than actual righteousness."

Her statement left many speechless. Yet some persisted, shouting, “Your treatment of the weak is detestable! You may be thriving now, but with such morals, Aurora Jewelers is destined for downfall!"

Lilah coolly replied, "If I were truly the oppressor here, wouldn't I be the one facing the law rather than you?"

“Humph, it's undoubtedly your exceptional skills that have led us to this juncture. Even if the authorities remain in the dark, it's quite apparent to us that you play a pivotal role in this matter," remarked another individual.

“Okay. Lilah retrieved her smartphone, elegantly unlocking the screen. “Are you not the embodiment of righteousness? Why don't you activate your mobile device and acquaint yourself with the truth?"

A collective bewilderment filled the room, yet they reached for their mobile phones, refraining from further queries as they promptly accessed the most recent police report.

“Subsequent to our thorough investigation, Elton revealed the veracity. Aurora Jewelers was not involved in any nefarious schemes.

He received his orders from an enigmatic woman, who enticed him with the promise of a substantial sum of money in return for compliance.

Our inquiry has unveiled the true culprit, Helena Schmidt, an assistant to the CEO of Xavier Jewelers. She now finds herself in custody."

"Fuck!"