Woman 30: I regained my life after divorce

The pen holder is clearly not a cheap item; the engraved patterns on it are extremely clear, and the overall appearance is very exquisite.

The old butler recalled the description of the pen holder, saying it was an old item from a bygone era, and if it were auctioned, it could potentially fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Liu Ling didn't care how much the pen holder cost; she only knew that she had to explain herself now, otherwise, once the matter was settled, her suspicion would only grow stronger.

"There must be something wrong here. I've really been framed!"

"Butler, you have to believe me. Don't you know what kind of person I, Liu Ling, am?"

“Since I joined this family, I have been doing my job very well every day. I really want to stay here for a long time.”

Liu Ling kept shouting, her eyes fixed on the old housekeeper.

Here, Wang Ma had absolutely no decision-making power, and Liu Ling knew that it was useless for her to talk to Wang Ma.

The old housekeeper was equally puzzled; given Liu Ling's personality, she certainly wouldn't keep important things in her room.

The other stolen items must have been sold off by Liu Ling long ago, so why is a pen holder appearing now?

The old housekeeper's eyes glanced at Wang Ma, who was standing to the side, his gaze full of scrutiny.

Was Wang Ma also involved in the theft?

Wang Ma realized that the old housekeeper had become suspicious of her, so she quickly stepped forward to deflect the blame.

"I found this pen holder in the innermost part under the bed. I guess it's been there for more than just a day or two."

After saying that, Wang Ma turned to Liu Ling and spoke.

"Sister Liu, what's wrong with you? I remember the pen holder belongs to Madam, why is it in your room at this time?"

Liu Ling opened her eyes wide and looked at Wang Ma in disbelief.

Just moments ago, Liu Ling was feeling grateful and comforted that Wang Ma had spoken up for her, but now her hatred for Wang Ma intensified.

With her eyes glaring angrily, Liu Ling raised her hand, pointed her finger at Wang Ma rudely, and said resentfully.

"This must be your doing! I'm sure there's nothing suspicious in my room!"

"Why did you search my room? There's suddenly a pen holder in my room! Haha, Wang Dan, all that kindness I used to have to you!"

"You framed me! I was so blind to treat you like a friend!"

Liu Ling was furious, and her gaze towards Wang Ma turned hostile.

The pen holder was placed in Wang Ma's wardrobe by Liu Ling herself. If it suddenly appeared under Liu Ling's bed, it must have been moved by Wang Ma.

"It's all your fault!"

Liu Ling completely lost her temper and loudly questioned Wang Ma.

If it weren't for the old housekeeper standing between them, Liu Ling might have actually attacked Wang Ma.

When faced with Liu Ling's accusations, Wang Ma showed no fear whatsoever; instead, a hint of mockery appeared in her eyes.

"Sister Liu, I consider you a friend. You are probably the one who knows best what you have done."

"I was the one who recommended you to Madam; I trusted you so much back then..."

"How could you steal? This pen holder is the evidence. Sister Liu, don't try to deny it."

Wang Ma looked at Liu Ling with a tearful expression, feeling wronged.

This behavior further enraged Liu Ling, causing her anger to explode.

"You bitch! What nonsense are you spouting? I, Liu Ling, have never offended you! Why are you framing me like this?"

Liu Ling absolutely refused to admit it, but she couldn't explain why the pen holder was under his bed.

If she tells the truth, Liu Ling will never be able to shake off her identity as a thief.

At this point, Liu Ling could only pin all the blame on Wang Ma.

Wang Ma has lived half her life, and her good personality doesn't mean she can be bullied at will.

Ever since Liu Ling started working in this household, Wang Ma has been dissatisfied with her. The pen holder appearing out of nowhere in her wardrobe made Wang Ma lose all expectations of Liu Ling.

All the previous goodwill was destroyed by Liu Ling herself.

"Sister Liu, it's no use raising your voice. Please keep it down. Madam and young master are still resting upstairs. Your loud noise is disturbing them."

Wang Ma said indifferently, completely unconcerned about Liu Ling's accusations against him.

Only then did the old butler step forward and stop the two from arguing any further.

"Stop! You two women, how old are you? Why are you arguing like children?"

“Let’s go to the living room and meet up. I’ll call Madam down now and see what she thinks.”

The old housekeeper knew very well who the thief was, but since the pen holder had unexpectedly appeared in Liu Ling's room today, he had no choice but to investigate the matter.

Whether or not the person needs to be handed over to the police is a decision that Zhou Xinyao needs to make.

Liu Ling and Wang Ma followed behind the old housekeeper, their faces devoid of smiles.

Since we've already fallen out, there's no need to pretend to be sisters anymore.

After leading the people to the living room, the old butler turned to the two of them and said...

"You all stay here quietly, I'm going upstairs to find Madam."

Liu Ling and Wang Ma nodded at the same time, but did not speak.

The old housekeeper took the pen holder and walked towards Zhou Xinyao's room, which was also part of the old housekeeper's plan.

The reason the two were brought to the living room was because a camera was installed there, giving Liu Ling and Wang Ma some space to be alone. The old housekeeper also wanted to hear what the two would talk about.

Liu Ling is definitely a thief, there's no doubt about it. As for whether Wang Ma is Liu Ling's accomplice, that still needs further verification.

As expected, things unfolded as the old housekeeper left. Liu Ling and Wang Ma simultaneously dropped their pretenses and looked at each other face to face.

"Wang Dan, what's wrong with you? Why did you leave your pen holder here?"

Liu Ling immediately began to interrogate Wang Ma.

Upon hearing Liu Ling's words, Wang Ma looked surprised and asked in confusion.

"What pen holder? I have no idea what you're talking about. This was found in your room, how did you come to say that I took it to your room?"

"Sister Liu, you should have a conscience. Don't make false accusations against me."

Liu Ling was shocked that Wang Ma would dare to talk back to her like that. Her chest heaved with anger, and her body trembled uncontrollably.

"You, you, you! Wang Dan, I think I only met you on the very first day!"

In Liu Ling's eyes, Wang Ma had always been a timid and submissive woman.

Even now, the preconceived image that remained in Liu Ling's mind has been completely overturned.

"Wang Dan, we'll see! In front of Madam, I want to see whether she trusts you or me!"