Once Bitten, Twice Shy

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

The crowd all took out their phones and started taking pictures or even recording the scene.

Nonetheless, Samantha knew that it would be inappropriate for her to cause a scene. Otherwise, she would only embarrass herself and might end up on the trending search on the internet or news headlines again.

“Alright. I’ll cooperate with your investigation, and I believe that you’ll prove my innocence.”

After she said that, Samantha let the police lead her away.

As Penelope’s wish to see Samantha be shrewish and make a scene was not fulfilled, she felt somewhat indignant. She hatefully complained, “Mommy, do you think that b*tch is really unafraid, or is she just acting?”

Penelope could still recall how ugly Sheena was when she was captured by the police last time. Why was Samantha so calm? It was as if she was going on a trip.

Violet was also surprised at Samantha’s composure. After all, she was still a young lady. It was impossible that she would not panic when such a thing happened to her.

Nonetheless, Violet felt that Samantha was just bluffing. It did not matter if she were not, as destroying such a lady like Samantha was as easy as pie for her.

Then, Violet patted Penelope’s hand and comforted her, “Relax. I’ve given an order earlier on. When she’s inside, someone will take great care of her.”

Penelope understood what Violet meant, and she immediately beamed. “Mommy, you’re so amazing! I really admire you so much!”

“This is nothing.” Even though Violet said that, she was still enjoying her daughter’s praises. Soon, her arrogance became more prominent. “The best part of the show is coming next.”

“Mommy, are you saying you’ll let me marry Timmy and become the madam of the Barker household?” Penelope’s eyes instantly lit up, and she sounded very excited.

Violet confidently nodded. “I’ve vented your anger, so stop obsessing over the insignificant Samantha!”

“Of course!” Penelope hugged Violet and said, “Once I marry Timmy, Samantha won’t even qualify to be my servant!”

…

In the interrogation room.

After Samantha truthfully explained the situation, it was time for the police’s questioning. 

“Did you steal the thousand-year ginseng?” The policeman’s attitude was somewhat neutral.

Samantha affirmed, “I didn’t.”

“Then why was the thousand-year ginseng found in your bag?”

Samantha could not help but chuckle. “Shouldn’t you be the one investigating this? To convict someone, you’ll need physical evidence as well as a witness’s testimony. You have the physical evidence, but what about the witness?”

Then, Samantha casually took a sip of water and continued, “Did anyone see that I put the thousand-year ginseng in my bag?”

The policeman was left with no words. He had never seen a thief so courageous.

Nevertheless, he quickly regained his senses and informed Samantha, “We’ve sent someone to check the surveillance, and we’ll know the result soon. When that happens, I’d like to see how stubborn you still are!”

About ten minutes later, someone knocked on the door, and then another policeman walked in.

He notified them of the finding of the surveillance, “We’ve checked the store’s surveillance. Unfortunately, the corner is a blind angle for the surveillance, so it did not capture the thief in action.”

The answer did not surprise Samantha. Since Penelope and Violet had planned such a thing, they would be prepared for everything. It was impossible that they would let her off so easily, and this was not child’s play anymore.

Funnily, Samantha was just curious why an elegant woman like Violet would have such an arrogant daughter like Penelope. It seemed that it was all an illusion. After all, like mother, like daughter.

The policeman slapped the table. “No wonder you’re not afraid. You’ve found a blind spot earlier, so you weren’t captured in the act! Do you think you can escape the long arms of the law? I’m asking you for the last time. Did you steal the thousand-year ginseng? If you admit it now, we can still consider that you cooperate with us with good manners, and you’ll be given a lighter sentence. However, if you still refuse to admit it, then your crime will be serious!”

If Samantha really admitted it, then she would be in bigger trouble.

Samantha uttered word by word, “I’m also answering for the last time. I didn’t steal anything!”

“Fine. Since you’re refusing to acknowledge your mistake, we’ll hold you in custody. You’d better reflect on your actions!”

Hold in custody? Under normal circumstances, one could be released by bail if the evidence was not sufficient, yet now they wanted to hold her in custody.

It appeared that Violet’s deadly strike was this.

Once she entered the detention facility, she would have nowhere to turn, and they would be able to trample on her as they wished.

No. Samantha could not let things slide.

Of course, Samantha did not foolishly request bail. Instead, she bit her lower lip and showed a pitiful face. “Sir, I have no objection to how you’re handling things, but can I call my family? My grandmother is still waiting for me at home for dinner. She’s old, and if she can’t contact me, she’ll be really worried.”

“If you know that your family will be worried, then you should not steal!” The policeman reprimanded her, but he did not refuse her request.

“I’ll give you five minutes. You’d better be quick!”

“Thank you, sir!”

Samantha took the phone that the policeman passed to her, and she immediately called Rochelle.

However, Rochelle was not picking up her calls. Even after a few dials, the phone hung up automatically. Samantha was unsure what she was busy with.

Hence, Samantha had no choice but to leave Rochelle a voice message first.

She wondered when Rochelle would see that message. If she went on a business trip again, then she would not be able to save Samantha! 

Thus, Samantha had to have two strings to one’s bow! 

Samantha kept thinking, but besides Rochelle, there was only Nancy… 

Samantha did not want Nancy to worry about her, and if she found out, she would only make Timothy handle it. Of course, when that happened, Timothy would probably think that Samantha was using Nancy to get his help!

If that was the case, the only person that Samantha could turn to was Timothy.

Even though they had an agreement, it was only for acting in front of Nancy. If Nancy was not around, Timothy might not even care about Samantha’s life.

Perhaps he would even celebrate and clap when he saw her in trouble.

As Samantha was still hesitating, the policeman suddenly opened the door and reminded her, “You only have one minute left. You should wrap up whatever you’re talking about!”

Time was ticking! She could only try her luck!

Then, Samantha took a deep breath and quickly typed the number that she had memorized by heart.

Beep… Beep… Beep…

The sound rang in her ear, and her heart was ineffably beating faster too.

Thankfully, just before the call went into voicemail, the other party picked up. “Hello?”

It was not Timothy. Samantha frowned and asked, “Are you Mr. Crawford?”

“Yes, I am. You must be Ms. Larsson.” Ronald could tell that it was her voice.

“Are you looking for Mr. Barker? Unfortunately, he’s in a meeting right now, and it’s inconvenient for him to answer your call. May I know if it’s urgent?”

Samantha was in a hurry, so she simply explained her situation to Ronald.

“Mr. Crawford, please pass my message to Timothy.. Thank you!”