Chapter 23

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&#lt;p&#gt; Evidence
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Ma’am, we’re just going to bring her in for questioning.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“I don’t think that’s necessary. All she does is cause problems.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;I really can’t stand Sophie.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“You should go back to the class, Mrs. Fletcher,” uttered Sophie coldly.
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&#lt;p&#gt;She’s not even qualified to become a teacher.
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&#lt;p&#gt;As she followed the police officers downstairs, Willow was coincidentally ascending the stairs, but
Sophie did not even bother to glance at her.
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&#lt;p&#gt;However, Willow halted her steps, a frown on her face.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Just what exactly did Sophie do that the police are here for her?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Don’t know.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Willow could not bear to listen to the students’ gossips.
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&#lt;p&#gt;If the news of Sophie being arrested spread around, will Grandpa still give her the shares?
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&#lt;p&#gt;Bearing that thought in mind, she quickly gave Charmaine a call.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Mom, the police took Sophie in from the school. I don’t know for what. Just wanted to inform you in
case you and Grandpa want to check on her.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;On the other side, Charmaine was enraged after she received the news.&#lt;/p&#gt;
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&#lt;p&#gt;That darned Sophie! Why didn’t she just die in Horington! Is it not enough for her to embarrass us five
years ago? Why is she still causing trouble!
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&#lt;p&#gt;Josiah seemed to take notice of her fury as he queried, “What’s wrong?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Dad, Sophie is arrested. I don’t know what happened, but I’ll go to the police station now.” No matter
what, she’s still a Tanner. I can’t neglect her.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“What?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Don’t worry, Dad. I’ll go check on her.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Wait, I’ll go with you.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;On the flip side, Sophie could not help but sneer upon noticing Queenie at the police station.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Hmm. How dare she continue with her act here? Seems like what I did to her is not enough.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Do you know who she is?” asked an officer to Sophie.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Yes.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Have a look at this statement. Do you have anything to say regarding Ms. Queenie’s charges?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Queenie smirked. Let’s see how you’ll remain smug this time, Sophie.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Glancing at Queenie, Sophie still seemed smug.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Yes,” the latter responded nonchalantly.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“What is it?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“I am indeed the one who broke her nose.”&#lt;/p&#gt;
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&#lt;p&#gt;Just as she said that, Charmaine walked in, and the latter was infuriated.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Sophie, I shouldn’t have let you return to Jipsdale!” she hollered. Why do I have a daughter like her?
All she does is get into trouble!
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&#lt;p&#gt;At this time, Queenie’s mother also arrived.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Since the Lane family had some sort of business in Jipsdale, Queenie’s mother could not bear to see
her daughter in this state.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Why are you so evil at such a young age? What did my Queenie do to you that you did this to her?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Seeing her mother, Queenie ran into her embrace.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Mom, I’m scared. I don’t want to go to school anymore.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Don’t be scared, Queenie. I believe the police will help us,” replied Cynthia Lane, Queenie’s mother.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“We’re at fault here, so if you need anything, we’ll surely give it to you,” said Charmaine. This matter
can’t travel out. Otherwise, our family will be embarrassed once again.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Really? Then break your daughter’s nose. Our family doesn’t need any more money.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“We’re really sorry, Mrs. Lane. Sophie’s still young. Please let her off the hook this time. What are you
waiting for, Sophie? Apologize!”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Seeing Charmaine behaving like this, Josiah spoke up. “Hold on.” Why is she blaming Sophie when
she doesn’t know the full story yet?
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Dad, you don’t have to get involved in this. I’ll handle it.” Knowing Josiah’s temper, Charmaine was
afraid that he would make things worse.&#lt;/p&#gt;
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Get to the side, Charmaine.” Josiah did not wish to continue watching Charmaine slandering his
granddaughter like this.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Dad—”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Grandpa, it’s okay. Trust me. I’ll get this dealt with.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;How would a kid like her deal with this matter? ”Soph—”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Dad, let’s just use money to resolve this issue.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Money? Do you think our family lacks money? Officer, you’ve seen so yourself how this family
behaves. I’ve had enough. I’m not going to accept anything they offer. I want to press charges against
her.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Hearing that, Charmaine panicked. “You better shut the hell up, Sophie.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Mrs. Tanner, my problem has nothing to do with you. Please go home.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Why would someone who doesn’t even listen to me help me, anyway?
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Queenie, I did hit you,” Sophie stated.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Her words rendered everyone else speechless. Why does she look proud of it?
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&#lt;p&#gt;“But that’s only because you deserved it. You told everyone I broke your nose. Why don’t you tell them
why I did it?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Are you trying to justify yourself? What kind of behavior is this? You’re already eighteen. You have to
bear the consequences of your own actions,” retorted Cynthia.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Why did Sophie hit you?” questioned Josiah, siding with Sophie.&#lt;/p&#gt;
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&#lt;p&#gt;“How would I know why you hit me, Sophie? Didn’t you get expelled from the school in Horington
because of fighting? You, of all people, should know what kind of person you are.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;I’m sure she doesn’t have any proof that I kidnapped Ysabelle.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Hmm, seems you still refuse to give up.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;With that, Sophie fished out her phone, giving a recording to the police officer.
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&#lt;p&#gt;When the officer pressed play, the voice of Queenie threatening Sophie was heard.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Instantly, Queenie’s face went pale, as she did not expect Sophie would record the phone call.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Simultaneously, Cynthia stared at her daughter in disbelief.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“I rescued my friend while Queenie kidnapped and hurt her. I suppose the police know who’s right and
who’s wrong here.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Mom, I didn’t.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;After that, Sophie handed a flash drive to the police officer.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“The evidence is all there.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;The officer did not imagine the matter to take such a drastic turn.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Queenie, if you have anything to say, just tell the officer. I’ll not be accepting any offer from you as
well.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;When the officer confirmed the evidence, the way he treated Sophie changed.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“I apologize, Ms. Tanner.”&#lt;/p&#gt;
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&#lt;p&#gt;“It’s all right. Queenie, if you have any questions, you can speak to my lawyer,” said Sophie as she
gave Queenie a name card.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Turning to the officer, Sophie asked politely, “If there’s nothing else, may I take my leave?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Yes. Thank you for your cooperation, Ms. Tanner.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Approaching her grandfather, Sophie supported him. “Let me send you home, Grandpa.”
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Thank you, officers,” uttered Josiah.
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&#lt;p&#gt;Meanwhile, Queenie was on the verge of tears. “What are we going to do, Mom?”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Cynthia gave her daughter a slap.
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Queenie, are you stupid! How could you act as if you were in the right when you were the one at fault!”
There’s even evidence!
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&#lt;p&#gt;“Isn’t Uncle Jason a lawyer, Mom? I don’t want to go to jail!”
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&#lt;p&#gt;Uncle Jason is extremely famous in his field. It’s still uncertain who’ll end up in jail.&#lt;/p&#gt;
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