Jonathan understood Amelia's fragile nature.

If she suspected the truth, she would immediately think Evelyn was their father's secret child.

Amelia's heart could not handle such a shocking revelation.

Luckily, Amelia was too distracted to see the worry flash across Jonathan's face.

She jabbed an accusing finger toward Evelyn, her voice shrill with anger. "Jonathan! She's the thief who took my necklace. We have the security footage, but she still denies it! She's sabotaging my entire celebration!" Amelia gripped Jonathan's arm, shaking it pleadingly. "Jonathan, please! The guests are arriving. I won't let a common criminal ruin this night for me. You have to do something!"

To Amelia, every detail was falling perfectly into place.

Miriam had assured her that Jonathan was managing the situation for her benefit.

That was why she felt no hesitation in demanding his action.

Jonathan's expression darkened as he looked at Evelyn.

A wave of contempt rose within him.

So this woman wasn't just a nuisance; she was an actual thief.

"The evidence seems conclusive," he stated coldly. "Remove her for further questioning. Involve the authorities if needed. I will not have this spectacle disrupt the evening."

At his command, the security team moved swiftly, seizing Evelyn roughly.

Her eyes widened in shock.

He hadn't even examined the so-called proof.

He simply accepted Amelia's word without question.

Incredible.

How corrupt was this Sterling family?

Furious, Evelyn tried to speak, but a guard clamped a hand over her mouth, silencing her.

"Let me go!" She fought against their hold, but their grip was like iron.

Evelyn took a sharp breath and forced herself to go limp.

Resisting was useless now.

Instead, she became still, her icy gaze sweeping over everyone in the room.

Fine. She would wait.

When the time was right, she would make them all pay.

The moment Evelyn was taken away, the banquet hall's mood lightened instantly.

Conversations and laughter resumed, the party atmosphere quickly restored.

Miriam allowed herself a small, relieved smile.

The misunderstanding between Amelia and Jonathan had worked out better than she'd hoped.

The outcome was even smoother than she had anticipated.

Now, all that was left was to deal with Evelyn discreetly.

Meanwhile, Jonathan gently guided Amelia to a quieter corner.

He studied her face carefully. "Amelia," he asked, his voice softer now, filled with concern. "Are you truly alright?"

Amelia's heart swelled with triumph.

She gave him a bright, playful smile, taking his hand and swinging it gently. "Jonathan, you worry too much. What could possibly be wrong?"

Still holding his hand, she tilted her head, her voice sweet with gratitude. "But thank you for handling that so efficiently. That woman was becoming unbearable."

She knew perfectly well that Evelyn had never stolen the necklace.

The entire scene had been staged, orchestrated by Jonathan himself.

As long as he helped her eliminate Evelyn, she would happily play along with his little game.