Renly's eyes trembled.
Though it was just for a split-second, Aurelia caught it.
Gulping, he glanced at his hand and smiled forcefully.
"That? I carry things every day, Sister. I touch dirt too and dirt is brown. My nails have every reason to look like this."
Romina's pupils instantly dilated, guilt seeping into them as she turned her eyes away from him.
That was true.
Her brother was hardworking and would never steal from her. All these years, he had toiled beside her and not once did he show any interest in running a business like hers.
Even if he had, a few cocoa pods and some gold weren't enough to start anything.
She'd be insane to actually believe this stranger over him.
Releasing her grip on him, she slowly turned to meet Aurelia's eyes.
However, they were already lowered, as usual.
At this, her eyes darkened.
In her line of work, she had come across too many people. Swindlers, pickpockets, liars, and thieves.
