Ashley smiled even more. “The ring’s in your bag, yet you still claim innocence. People like you don’t belong at Phoenix Entertainment. Get out of here!”

The others joined in, shouting, “You’re a thief! Get out!”

Bianca wanted to explain, but she knew it was pointless.

With a determined expression, she opened her bag and peered inside. There, at the bottom, was the glimmering diamond ring. She carefully picked it up with a napkin.

As the ring sparkled ...