Chapter 424

The manager glanced where Lindsey pointed and noticed the camera hidden in that spot.

Shelia was utterly shocked.

She had looked around earlier but hadn’t spotted any camera.

It was a well-hidden spot, not easily noticed by many.

The manager gave a nod and instructed the security guard, “Please check the surveillance footage.

”

Then, she turned towards Lindsey with a softened expression.

“Miss, if it’s proven that someone jumped the queue, you’ll have my support.

Just give us a moment.

”

Lindsey responded with a grateful smile.

Meanwhile, Shelia felt trapped.

She wanted to flee but knew leaving now would be an admission of guilt.

Shelia clung to the hope that the camera might not have captured her act, given its remote location.

After some time, the security guard returned.

He leaned in close and whispered something to the manager.

The manager’s expression went all serious as she fixed her gaze on Shelia.

“Ma’am, after checking, it turns out you did jump the line.

Ma’am, kindly step aside for these two ladies behind you right now, or we’ll have to get security to escort you out.

”

Upon hearing this, all eyes in the vicinity turned to Shelia with expressions of disgust.

“Looks like she really did cut in line.

Shame on her.

”

“You can tell she’s trying to

ide her face.

It’s no wonder if the camera didn’t catch her clearly.

”

“She must be hiding her looks.

Why else cover up like that?”

“Can you believe someone like that is an actress? The entertainment industry is really tainted.

”

Shelia almost clenched her teeth so hard they might’ve cracked.

She never thought she’d get caught on camera for real.

Now she found herself in a tight spot, like holding onto a wild animal’s tail.

Reluctantly, she had to follow behind Lindsey.

Olivia got a bit of teasing along with Shelia, and in her mind, she let out some choice words for Shelia.

Olivia thought Shelia must’ve had a few screws loose.

“Shelia, maybe we shouldn’t buy it,” Olivia suggested, tugging at Shelia’s sleeve.

She was too embarrassed to stay any longer.

If their identities were revealed, it could cause a problem.

But Shelia brushed off Olivia’s hand, defiantly saying, “Why not? I want to see what they can actually afford.

They’ll probably just pick the cheapest thing from Cherish.

”

Shelia was relieved she was well-disguised that day.

Even if the camera had captured her, she was unrecognizable.

If any negative news surfaced, she planned to have Jacob use his influence and money to quash it.

Shelia waited to laugh at Lindsey when she failed to pay later.

The manager, sporting a gentle smile, addressed Lindsey and Nancy, “I offer my sincerest apologies.

Our security guard’s oversight led to a misunderstanding.

” Please forgive me.

”

“For a renowned brand and mall to wrongly accuse customers without inquiry-should this tarnish our reputation, who would dare to spend money here?” retorted Nancy, crossing her arms in frustration.

The manager met Nancy’s gaze, acknowledging, “You raise a valid point.

How about this? Kindly provide your identity details.

As compensation, our store will grant both of you a complimentary membership card along with a lovely gift.

”

Cherish’s membership cards typically required a significant expenditure.

Holders not only enjoyed priority access but also relished a 10% discount on purchases.