Why?
The usually reserved Clay, unexpectedly tender, caught Amelia off guard.
Was that a dream?
"Please, I'm sorry! Forgive me!" Mia pleaded, realizing Amelia had the authority to decide her fate. She quickly crawled to Amelia's feet, tears streaming down her face as she held onto Amelia's legs.
Amelia came back to her senses and looked down at her.
Mia had just tried to frame her. How could she easily forgive that?
Mia, tear-stained and choking up, said, "I don't make much working here every month and barely make ends meet. I'm a single mom with a child to support. Please, have mercy."
Hearing about Mia's child softened Amelia's resolve.
She bit her lip and bent down to help Mia up. "Stand up, please."
Mia wiped her tears but hesitated.
"Get up. You'll be fin
