_ The Criminal _
"I didn't do it!"
I rub my eyes with the palm of my hand, sniffing.
One of the directors straightens his collar and grins at me.
"We are sure it's you, Ms Terra. So save that for yourself."
This boardroom is hell on earth. The temperatures are flaring and my whole body is sizzling.
"Ms Terra, there's clear evidence that you stole the money. It's better if you just accept committing the crime and save us the time."
My heart sinks.
"But I didn't do it!" I burst out. "I swear I didn't do it!"
CJ, who has been quiet all this time, stands up angrily and bangs the desk.
"Then explain why you are on the CCTV sneaking into my office and my safe!"
I stutter, a swell of fresh tears welling up in my eyes.
"I... I don't know... But it's not me! I was with you last night
