Chapter 23 Clara was initially set on slipping some dodgy pills into the groups drinks , but Coltons words made her rethink her plan .

She calmly took off her hat , her voice steady but laced with curiosity Mr.

Colton , are you really ready to back up what you just said ? Colton was taken aback by Claras unexpected appearance , his face quickly morphing into a mask of anger ! Clara How dare you show up here ? Clara glanced around the room .

Tve already called the cops , Mr.

Colton You just claimed Nate spent all of last night with me , yet I dont remember thing That means I must have been drugged and assaulted .

Since you said you heard it all , you should be able to testify for me nights Colton stood there , stunned , his face burning red with embarrassment .

The room was packed with heirs from prominent families , all under strict watch Any scandal could lead to serious consequences .

Calling the police would be an absolute disgrace !!! You cant call the police ! Clara , are you out of your mind ?! He was about to lose his cool when a group of police officers walked in , their presence commanding Who made the call ? The guys shrank in their seats , hoping not to be noticed .

They were terrified of being hauled away and having to face their families which might mean a night of kneeling as punishment .

Claras eyes filled with tears as she raised her hand , I did , Officer.

Someone said I was drugged and assaulted by Nate last night , but | cant remember , I think he used something on me .

Mr.

Colton said he heard it , so he can testify , right , Mr.

Colton ? Coltons face turned crimson with fury .

His fists clenched tightly , and he was struggling for breath .

The officer looked at Clara , whose downcast demeanor made her seem truthful .

Then he turned to Colton , finally gesturing .

You two .

come with us to the station .

Nate , whoever you are , step forward .

Youre coming too .

Drugging and assaulting someone is no small matter , especially with five officers involved .

Plus , this was happening at Moonlight , and the commotion had drawn a curious crowd outside the VIP room .

All eyes were on Colton .

He was used to being admired and never treated like some kind of criminal His lips quivered as he tried to wrap his head around how Clara had blown everything up .

Didnt she feel any shame ? Wasnt a girl supposed to just quietly endure something like this ? Clara wasnt playing by the rules .

Since you claim I was assaulted , Ill call the police and make you testify ! she had boldly stated .

? And Clara wasnt done stirring the pot .

Mr.

Colton , the police are here .

Go ahead , repeat what you said .

I know you and Nate are close .

and you probably dont want to ruin that , but if we work together to put him behind bars , he wont trouble you again 8 Clara ! Colton raised his hand , ready to strike her ! The officer immediately stepped in , shielding Clara , his expression hardening .

Oh , are you trying to assault the victim right in front of us ? Thats another charge ! ? A pair of handcuffs swiftly clicked onto Coltons wrists .

The young Warren heir had never been humiliated like this .

Panic set in , and he instinctively tried to defend himself .

I wasnt , 1.7 Clara held her face , tears streaming .

Mr.

Colton , doesnt my reputation matter to you ? Why wont you tell the truth now ? Everyone in the room heard you ! Officers , if you dont believe me , ask them .

|| The officers turned their attention to the dozen or so people seated , each looking away awkwardly Colton did that .

Yeah , we all heard it .

1 They needed to distance themselves .

Claras accusations hung in the air and if she implicated them , the police would alert their families , and theyd all be in deep trouble .

It was better to clear their names while they could .

Clara looked gratefully at those who spoke up .

Thank you , youre truly brave for standing up against the Warren familys power .

Im so moved .

Were they really standing up to the Warren family ? That was a direct shot at Colton .

If Colton hoped to keep hanging out with these so called friends , hed always remember todays backstabbing .

Those friendships were as good as over ! s gaze .

unwilling to meet his eyes .

Coltons face was ashen , glaring at those who spoke up .

They avoided his The officer , uninterested in dealing with the others , grabbed Colton .

Youre coming with us .

Explain everything at the station .

Im not going ! Let go .

Do you know who I am ?!