My voice cut through the tension, icy and commanding. I fixed my gaze on both Addy and Shirley and stated firmly, Shirley, I will handle this matter.
But Shirley began to protest but halted under the intensity of my stern look.
Turning my attention to Nora, I asked, Are you truly here to testify for Debra?
Tears streamed down Noras cheeks as she nodded, her voice trembling. I know we dont yet have enough to clear Debra completely, but theres a way!
She paused, catching her breath amidst sobs, and continued, If we can just pinpoint when those suspicious messages were sent, and confirm Debra was here in the manor at those times, we can prove her innocence.
When Nora shared her insights, my eyes lit up, and I exclaimed, Youre really sharp! I hadnt thought of that. This could definitely clear Debras name.
Currently, all evidence pointed to the person who sent the messages as the likely mastermind behind the scenes. However, there was no concrete proof that Debra wasnt the one sending these messages.
I had another piece of evidence. The IP address from the messages didnt originate from the manor. If I could confirm Debra was at the manor when the messages were sent, her innocence would be undeniable.
When Shirley and Addy realized I might prove Debras innocence, their faces soured. They
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I didnt bother with their reactions. I went to verify the timestamps of the messages from the suspicious number.
I laid out the times and turned to Nora. Can you recall what Debra was doing when these messages were sent?
Nora, still wiping away tears, looked frightened and her body trembled, but she managed to steady herself considerably. The day before yesterday, around five in the evening, Debra was dining in the dining room. At seven, she went for a stroll in the yard. Yesterday, around nine in the morning
Her recollections were precise, and she recounted Debras activities at each of these times, noting that there were several witnesses to each event.
I called for George to summon the witnesses.
At the same time, Shirleys and Addys expressions grew increasingly dark.
It was clear they wanted to object, but they couldnt find any faults in what was happening.
Soon, the witness Nora had mentioned arrived.
I questioned them about Debras whereabouts at the times in question, and their responses matched Noras exactly.
The reason they remembered Debras whereabouts so vividly was simple. My fondness for her made everyone in the manor eager to gain her favor, so they paid close attention to her movements.
With all the evidence in hand, it was clear that Debra was innocent.
I turned to Addy, my voice cold and firm. When you return, tell Veronica the truth. The matter is settled. Debra is not the murderer.
Olivias expression turned grim. She bit her lip, as if she wanted to argue, but ultimately, she held her tongue.
Relieved at having definitively proven Debras innocence in front of Addy, I turned to Nora with a gentle smile. Youve done well. Feel free to ask for any reward you desire.
Nora lowered her head, quickly shaking it as she replied, I seek no reward. Helping Debra was an honor. She once aided me.