When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 549

Evelina's insinuations were as clear as day.

Lemira's lips curled into a cold smirk as she spoke directly, "So, you're suggesting I misappropriated funds from the foundation’s account?"

"That's not what I meant at all," Evelina replied with a smile as innocent as a lamb. "I just wanted to remind you that charity funds shouldn’t be moved around lightly. It could reflect poorly on the Langston family if word got out, don't you think?"

With a wave of her hand, Evelina quickly added, "Lemmy, if I upset you, just pretend I didn’t say anything, alright?"

Lemira clicked her tongue, "Oh, don't give me that. You’ve already said it all, haven’t you? Quit pretending."

"Lemmy, I’m only doing this for your own good," Evelina insisted, her eyes growing red as she turned to Mrs. Amanda. "You were there at the bake sale, right? You should know how much we raised."

Mrs. Amanda nodded, "Of course I do, but what does that have to do with Lemira verifying her funds today?"

Evelina hadn’t expected Mrs. Amanda to stand by Lemira so staunchly. Wasn’t she even a little suspicious of this troublemaker?

Sophia glanced at Lemira and said, "Verifying funds might mean the account is frozen for a few days."

It was a precaution to prevent anyone from borrowing money just to verify funds, only to transfer it out after getting their membership card.

Before Lemira could respond, Evelina started to cry, "Lemmy, the foundation's events need funding. We can't have this money frozen."

Her words seemed to imply that Lemira's account held the charity funds.

Sophia had her own thoughts but kept them to herself. "Ms. Langston, is it a problem if the funds are frozen for a few days?"

Lemira answered, "No problem at all."

After all, the money wasn’t charity funds. It was her earnings from streaming and dividends from her AI project, which was about to go public. Soon, she'd be earning even more.

Evelina approached, grabbing Lemira’s hand. "Lemmy, don’t make things worse for yourself. We’re all friends here. Just admit if there’s a mistake, and no one’s going to judge you."

Lemira pushed Evelina away, "Are you out of your mind? The money in my account is not charity funds. I'm not that greedy."

Lemira paid Evelina no mind.

Sophia hadn’t expected Lemira to be so assertive, especially in front of Mrs. Amanda. She spoke calmly, "Alright, if Ms. Langston says it’s not charity funds, then it probably isn’t. Let’s not throw accusations around without evidence."

Evelina had no hard proof; she couldn't even check the account balance at the moment, but she was determined to investigate at the foundation tomorrow. She wouldn’t let Lemira off easily.

Seeing Evelina silent, Sophia knew she had no evidence. What a waste.

Soon, the manager handed a card to Lemira. "Ms. Langston, welcome to the club."

"Thank you."

With the card in her hand, Lemira turned to Mrs. Amanda. "Thank you for your sponsorship."

To become a member here, it took more than wealth and status; you needed someone to vouch for you too.