C133 Turning the Tide

"I didn't steal this," she protested. "I swear, Mr. Toby. I didn't even know it was in my bag."

Mr. Toby looked at Sharon with sympathy and understanding. He knew Sharon well, sensing her surprise was genuine. She was a good girl who was now caught in an unfortunate situation.

"I believe you, Sharon," he said. "I saw that girl, who ran out just now, slip it in your bag