ackground noise. "Mother, I need to talk to you," Emily said, sitting down beside her. Catherine looked up, concern etched on her face. "What is it, darling? You look troubled." Emily took a deep bre

nding her mother's concerns. "But if we don't do anything, it will be like condoning Thomas's behavior," Emily said. Catherine sighed. "I know, darling. It's a difficult decision. But I think we need to consider Thomas's motivations. Why did he steal the necklace? Was he desperate, or was it just a reckless act?" Emily thought back to her conversation with Thomas. "He said he was in financial trouble and saw the necklace as a way out," Emily said. Catherine nodded. "I see. Well, in that case, maybe we can find a way to help Thomas without exposing him. But we need to make it clear