“Well, let's show some compassion here," Malcolm intervened.

"Miss Fuller is fresh out of college. It's tough breaking into the professional world. Since you've recovered your property, we could consider this resolved."

Rosalynn's eyes flashed with surprise.

Had he just defended her?

“It's not that I'm eager to punish her, but her lack of remorse is troubling. She hasn't even offered an apology," Cedric protested.