After a pause, he added, "Mr. Mateo, rest assured, once we've finished our investigation, we won't interfere with everyone's freedom anymore." Hugo furrowed his brows. He instinctively felt that this incident might involve Arthur. Finley was never straightforward; Hugo had realized that from the first time he met him. He feared that Arthur might be framed! If it was such an important ring, why would it be lost so carelessly? There must be an ulterior motive! Seeing what the police said, Mateo couldn't say much else. After the officers nodded to Hugo as a greeting, even though Hugo was protective, he had to step aside. At this time, resisting would not be a wise choice. Even though he held a high position in the Evergrand City government, he couldn't directly stop the police from doing their job. Arthur, who had been pursing his lips the whole time, didn't say much. Hugo, observing Arthur's expression, was anxious, trying to think of a strategy. He knew Arthur well; stealing was not something Arthur would do. Given the uproar Finley had caused, based on his experience, it seemed Finley might have already set everything up. Those who had been in contact with Finley were thoroughly searched by the police in fear. After the searches turned up nothing unusual, they all breathed a sigh of relief. Especially the girls who had tried to strike up a conversation with Finley, they now regretted their actions deeply! They had only approached Finley on a whim, hoping to connect with him and perhaps marry into wealth, which would have set them for life! But who could have expected this to happen? If Finley's ring had accidentally ended up on them, they would have no way to clear themselves! The accusation of theft, even without solid evidence, could ruin their lives! With Mateo and Hugo shielding him, there was a delay in getting to Arthur. Arthur was the last person who had contact with Finley but had not yet been searched! Below the stage, Taylor was almost frantic! He had been uneasy, especially since Kent and Finley had inexplicably approached Arthur earlier, and he feared there was a trick to it. Now with Finley causing such a scene, Taylor was almost certain! Finley must have tampered with something!It was like a trap had been set for Arthur to fall into! Taylor regretted again; he shouldn't have taken Arthur out and about, offending Finley. Whether it was their first encounter or the conflict a few days ago, it was because of him that Arthur got involved. Just as the police were about to reach Arthur, Taylor suddenly shouted. "Wait!" Everyone's attention, which had been on Arthur in an unprecedented silence, was suddenly drawn to Taylor with his abrupt yell. Taylor didn't care about the odd looks from the crowd; he sprinted onto the stage. The police reacted quickly, surrounding Arthur tightly as Taylor moved. The officers watched Taylor warily. "What are you doing!" With courage he didn't know he had, Taylor loudly said, "I—I was in contact with Finley too!" Hearing this, Hugo and the others with Arthur frowned deeply. What is Taylor trying to do? Arthur exclaimed, "Taylor! What are you joining in for!" It was enough that he was being searched; why would he walk into the trap himself? Arthur desperately tried to signal to Taylor, but Taylor acted as if he saw nothing. He firmly told the officers, "I was with Arthur the whole time, and I was in contact with Finley too!" Finley wouldn't have caused such a stir without a reason. Taylor had a premonition that Finley might have slipped the ring onto Arthur during their encounter! Since it was his fault, he couldn't let Arthur suffer for him. Taylor had already decided that if the police found the ring on Arthur later, he would claim he had put it there out of fear! That way, Arthur wouldn't be implicated because of him. Of course, it would be best if nothing happened. Mia and Sage, who knew the situation, immediately understood Taylor's intention. Mia pursed her lips. If something really happened, she would have to use her family's influence.Although the Tremo family was one of the wealthiest in Evergrand City, her Lovaris family was not to be underestimated! The atmosphere on the scene was tense, and a hint of disdain flashed in Finley's eyes. Hah, a loser, still daring to speak of loyalty?