The Mystery of the Diamond Earring, Part 2

"Duck and cover!" yelled Shenice as everything but the kitchen sink came pouring out of her closet, including Belle's favorite chew toy. The little dog picked it up and ran off. "What's this?"asked Shenice, holding up a small blue bead.

"It's a bead," replied Taylor.

"Yeah, but it's a bead from the necklace, the one that's broken. But it was fine when I put it in the jewelery box," she replied.

"Are you sure?" asked Taylor.

"Yes, I'm sure," said Shenice.

"Then it must have rolled in there when it was broken." said Taylor.

"I'm sure the thief broke it," replied Shenice.

"For the last time, Shenice, a thief didn't break your necklace."

"Did you break my necklace?"asked Shenice.

"No," said Taylor.

"Then why won't you believe me about the thief?"

"Because it's not logical. There isn't any real proof!"

"How much proof do you need?" asked Shenice.

"Enough proof to actually prove something!" retorted Taylor.

Just then Shenice noticed something under her bed. It was a letter, which she picked up and quickly scanned over. Then she handed it to Taylor. "Is this enough proof for you?" she asked.

To be continued...