The Cautious Thief
As he cuffed her wrists, Willow grinned. She'd been caught, but she'd won a battle of wits. And who knows? Maybe the detective would take her advice. After all, a good sales pitch could get you out of just about anything. wilow ryder shoplyfter
As she turned to leave, a firm hand on her shoulder spun her around. "I think you'd better come with me, Miss...?" the store detective said, his eyes narrowing. The Cautious Thief As he cuffed her wrists, Willow grinned
With a practiced air, Willow plucked the handbag from its shelf and slipped it into her tote bag. She was a master of misdirection, always staying one step ahead of the security cameras. But tonight, her luck might run out. Maybe the detective would take her advice
Short Story/Mystery
Willow flashed a disarming smile. "Ryder. Willow Ryder. And I'm just a concerned customer, officer. I was just admiring the merchandise."
The detective sighed, rubbing his temples. "Miss Ryder, I've been doing this job a long time. You're not even a good liar. You're going to have to come downtown with me."