Chapter 72

The previously bustling and chaotic audience gradually hushed as the melody of the violin filled the air. All eyes were drawn to Haley on stage, completely captivated by her presence.

The moment Haley stepped into view, Xena's smile froze on her lips. She widened her eyes in disbelief and turned to Riley, "Didn't you say you locked her up?"

Riley's face went pale in an instant. She stared at the stage, unable to comprehend what she was witnessing. She shook her head frantically, explaining, "I did lock her in the fitting room, and just to be safe, I even locked the door outside..."

She had thought everything was foolproof, with no room for error. Yet here was Haley, standing confidently on stage.

Riley sat upright, her gaze fixed on Haley's attire. Nervously, her hands clenched into fists, knuckles turning white. But despite her intense scrutiny, Haley's dress showed no signs of tearing.

How could this be...?

Xena shot her a fierce glare, then reluctantly turned her gaze back to