A Tide Of Public Opinion
However, the tide of public opinion had already swayed the guard against her. It seemed that no matter what Melissa said now, it wouldn’t make a difference when everyone appeared to be against her.
Attracted by the commotion, the store manager hurried over. Despite previously acknowledging the possibility of a malfunctioning alarm, his expression now betrayed deep mistrust.
Ignoring Melissa’s desperate pleas, he signaled to the guard, who reluctantly moved to detain her.