Wilow Ryder Shoplyfter [patched] -

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.

Willow flashed a disarming smile. "Ryder. Willow Ryder. And I'm just a concerned customer, officer. I was just admiring the merchandise." wilow ryder shoplyfter

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. With a practiced air, Willow plucked the handbag

Willow Ryder, a charming and resourceful young woman, has a secret. By day, she's a law-abiding citizen, but by night, she becomes a shoplifter extraordinaire. With a reputation for stealing high-end goods and evading security, Willow has become a ghost in the retail world. But when she's caught by a determined store detective, she must use her wit and cunning to talk her way out of trouble. Willow flashed a disarming smile

The detective's expression softened, ever so slightly. "You're a real piece of work, Willow Ryder. But I'll give you credit: you're the best shoplifter I've ever caught."

Willow chuckled, unfazed. "Oh, that? I was just, uh, trying to return it. For a friend. Who's, uh, in the military. Yeah, that's it."

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.