The Beginning Of All Sins

Ana looked at Olivia and said, “I was looking for you with Nina’s help, and here you are!”

Olivia seemed a bit down. “I went for a walk,” she replied softly.

Ana didn’t worry about it much. “We’re leaving soon. Hang around here for a little while.”

“Okay,” Olivia agreed. She then went over to Ana and sat beside her. This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.

Ana glanced at her. Right then, Claude came in.

“It’s time for the ceremony. There’s food and drinks outside, let’s go,” he said.

Ana nodded and put down her cup. “Let’s.”

She got up, and Olivia did the same. They headed out together.

During the ceremony, Olivia stuck by Ana and didn’t speak to Claude.

Claude, now leading Yancey Bank, gave a speech. He thanked the Harris family and talked about the future of the company. The bank did a lot, like investment banking and managing funds. It was a big deal in international finance, handling 20% of it.

The Harrises and Pearces were tight, and Claude and Morgan were childhood sweethearts. Even though Morgan was gone, Claude was still close to her family. Claude leading the bank and thanking the Harrises showed they were still close.

Everyone clapped loudly when he finished, Ana included. She smiled, but who knows what she was really thinking.

Olivia, sitting by Ana, found the clapping scary. It was as if Morgan, who linked both families, was forgotten. Her death seemed overlooked, with everyone just smiling.

It felt like it was all about what each could gain.

Olivia was forced to clap as well.

Claude, now the bank’s leader, looked humble but determined. “It’s been seven years, and I’m back. Thanks to everyone at Yancey Bank for waiting. I’m here to lead us to new beginnings,” he said.

Sophie, sitting with Jacob, whispered, “My brother’s so impressive.”

Being with her, the family welcomed Jacob. He was considered part of the family now.

Looking at the stage, Jacob agreed, “He really is.”

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Sophie squeezed his hand. “Once we’re married, I’ll make sure you get a good position at the

bank.”

Jacob smiled warmly. “I want to earn my way, Soof. You don’t have to do that for me.”

But Sophie was determined. She cared about him and wanted everyone to see his worth.