The Beginning Of All Sins

Chapter 165

“Olivia? This is Maddie Zimmers,” Claude continued his introduction.

“Hi, Ms. Maddie. I’m Olivia.”

“Oh. Hi.” Maddie quickly glanced away.

Olivia felt embarrassed, especially since she and Sophie had kind of butted into what seemed like a private conversation. Sophie seemed oblivious, though, and complained, “I can’t believe you didn’t tell me about this!!

Ignoring Sophie, Claude turned to Maddie, asking, “Do you want some tea?”

“Thanks. I’m a bit thirsty,” Maddie replied.

Claude poured her a cup and then turned to Olivia. “And what about you? It’s been hot lately,”

He poured another cup for Olivia before she could even respond. “T–Thanks,” she said sheepishly.

handed it to Olivia. “Take a

expression soured, and she stared at

Claude

fists. As a young lady from a rich family, she was clearly unused to being ignored. “…Nothing,” she said through gritted

surprised to be the first to get the menu, so she passed it

wait.”

I supposed to order? Your

Sophie were stunned, and Claude’s expression darkened.

don’t you tell me?” Maddie snapped, pointing at Olivia. “Who is she?”

told you, my friend.”

give her

guest,” Claude

am I

turned