The Beginning Of All Sins

Chapter 173

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There was a knock on the door, and Olivia looked up.

“Ms. Olivia? Mr. Tyler would like to speak with you.”

It was Tyler’s assistant. Olivia knew it had to be something serious. Maybe it was what she feared. She could sense that they had been preparing for this since that day.

“Okay, I’m coming,” she replied, procrastinating for a bit before finally deciding to get out of bed.

Just then, her phone vibrated–it was a message from Claude.

She stared at it for a moment, then froze.

minutes, but Olivia still hadn’t shown up. Breakfast had gone cold, but he understood why she was taking her time, so he didn’t rush her. Instead, he

he heard footsteps coming down the stairs. The assistant

up as Olivia approached, her face

an invitation to Claude?” Olivia

feigned calmness. “Yes, I did.

you

know the connection between the Pearces and us? It’s only natural for him to receive an invitation. Unless you think

a deep breath, pushing down her emotions. “No.

her if she asks. How’s that sound?” Tyler said

were anything

Reluctantly, Olivia complied.

injury?” he asked.

replied, forcing the words out.

got straight to the point. “IVF after the banquet. Are you