The Beginning Of All Sins

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That night, Katrina called Ana. The latter accepted the invitation.

However, only Ana attended the gathering, accompanied by Olivia, as Maisy had declined

their invitation.

Ana had no intention of concealing Olivia, understanding that doing so would only fuel the rumors. Thus, she brought Olivia along to the party.

Olivia had no freedom to decline participation in any activities. Until the birth of the child, she was expected to fulfill the role of a dutiful daughter–in–law, even during their time at

the Pearce residence.

Upon Olivia’s arrival that morning, Sophie was at home and greeted the guests with her aunt.

Olivia walked behind Ana and didn’t greet Sophie. She just quietly stood there. Nonetheless, Sophie’s gaze remained fixed on her, attempting to communicate silently.

Olivia kept avoiding her.

his mother greeted Ana, he approached them, exchanging greetings with Ana before glancing at Olivia. His expression remained gentle, appearing unaffected.

the news got out, Olivia became fearful of contact with Claude, apprehensive that

because Ana never even considered that and only

too courteous and took Katrina’s warm greeting

time there, Olivia shadowed Ana, refraining from wandering or

from conversing with

and let Olivia be. Meanwhile, Sophie

with her friend but lacking the

simply drinking tea. Ana was disinterested in

remained silent with closed eyes, while Olivia sat quietly, resembling

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tranquil tree.

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residence, Ana felt bored and

watched her, and her tense shoulders finally

that night, Sophie texted Olivia, inviting her to join a gathering with