The Beginning Of All Sins

Linda spoke with Naomi, who then looked over at Tyler.

Olivia sat quietly, almost hidden in the shadows.

After about five minutes, the lights in the venue brightened up. Everyone settled into their seats.

Naomi turned her gaze away as she waited for the emcee to step onto the stage.

The items for the auction were placed on stage. The emcee, dressed in a stunning green gown, started the event gracefully.

felt as if they were the center

many people envied Mrs. Harris's position and thought Naomi was fortunate. Who wouldn't want to experience the thrill of being in the spotlight with the

knew she was just Naomi's replacement and a tool to

emcee; her mind was busy with

watched the stage intently, appearing

presenting a few auction items that didn't get much interest, so the

changed when the emcee excitedly announced, "I know everyone has been waiting for this. It's our most anticipated item-the symbol of enduring love and

the stage, and inside it was a gold locket gleaming under the lights. The word

revealed, everyone's attention was captured, their eyes fixed on the locket. The emcee announced, "We'll start the bidding at 200,000 dollars. Get ready with your bidder cards." Olivia turned her gaze

dollars going once. Any

bids kept coming. "I see you, sir-250,000 dollars