The Beginning Of All Sins

Everyone was unsure at first, then they started looking worried. They stared at Claude, who was on stage, and began whispering to each other.

At first, Claude didn't notice their reactions, but as the room got louder, he turned and saw the photos of him holding a woman's hand on the screen. He started to feel anxious.

Suddenly, Angus's group stood up, pointing at the screen. "Isn't that Mrs. Harris?" The other directors from Yancey Bank also stood up, comparing the pictures on the screen with those on their laptops. They were the same.

Claude's face became tense and serious. Angus demanded immediately, "What are these pictures about, Mr. Pearce? What's your relationship with Mrs. Harris?"

company. Any scandal could hurt the company's reputation and, in turn, the interests of the board. This was even more critical since it involved

get rid of them, but despite pressing the button repeatedly, the photos stayed on the screen. Angus pressed

in, "You're supposed to be the Harrises' son-in-law, but here you are, caught in photos with Mrs. Harris. This shouldn't be happening at our company. You're the vice president, representing our future.

the board of directors and their growing demands for an explanation. Some of

behind this, either as a warning or a ploy to get him to resign. He couldn't believe Tyler sacrificed his

disappointment, Claude remained composed and faced the crowd

explain this, for the company's future and our collective interest, I will ask the board of directors to remove you from your position

Angus, "What do you mean

him further, "Can you explain