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?"

and his actions represented the company. Any scandal could hurt the company's reputation and, in turn, the interests of the board. This

computer to get rid of them, but despite pressing

photos with Mrs. Harris. This shouldn't be happening at our company. You're the vice president, representing our

directors and their growing demands for an explanation.

around at everyone's faces, feeling betrayed. He knew Tyler was behind this, either as a warning or a ploy to get him to resign.

Claude remained composed and faced the crowd

for the company's future and our collective interest, I will ask the board of

asked Angus, "What do you mean

further, "Can you explain