Claude invited Lionel to the church for a meal.

When Lionel arrived, he spotted Claude standing at the door and walked over to him.

"Claude," he greeted.

Claude returned the greeting with a smile. "Sorry that I'd have to meet you here," he said.

Lionel glanced around the church, aware of Claude's recent struggles. Looking at him, he reassured, "Everything will pass, Claude."

Understanding Lionel's meaning, Claude smiled subtly. "Don't worry. I'm not that fragile. I'm used to living with less. I can't adapt to life back in the city, so I thought I'd pray more here."

Their bond was strong, with Lionel considering Claude his savior.

"If not for you, how would I have the opportunity to speak to you here, Claude?" Lionel remarked

"Don't say that, Lionel. Let's go in," Claude replied.

conversation. "Sure,

"The food here

the dining room, they were served a

asked, "I heard the Harris Group has their eye on a

glass. "I-I'm not

Lionel refrained

picked up on Lionel's cautiousness and reassured him,

Lionel replied, "That's

I can't

scuss that with you.

l.net

to you, it's

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the relationship between Yancey Bank and the Harris Group. No need to be

He smiled knowingly.

overly cautious, he wasn't

Perhaps I've been

smile, Claude suggested, "Let's just enjoy lunch

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