The Beginning Of All Sins

Olivia felt a surge of panic as her phone rang. She hesitated before answering.

Claude's voice came through the line, "Did you get it, Olivia?"

She gazed at the bracelet in silence.

"I was surprised to see you at the church today. Maybe even God knows how much I miss you," Claude continued softly. "I thought of you when I saw the two of you with the amulet, so I got the bracelet from the priest. I hope it brings you happiness, along with a healthy baby."

Olivia's heart warmed at his words. Despite knowing his intentions, she sensed his sincerity.

Yet, she replied with a cold tone, "Thank you for the bracelet, Claude. But please, stop giving me things. It's best if we don't talk. You're only causing trouble by doing this."

Her words were firm and unwavering.

She knew she didn't belong in their world. Maintaining their friendship was unnecessary, as she would eventually return to where she truly belonged.

Claude fell silent for a moment, not angered. Eventually, he said, "I'm sorry for causing you trouble, Olivia. I don't know how to be good to you. I'll be careful."

to do that, Claude. Okay, I'm

ended the call abruptly, clutching

he realized she had hung up. Alone in the prayer room,

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a business trip to the city, arriving an hour early at Naomi's

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crouched by his suitcase, gazing at

a work call, slipping his phone away as she said that. Meeting her eyes, he

used to pack his bags for him, and that hadn't

pack everything for you. I won't