The Confrontation
332 Words
Lucia’s hands trembled as she read the letter again, the words searing into her mind like a brand. Her twin sister, Olivia, had orchestrated the entire downfall of the company, using Michael’s deception as a means to an end. The revelation was a gut punch, shattering the fragile sense of stability Lucia had been clinging to in the aftermath of the scandal.
Steeling herself, Lucia knew she had to confront Olivia. The need for answers, for understanding, burned within her, a relentless fire that refused to be extinguished. With a deep breath, she gathered the photographs and the letter, tucking them safely into her purse, and set out to uncover the truth.
The address Olivia had provided in the letter led Lucia to a secluded estate on the outskirts of the city, a sprawling mansion that seemed to loom over the surrounding landscape like a silent sentinel. As she approached the imposing gates, her heart raced with a mixture of trepidation and determination.
A discreet Intercom system crackled to life as Lucia pressed the call button. “I’m here to see Olivia,” she said, her voice steadier than she felt.
After a brief pause, the gates swung open, granting her access to the expansive property. Lucia steeled herself, her steps measured and purposeful as she made her way towards the grand entrance of the mansion.
The door opened before she could even raise her hand to knock, and there stood Olivia, a mirror image of Luc save for the subtle differences in their features. The sisters stared at each other, the air thick with a palpable tension that seemed to crackle with unspoken emotions.
“I’ve been expecting you,” Olivia said, her voice cool and composed. “Please, come in.”
Lucia followed her twin into the lavish foyer, her eyes taking in the opulent surroundings. It was a stark contrast to the once-thriving office she had called home, a tangible reminder of the chasm that now separated their lives.
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