His would-be fiancee, Maud Beaton, fabricated the entire opportunity then disappeared without a trace.

Well, Agnes horrified expression at hearing what happened to her son confirms that its not looking good.

The Tables Will Turn

Reddit user u/Milocobo predicted the fallout from Oscars investment in aDec.

Maud and Oscar on ‘The Gilded Age.’ Photo via HBO

(Marian probably wouldnt hate that outcome.)

Oscar, of course, is a member of that same society.

A loan would ensure that the van Rhijns are always under his thumb, the Redditor adds.

George and Bertha on ‘The Gilded Age.’ Photo via HBO

What more could the Russells want?

And best of all, it would be deliciously dramatic.

I mean, literally hold on to your hat.

Agnes on ‘The Gilded Age.’ Photo via HBO

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