Chapter 108
Olivia wasn't expecting him to ask that. Trying to avoid the question,
she pleaded, âPlease don't do
this, Tyler.
But Tyler pressed on, âI want to know.â
She reluctantly said, âJacob.â
Tyler sensed that Olivia's answer wasn't accurate. He had something
specific in mind and insisted, " That's not the answer I'm looking for.â
Olivia said, âA man like you.â
âAre you sure? Think carefully.â He continued prodding her, but Olivia
remained silent, lips pressed tight, refusing to answer.
Tyler held her close, stroking her hair. âAre you upset about the cat?
Don't worry, I sent it to a good pet store. We can visit it soon.â
He hugged her tighter, whispering, âMaybe the pet store should get a
few more cats, and I'll bring you to see them every day. Okay?"
In the darkness, his voice was soft, hoping to bring comfort, but Olivia
stayed silent.
The next morning, Olivia rose early to help Ana in the kitchen. Despite
having staff, Ana insisted on preparing meals herself.
Later, Tyler went downstairs. Maisy said to him, âYou're finally awake.
Look at Olivia. She's been helping your mom since early in the
morning.â
Tyler took a seat at the table, looking blearyâeyed. âI drank too much
last night.â
Maisy noticed his drunk condition and said in a hushed tone, âYou have
to control yourself.â
Tyler nodded slowly after a long pause, and Maisy was secretly
overjoyed. One of the maids had heard. noises from their room during
the night and informed Maisy the next morning.â
Maisy suggested to Tyler, âTyler, you're still quite young. You can't be
taking care of a sick person for the rest of your life.â She then sighed.
âYou've been through a lot. Olivia is quite nice. She's understanding
and gentle. You like her too. Why not marry her by the end of the
year?â
Olivia, walking out of the kitchen while carrying a plate of toast,
overheared that. She froze in shock.
Ana came up behind Olivia, catching Maisy's words. Ignoring Olivia's
reaction, she approached. âI agree. It's a good time for you two to tie
the knot, especially with Olivia finishing up at university
soon.â
Taking a seat opposite Tyler, Ana asked, âWhat do you think, Tyler?â
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Olivia felt a chill creep over her. She wanted to join them but found
herself rooted to the spot.
Before Tyler could respond, a maid Interrupted. âMrs. Ana, can we
switch on the electricity for Ms. Olivia's room?â
Tyler's and Anaâs faces froze at the question, plunging the table into
silence.
Quickly recovering, Ana replied, âDidn't I ask the electrician to fix that?
If it's sorted, switch it back. on.â She quickly changed the subject,
saying to Maisy, âI've prepared plenty of food. You should have some
more.â
Tyler's tone turned icy. âItâs not enough for you to be worried about my
dad?"
Ana met his gaze, her expression frozen.
Maisy intervened, sensing tension. âAlright, let's just enjoy our
breakfast.â
Tyler remained silent, focusing on the newspaper.
Meanwhile, Olivia stood by the kitchen, still holding her stack of toast.
That night, the lights in her room were working, but Ana had switched
off the electricity. She would never have guessed that was
the reason.
Unfazed, Ana reassured Olivia, âSit down, dear. Let the maid handle
it.â
Feeling like she was walking on thin ice, Olivia took a seat next to Tyler,
who remained silent, barely touching his breakfast.
Despite her discomfort, Olivia took the jade bracelet from Maisy and
said, âI can't accept this, Grandma.â