The Beginning Of All Sins

Olivia wiggled in Tyler's arms and lifted her head to glance at Maisy. Maisy's eyes were filled with eager tears. Olivia shook her head shyly and buried her face in Tyler's sleeve again.

Alisa was surprised by Olivia's reactions. In the past, Olivia had always been distant from Tyler, but now she trusted him. Alisa wondered if this was a good sign.

Tyler patted Olivia's head as she clung to him tighter. His voice was unexpectedly cheerful as he reassured her, "Don't be scared. It's just Grandma, Olivia."

Olivia kept hiding in his arms like a shy kitten. Seeing this, Tyler stopped pushing her to interact with people she didn't know well. He gently held her cheek and gave Maisy a flat look. "She's still getting used to things."

Maisy had never seen Olivia so fearful, and it made her feel sad and helpless. "What did the doctor say? Can she be treated?" she asked.

Tyler replied calmly, "It will take some time."

Maisy sighed and fell silent.

Feeling Olivia shiver in his arms, Tyler told Maisy, "She's scared. I'll take her back to the room."

Maisy, not wanting to upset Olivia further, nodded. "Okay, take her inside. Have the doctor see her."

"Okay," Tyler agreed. Looking down at Olivia, he asked gently, "Shall we go inside?"Belongs to NôvelDrama.Org - All rights reserved.

Comforted by his soft voice, Olivia nodded. Tyler chuckled, then led her back to the room, Olivia following quietly and clinging to him.

Maisy watched them go, her feelings mixed. She stood there as they disappeared into the room.

Inside, Tyler took Olivia to the couch, but she stayed in his arms. He gently eased her away from him, reassuring her, "It's just us here now."

Olivia felt safer and looked up at him with a blank expression.

Tyler caressed her cheek and then moved his hand to her chin. "Don't be afraid, okay?"

Olivia stared at him for a long moment and nodded, but then looked away shyly and tried to remove his hand.

Seeing her reaction, Tyler smiled warmly. "What are you shy about?"

Olivia, unsure where to look, nervously gripped her hands.