The Beginning Of All Sins

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Chapter 16

Olivia had never expected to encounter Tyler at her part–time job. She froze in shock, her hands trembling as she held the tray of drinks.

Tyler frowned, puzzled by her unexpected presence. He had no idea that the daughter of the Jones. family was working in such a lowly position.

Olivia clenched her hands tightly, avoiding making eye contact with him at all costs.

One of the guests closest to Tyler asked, “Do you know her, Tyler?”

Tyler remained silent, his gaze cold and unyielding as he continued to scrutinize her.

Olivia steadied her grip on the tray and attempted to regain her composure. She took a deep breath

and slowly approached the private room, attempting to appear unfazed.

the room directed a question at Olivia, asking, “What’s your

customers, as the management of a prestigious

smiled and responded, “Coco, what a lovely name. Pour me at

in acknowledgment and gave a small bow to Tyler before attending to the guest’s request. She reminded herself that it was her job, and despite

her look even more alluring as she leaned forward. This drew the attention of the somewhat tipsy men, particularly

to invite hands to touch it.

to let out a startled cry. She jumped back

everyone in the room, including Tyler, who was seated nearby.

to compose herself from the scare. She would usually know how to deal with such a situation, but it was different today. She panicked as soon as

displeased expression, one of the guests sitting next to him remarked, “What are

had placed his hand on Olivia’s waist, withdrew it with a smile in response

a lighter topic, and the room

change in topic, Tyler’s icy demeanor persisted. He picked up his wine glass

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him. “You may