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.

in the room directed a question at Olivia, asking,

the management of a prestigious hotel was

guest who inquired about her name smiled and responded, “Coco, what a lovely name. Pour me at glass of wine, Coco.”

small bow to Tyler before attending to the guest’s request. She reminded herself that it was her job, and despite the intense stares directed at

even more alluring as she leaned forward. This drew the attention of the somewhat tipsy

to invite hands to touch

let out a startled cry.

everyone in the room, including Tyler, who

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

expression, one of the guests sitting next to him remarked, “What are you doing, Dave? Is this the right place for

his hand on Olivia’s waist, withdrew it with a smile in response to the reprimand. “I apologize, I

a lighter topic, and the room returned to its

change in topic, Tyler’s icy demeanor persisted.

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from him. “You may