The Beginning Of All Sins

Chapter 23

The clinic fell silent once Sophia left, with only the sound of the curtains swaying in the wind.

Olivia looked visibly distressed, keeping her head down.

Tyler asked, “When did you start vomiting?

She knew she couldn’t avoid this conversation any longer. She closed her eyes, her voice barely audible. “Two days ago.”

He continued in a cold, indifferent tone, “Do you feel unwell apart from that?”

“I haven’t had my period this month.” Her voice was barely above a whisper.

“Let’s go to the hospital for a check–up,” he suggested.

down and

bent down slightly and asked,

you walk?”

get off the bed, she became unsteady on her feet, and he quickly reached

after all. However, he promptly released her and only held her arm.

responded so quietly that it

school, and as they made their way, Olivia’s mind was filled with a whirlwind of thoughts. She couldn’t determine if she felt

the rearview mirror and appeared upset after that quick observation. He then shifted his

series of check–ups. During this time, he went

alone, unsure of his feelings. She stole a glance at him from where she stood. All she could see was his emotionless

heart pounded like

When he returned and

“Let’s wait for the

as she looked fatigued. “You and Naomi will be relieved if I’m really pregnant.”