The Beginning Of All Sins

Chapter 34

Olivia believed that Tyler’s care for her stemmed from his love for Naomi. That’s why he took extra care of her, like the saying goes, “If you love someone, you will love everything that belongs to

She said, “Okay. I understand, brother–in–la…” But she couldn’t bring herself to say it, and her

words trailed off.

Tyler furrowed his brows for a moment but said nothing. He seemed to have accepted her attempt to address him that way, considering it something an inexperienced child would do

In the end, Olivia didn’t visit Jacob. She called his parents.

She thought that even if Jacob didn’t think of himself, he should think about his parents. Should he really throw away everything they had sacrificed for him just because of her?

The next day, Jacob was finally released from the police station when his parents arrived.

Olivia didn’t go to meet him. Instead, she waited at school. She didn’t inquire about him, and he

her

stayed at school without going home or leaving the premises. However, Naomi called her to ask about Jacob. Olivia assured her that everything was resolved and expressed her gratitude, saying, “Thank you, Naomi. I appreciate

not to

busy in the pantry, but she rushed out when she heard

dropped the tray of pills in her hands in shock.

doctors rushed to

on her way to class after the phone call with Naomi.

Mrs. Jones was calling her

came through as soon as

went blank upon hearing that.

you

her senses and

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over here now.”

up right away, and Olivia rushed

there. Tyler arrived just as the doctor was wheeling Naomi out on a gurney.