The Beginning Of All Sins

Chapter 163

Colleen wasn’t convinced. “No way! I saw you crying on your bed!”

Olivia spotted Maisy in the hall and approached her, grimacing a little. “Sorry, I woke up late today.” She felt embarrassed for being the only one who hadn’t been up early in the Harris household. It made her seem rude and messy.

Maisy frowned. “Sweetie, you’re apologizing for sleeping in? You were busy! It’s only natural you’d sleep in. When I was your age, I slept even more!”

Before Olivia could respond, Maisy added, “Now, if Tyler bullies you, just tell me. I’ll support you!”

“Yeah, we’ve got your back!” Colleen chimed in.

Olivia had no idea the situation had escalated beyond her control. She was starting to feel a little embarrassed.

Maisy beckoned her over. “Come here, child. I’ll treat you better than that silly boy. Can’t believe he upset you so soon after the wedding!”

Colleen pushed and guided Olivia to sit with Maisy.

at all. It was all in her head, but she had

Ana brought up the issue. “I heard Tyler mistreated you today. Is that true?”

at all, Aunt Ana!”

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her fork and knife down. “Aunt Ana?” she repeated. Keith watched from

Tyler, hoping for guidance, but he

and his wife had always wanted Olivia to address them as

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as her

parents.

grew tense. Suddenly, Tyler turned to Olivia and casually remarked, “Old habits die hard, huh? Well, good thing there’s still a grace period for you!”

Olivia said with great difficulty.

softened. “Now that’s better.”

seem cold sometimes, but we all care for you as our

adjusting to her new role.