The Beginning Of All Sins

Tyler took the phone from Camilla and answered it, coming to a halt when he glimpsed who stood at the door.

Ana's voice echoed from the other end of the call. "Tyler, Olivia wants to explore the city you're heading to, so I convinced her to join you. She's waiting by your car with her bags."

Olivia stood by his car, her demeanor betraying a hint of nerves, though she made an effort to conceal it.

Tyler's gaze remained fixed on her as Ana continued speaking.

Unsure of what he might make of her presence, Olivia stood still and initiated the conversation, "Your mother suggested I accompany you on the trip."

He was still staring at her. She didn't strike him as particularly compliant. Putting aside the food she had sent him the other day, now Ana had coerced her into this. It piqued his curiosity-what leverage did Ana hold over her?

Ana's voice persisted, "Take good care of her, Tyler. Enjoy yourselves."

With that, she hung up.

his phone

this trip?" His gaze carried a hint of intimidation. "Are you

Olivia stood her

she do to you?" he asked calmly, his

a bother during the trip. Just drop me off at the

the feeling that Olivia possessed the ability

delicate flower with an

mutual feelings

to Camilla. "Arrange for a taxi to take

he strode past

caught hold of his arm.

grip prevented him from walking

implored, "I promise not to disrupt your plans.

His demeanor turned frigid.

checked into a hotel where the staff was still tidying up the room while she headed