The Beginning Of All Sins

Olivia was drenched in sweat, unsure if it was from the heater or her fever. A tear lingered at the corner of her eye, her vision blurred by the heat.

Tyler only let go of her arms after a long time. He said, "Lie down."

Complying, Olivia moved her body but kept her gaze fixed on him.

"I'm really okay, Tyler," she repeated.

"I'm not worried about you. I'm worried about the baby," he explained, taking a seat beside her.

Instantly, Olivia understood. With her eyes lowered, she murmured, "I know."

She didn't expect him to be concerned for her.

"Drink some water."

Despite how beaten she looked, Tyler rose and filled a glass from the kettle. Returning to her side, he offered her the water.

Olivia noticed he was still wearing the same clothes as on TV-he must have just returned.

front of her. She felt like she was

helped her up after fetching

moment he carried her. She held her head low, sitting up

to feed her water, but his chin touched the top of her head as soon as he looked

to give her water, his chin

Olivia felt uncomfortably close. She intended to drink the water once upright, only to realize she lacked the strength. Dizziness washed over her, leaving her unable

head spun, leaving her too drained

think. When he lifted

she looked

el?

her fiery red

that she looked like a meek little rabbit

were and fetched the glass of water to her lips

the water the moment

back of her head, his fingers threading through her hair, his tone softened

quickly,

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