Olivia's pale expression was strikingly evident as Tyler edged closer to her neck. Feeling herself on the verge of collapse, she pushed him away and rose from his lap. She took several steps back before managing to stand still, her lips tightly pursed. "I'm tired. I'd like to go home."

As Tyler gripped the chair handle, his bright eyes fixed on her-- the charm that had enveloped him moments ago dissipated.

"Aren't you going to do what you're supposed to do?" he asked.

Struggling with pain, Olivia responded with silence.

Tyler pressed on, "Are you no longer concerned about Jacob's future?"

She could not care for anyone else when she could barely save herself. If her resistance brought peril to Jacob, then he would have to fend for himself.

In a hoarse voice, she apologized, "I'm sorry to have troubled you, Tyler."

left

his drowsiness

she couldn't win Tyler's heart as Ana wished, fully aware

to manipulate her however she pleased,

suddenly felt a sense of relief-a gratification born

night, citing illness, Olivia hastily

e

had orchestrated Olivia's stay with Tyler, never anticipated her swift departure after just two

icy. "What's this? Did you not hear me? Are

in fear, uncertain of what

a stoic expression, she uttered, "I'm

once held

could assist in their quest to control the Harrises. However, it became evident that Olivia

all, she was Naomi's

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