The Beginning Of All Sins

Olivia wiggled in Tyler's arms and lifted her head to glance at Maisy. Maisy's eyes were filled with eager tears. Olivia shook her head shyly and buried her face in Tyler's sleeve again.

Alisa was surprised by Olivia's reactions. In the past, Olivia had always been distant from Tyler, but now she trusted him. Alisa wondered if this was a good sign.

Tyler patted Olivia's head as she clung to him tighter. His voice was unexpectedly cheerful as he reassured her, "Don't be scared. It's just Grandma, Olivia."

Olivia kept hiding in his arms like a shy kitten. Seeing this, Tyler stopped pushing her to interact with people she didn't know well. He gently held her cheek and gave Maisy a flat look. "She's still getting used to things."

Maisy had never seen Olivia so fearful, and it made her feel sad and helpless. "What did the doctor say? Can she be treated?" she asked.

"It will take

sighed and fell

Tyler told Maisy, "She's scared. I'll take her back

nodded. "Okay, take her inside. Have the doctor see

agreed. Looking down at Olivia, he asked gently,

his soft voice, Olivia nodded. Tyler chuckled, then led her back to the room, Olivia following quietly

her feelings mixed. She stood

Olivia to the couch, but she stayed in his arms. He gently eased her away from him, reassuring her,

looked up at him with