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.

calmly, "It

sighed and

Tyler told Maisy,

"Okay, take her

Looking down at Olivia, he asked gently, "Shall we

Olivia nodded. Tyler chuckled, then led her back to the room, Olivia following quietly and

go, her feelings mixed. She stood there as they disappeared into the

Tyler took Olivia to the couch, but she stayed in his arms. He gently eased her away

felt safer and looked up at him with a blank