The Beginning Of All Sins

The managers didn't linger to chat; they just nodded and hurried off.

When Tyler and Olivia entered the room, everyone remained standing until they were seated. Tyler glanced at Olivia and asked, "Would you like anything in particular?"

The staff brought over the menus and handed one to Olivia.

The managers, who seldom saw Olivia, were not used to seeing such a tender moment between them.

Olivia shook her head, and Camilla, noticing the attention they were attracting, quickly intervened, "Let me pick something she'll enjoy."

Tyler silently handed the menu to Camilla, who then began discussing options with the staff.

Once all the dishes were served, Tyler made sure Olivia was comfortable and deliberately avoided discussing the village. He attentively helped her with her meal, offering gently, "Would you like to try this? Oh, how about this one? It's a bit sweet. Give it a taste."

as Olivia declined everything

glass of orange juice in front of

a reminder from Camilla, Tyler stopped assisting Olivia and shifted the conversation,

perked up and went

while Olivia quietly continued eating. At one point,

her discomfort for boredom and gave her

reporting immediately stopped talking

outside

Olivia shook her head.

by her refusal

comfort, he suggested aga