The Beginning Of All Sins

However, Tyler released his fist immediately. He glanced at Olivia as he took the box. "What do you plan to do about this?"

He thought she would reject it, but she stretched her hand to him. "Give it to me, Tyler. I'll deal with it myself."

He fell into a momentary silence before saying, "Sure."

He then handed her the box.

Olivia thought the Harrises only cared about the baby's health, while Claude got her a bracelet for her safety. Uncertain of his intentions, she clutched the box tightly.

Tyler noticed how tightly she held onto it, recognizing its significance to her. "Seems like the rumor hasn't altered your impression of him."

To that, she said, "Perhaps he's... misunderstood." Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

She instantly regretted uttering those words, but she clearly couldn't turn back time. She felt as if she were treading into a minefield.

Tyler was digesting what she said, unable to shake the idea that she believed Claude was misunderstood.

"Misunderstood? Who told you that? Do you think we've treated him unfairly?"

"I was merely speculating, Tyler," she quickly clarified, hoping to move past the topic.

However, he continued to gaze at her intently. "Do you understand the gravest taboo in our company?"

His tone was icy. "Those who oppose us. So mind your position and conduct."

Olivia took a deep breath, though she didn't reveal her inner turmoil-she silently calmed herself.

Tyler then averted his gaze, staring straight ahead.

Olivia fell into an uneasy silence.

Upon arriving home, he remained

seated in the car, waiting for her net

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She knew her words had upset him. Without hesitation, she exited the vehicle.

As she closed the door and stood motionless, the car drove off.

At that moment, Ana and Maisy emerged from the living

room,

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'What happened? Why did he leave without entering?' Maisy wondered.

Ana approached Olivia, her expression questioning.

"We've retrieved the amulet, Grandma," Olivia informed them.

"Is Tyler busy?" Maisy asked, puzzled by his refusal to exit the car.

"I'm not sure, maybe," Olivia replied.

Her compliance left Ana with no reason to scold her. "Go to your room."

Olivia acknowledged her and headed towards Maisy. "I'll be in my room,

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Concerned for her well-being, Maisy allowed her to leave.

Upon reaching her room, Olivia opened the box to find the bracelet inside.

Just then, Claude called.