The Beginning Of All Sins novel (Olivia and Tyler)

"Understood, sir," Camilla affirmed, leaving the hotel room to check Ana's actions concerning Olivia.

Meanwhile, Olivia stood before the bathroom mirror, clutching the sink tightly.

Ana had urged her to accompany Tyler on a business trip. In the past, Olivia would have acquiesced without hesitation, but this time, she was unwilling.

When she attempted to decline, Ana resorted to threatening Jacob's job, knowing they had a history together.

Although Olivia had moved on from Jacob, she hesitated to jeopardize his future. Consequently, she refrained from opposing Ana, fearing potential repercussions. This reluctance led her to join the trip, despite her reluctance.

Caught in a dilemma, Olivia struggled to devise a solution. She knew she shouldn't let Ana control her but felt powerless.

Could she risk antagonizing Ana?

Taking a deep breath, Olivia felt defeated.

Clearly, that wasn't an option.

Noticing the silence from the bathroom, Tyler glanced in that direction as he waited in the room.

"Do you need help?" he asked.

Hearing him, Olivia realized she had been in the bathroom for too long. With a sigh, she released her grip on the sink and emerged, composing herself.

Tyler observed her as she stepped out, noting her pale face.

"Aren't you here for a vacation? What's wrong? Are you not adjusting to the climate?" he asked, his tone flat.

Standing before him, Olivia appeared far from relaxed.

"No, I'm just not feeling well," she confessed, her mind heavy with thoughts.

Tyler glanced at her abdomen and suggested, "Rest if you're unwell. Lie down on the bed."

Realizing they were sharing the same room, Olivia hesitated and clutched her clothes. "Where would you sleep if I took the bed?" she asked.

Understanding her concern and her unspoken consideration, Tyler scoffed.

"Just lay down," he insisted before exiting the room.

Relieved to see him depart, Olivia sighed again.

As Tyler stepped outside, Camilla, having just ended a call, turned her attention to him. "Sir," she called out.

"What did you discover?" Tyler asked.

"I spoke with a maid at your family's residence. She mentioned a man named Jacob," Camilla recounted, slowing her pace. "It seems your mother discovered Mrs. Harris' past relationship with him, forcing her to accompany us."

Tyler had suspected as much. Few things could sway Olivia, and Jacob was one of them.

Yet, he was surprised by Jacob's lingering influence, given their long-ended relationship. A hint of cynicism crept onto his face.

"You may leave," he instructed Camilla.