The Beginning Of All Sins

Alisa spoke in a hushed tone, but Olivia didn’t react; she simply bowed her head.

Uncertain of what to do next, Alisa paused until Olivia broke the silence, “Let’s go. I just want to see my sister.”

With a brief hesitation, Alisa guided her toward the intensive care unit.

Reaching the doors of the intensive care unit, Olivia stood up from her wheelchair. Suddenly, a voice called out, “Ma’am…”

Turning around, Olivia faced Tyler’s secretary.

Linda, surprised to see her, showed a flicker of shock, but Olivia ignored it, gripping the wheelchair firmly.” I’m here to see my sister,” she stated plainly.

Approaching her, Linda relayed some news, “Ms. Naomi is stable now, so there’s no need to worry.”

Olivia fell silent upon hearing this.

“Are you… okay?” Linda asked, concerned. She hadn’t visited Olivia recently and was out of touch with how she was doing.

“It’s just a sprain. The baby is fine,” Olivia responded, placing a hand on her belly.

Linda smiled in relief. “That’s great then.”

Noticing Linda holding something, Olivia guessed it was food given the time. Linda looked hesitant,

causing her to probe, “Can’t I go in, Linda?”

“The doctors are keeping visits limited since Ms. Naomi is still quite weak,” explained Linda.

“That’s okay. I’ll just stay by the door. Go on,” Olivia replied, giving a slight nod.

Linda hesitated, then turned back to look at Olivia, who returned her gaze. After a moment, she proceeded, opened the door, and entered.

From her spot, Olivia watched as Linda approached Tyler, who was gently dabbing Naomi’s face with a towel, her face bright with a smile.

It was a silent but joyful scene.

Olivia stood frozen, watching, feeling numb.

Inside, Linda announced, “Mr. Tyler, I’ve brought what Ms. Naomi requested.”

Tyler, wanting to keep Naomi’s spirits up, had told everyone to bring her whatever she fancied without

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Hearing this, Tyler placed the towel in a basin of warm water and reached for the food. Just as he took it, Linda added, “Mr. Tyler, Ms. Olivia is outside.”