Chapter 9


    The next morning, Mrs. Jones didn’t inquire about the details of the previous night when Olivia caine


    downstairs, nor did she ask where they had gone. She simply served her a bowl of soup.


    Olivia was afraid that she would ask. The uneasiness of having her privacy invaded had been bothering


    her. She felt as if she had been exposed to the world, naked and vulnerable.


    After finishing the soup, she said, “I’m going to school now.” She had taken leave earlier, and since it


    had ended yesterday, she needed to return to school.


    “Alright, go ahead,” Mrs. Jones replied.


    Olivia didn’t say anything more and left the house. She took a taxi to school while holding her phon


    With her head down, she nced at the screen. There was a phone number, and it disyed Tyler’s


    name. He had saved it in her phonest night for convenience, he had said.


    She held onto her phone tightly.


    Today, she had a physical education ss, which was an elective. They ranps on the field while the


    teacher blew the whistle. Olivia usually had good stamina, but today was different. She found herself


    panting after running just twops.


    She felt weak and tired.


    Afterward, the teacher allowed them to do as they pleased.


    Sophie Pearce, Olivia’s friend, caught up to her. She grabbed her shoulders and asked, “Is it true that


    you and Jacob have broken up?”


    Olivia didn’t want to hear Jacob’s name. She tried to leave, but Sophie held onto her arm. “Olivia.”


    Reluctantly, she stopped and replied, “Yes.”


    “But you usually need a reason to break up. Is it because he’s from an ordinary family?” Sophie asked.


    Olivia shook her head. She had neverined about Jacob. On the contrary, she envied him. He


    had a peaceful and loving family with parents who cared for him.


    That was why she dreamed of having her own house after getting married to him. It did not have to be


    big. She would be happy that they could live together.


    However, she didn’t say anything in response to Sophie’s question. She was too exhausted. She


    panted as she made her way to a nearby chair and sat down.


    Sophie noticed that Olivia seemed out of sorts today, so she asked, “Do you want to have lunch with


    me? My parents are hosting a gathering with some influential people. Let’s go check it out.”


    Sophie came from a wealthy family in the banking industry, and she was considered a second-


    generation rich kid. She attended gatherings that ordinary students could only dream of being invited


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    olivia had no interest in such events


    But Sophie persisted, shaking her and saying, “Come on, Olivia. 68 with me”


    With no other option, Olivia reluctantly agreed, “Okay”


    So they went to lunch together at noon.


    However, as they arrived at the luxurious hotel, Olivia began to regret her decision. Unfortunately,


    Sophie didn’t give her a chance to back out, dragging Olivia into the elevator


    The elevator doors closed before Olivia could react, and she falled to notice the mysterious smile on


    Sophie’s face.


    Olivia was hesitant as the elevator doors opened. She had never attended such a gathering before,


    and anxiety coursed through her. “Forget it, Sophie. I don’t think I can do this.”


    But Sophie forcefully pulled her along and said, “Don’t worry, you’ll be fine. Let me tell you, it’s a rare


    opportunity to meet these powerful tycoons. I’ll show you a surprise.


    Before Olivia could object further, Sophie opened a dark wooden door. Olivia looked up when she


    heard the noise.


    Inside the room, there was arge round table, a dazzling chandelier hanging above it, and crystal


    clear wine sses adorning the table. The people sitting around the table were of unknown identity and


    background, but they looked stunning.


    Olivia’s eyes widened when she saw Jacob, whom she hadn’t seen in a long time, under the bright


    lights. He was raising his ss in a toast, bowing humbly to Tyler.


    Tyler, dressed in a ck suit with a dark blue tie, held a wine ss and looked at Jacob, who was


    toasting him with humility.


    Jacob was also in a suit, but it seemed ordinary on him. Standing in front of Tyler, he appeared


    insignificant.


    Clearly, this was a gathering of power and wealth, leaving Olivia in shock.


    Sophie leaned in and whispered to her, “I arranged for my parents to introduce Jacob to some


    influential people. Even my parents have to show them respect. Don’t worry, he’ll rise in the future.


    Remember how arrogant he used to be at school? I was worried he wouldn’t be humble, but he’s doing


    great!”


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    Olivia barely registered what Sophie was saying. She was fixedly staring at the two figures before her..


    In just a few seconds, Tyler heard themotion and turned to look. From a distance, he saw Olivia


    standing at the door.


    He frowned. “Olivia?”


    “Olivia!”


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    Two different voices, belonging to two different men, called her name at the same time.