Olivia took a moment to think over Tyler''s question. Ana watched her intently before Olivia finally
answered, "That''s fine. I''m not doing anything anyway." "Okay, let''s go then," Tyler responded simply.
And so, Olivia ended up going with Tyler. Ana, feeling relieved and happy, went back to her card game
while Olivia apanied Tyler to another room for dinner.
The conversation at dinner mostly revolved around work, with Olivia sitting quietly next to Tyler. Under
the soft lighting, herplexion appeared somewhat yellowish.
"Just let me know if there''s anything you don''t want to eat or if you need anything," Tyler told her.
"Okay," Olivia replied politely, maintaining herposure.
Suddenly, a group of women dressed in kimonos entered and sat next to Tyler''s colleagues.
Olivia was taken aback by the unexpected addition but tried to remain calm.
Tyler, seeming unfazed as if he was used to all this, nced at her. "I''ll have someone bring you water
instead of tea."
"O-Okay," Olivia stuttered slightly, her nerves showing when a woman in a kimono positioned herself
next to Tyler.
Since she was sitting next to him, the woman didn''t know what to do.
Tyler told the woman, "Don''t worry about it. You can leave us."
The woman nodded and moved away.
This was all new to Olivia, who had initially thought the gathering was a simple meal but now realized it
was more than that. Tyler offered no exnations, instead focusing on his guests. "Thanks for helpingOwned by N?velDrama.Org.
me, everyone. Dinner''s on me today, so order whatever you like," he announced to the table.
The atmosphere was a bit strained, with the men being somewhat reserved around Olivia. They
managed a dry chuckle, "We might not be as experienced as you, Tyler, but we''re sure to enjoy the
meal." Tyler smiled warmly. "It''s my pleasure to host you. Have a great evening."
The men seemed to find reassurance when they nced at Olivia and noticed she didn''t appear too
ufortable. Encouraged, they each reached for the woman sitting next to them and began to drink.
As the evening progressed, the men loosened up, engaging with the women who expertly poured wine
directly into their mouths.
Olivia watched ufortably, wishing she could close her eyes and block it all out. She wasn''t
ustomed to such environments.
Tyler, meanwhile, ignored her reaction, sipping his tea and enjoying thepany. After the meal, he
mingled freely, sharing jokes and stories about work.
This side of Tyler waspletely new to Olivia. He joked, drank, and stayed calm throughout the night.