After a long while, she placed it on the dresser and sat down slowly.
Dylan put his arm around her shoulder, offering gentle comfort.
Trying not to disturb her parents, Olivia sobbed quietly.
This was the last thing she wanted for her father.
Being diagnosed with such an illness at his age, the treatment seemed more like torture.
Thinking of this, she cried with restraint, fearing that Cecilia would be devastated if she found out.
The sun gradually descended behind the horizon.
As the light in the bedroom came on, it revealed Olivias swollen eyes. At that moment, Eason woke up and began to cry loudly, startling both of them.
Dylan patted Olivia on the shoulder and said gently, Ill get him.
Go and wash your face, or your mom will get suspicious.
Olivia nodded.
In truth, she loved Mark deeply, and it was impossible for her to hide her sadness.
During dinner, Olivia forced a smile at the table.
When she looked at Mark, her eyes were filled with affection.
Noticing this, Mark teased, Whats going on, sweetheart? Regretting not taking me out shopping with you this afternoon, maybe? Hearing his teasing, Olivia couldnt hold back her tears any longer, and they almost spilled down her cheeks.
Did you two have another argument? Edwin turned to Dylan and inquired.
Dylans smile was bitter.
Yes, another spat, right before dinner.
Mark expressed concern, Why dont you go and comfort her? She should at least finish her meal.
Afterwards, you two can sort out whatever you need to.
Dylan nodded and headed to the bathroom.
When he arrived, he found Olivia already washing her face. He felt sorry for her, but he gently rubbed her nose and said softly, Look at you.
Are you going to finish dinner or not, you poor thing? Olivia shook her head, wary of revealing too much in front of her mother.
Dylan remained silent, taking her hand as they left together.
They entered Marks study.
The small tent was still there, but Olivia had outgrown it and could no longer fit inside.
Dylan sat down on the floor next to Olivia.
He urged her to share stories from her childhood.