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The dining hall fell silent at Olivia's words. Maisy's expression changed.
âWhy?â
Olivia had been contemplating this moment for a while. With a
trembling voice, she spoke up, âI've been thinking about this for some
time. I canât accept the bracelet, but I appreciate your kindness.â
Maisy seemed displeased but ignored Olivia's words.
Ana, surprised by Olivia's refusal, questioned, âYou don't like the
bracelet Grandma gave you?"
âIt's not that,â Olivia clarified, her voice uneasy. âIt's just too expensive,
Aunt Ana. I can't accept it.â
Ana wasn't going to let her get a gift? Maisy wanted you to have
away: âDo you think we'd take back it. Are you rejecting her gesture?â
Ana's tone was confrontational, leaving Olivia speechless.
Maisy interjected, her voice filled with disappointment, âAt my age, I
cherish each day. I didn't expect you wouldn't appreciate my gift.â
Olivia's hand trembled as she held the bracelet, feeling overwhelmed
and unsure how to proceed. Grandma, I really canât...â she began, but
Maisy cut her off, visibly annoyed.
Recognizing Olivia's discomfort, Tyler stepped in, âSince it's a gift from
Grandma, you should just keep it.â
Olivia bowed her head. The atmosphere grew increasingly tense, with
Maisy looking more and more
annoyed.
Watching Olivia, Tyler noticed her slowly withdrawing her hand.
Maisy's expression softened into a smile and said, âIt's just a small
token. Don't dwell on it too much.
Ana added, âWear it and don't take it off. Grandma would be upset if
you did, okay?" With that, she directed the maid to clear the table,
effectively ending the discussion.
Clutching the bracelet, Olivia glanced at Tyler, who looked away.
After breakfast, the atmosphere remained strained, so Tyler and Olivia
left promptly.
On their way out, Tyler reassured her, âThe bracelet doesn't matter.
Just keep it.â He didn't want her
to fret over it.
Sitting quietly, Olivia murmured, âI'll give it to my sister.â She felt the
bracelet was a ticking time bomb.
âYour sister hasn't been well lately,â Tyler responded after a pause.
âSince it's meant for you, hold onto it for now. It's just a simple
bracelet.â
Uncertain, Olivia pondered his words, realizing she might have made a
mistake. After a moment of
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silence, she agreed, âOkay.â