Chapter 59
While on their way home, Tyler received a phone call from Naomi. They
were still holding hands, but the moment Olivia heard Naomi's voice,
she immediately withdrew her hand, as if shocked.
Tyler sensed her nervousness as she pulled away but didn't look at her.
Instead, he gazed down, recognizing her unease.
Naomi sounded cheerful on the phone, âTyler, it's my birthday
tomorrow. I'd like to come home to celebrate, what do you say? Staying
in the hospital is so dull, and I really don't want to spend another
birthday here.â
Olivia hadn't realized that tomorrow was Naomi's birthday. She
clenched her. teeth, trying to shrink into the background as much as
possible.
Tyler didnât reach for her hand again, allowing her to sit there quietly.
He replied to Naomi, âYour health might not handle it. There are many
bacteria outside,
after all.â
But Naomi persisted, sounding somewhat coquettish, âJust do it for me
this one time, Tyler. It's agonizing being in the hospital. Consider it my
birthday wish.â
He thought for a long time. âWe should discuss this with your parents.â
Naomi was well-prepared. âThey've already agreed. They said to ask
you.â How could he say no to that? After her plea, he agreed, âAlright,
I'll make the arrangements.â
Naturally, Naomi was thrilled with his decision. âGreat, thank you,
Tyler.â She continued chatting for a bit before they hung up.
Tyler then glanced at Olivia, who was sitting beside him.
She asked, âI-Is it Naomiâs birthday tomorrow?â
He replied softly, âYes.â
âI canât believe I forgot.â In truth, it wasn't that she had forgotten. They
hadn't been communicating much, so her birthday had simply slipped
her mind.
âI'll get her a gift,â she mumbled to herself.
The moment they had held hands earlier now felt like an illusion.
Tyler remained silent, offering no response.
The following day, Olivia headed to the mall in the morning to purchase
a gift for
Naomi. She wasn't quite sure what to get her but ultimately settled on a
bracelet after checking out various stores.
Almost immediately after, she received a call from Naomi, who asked
her to come home. Naomi was dressing up and couldn't decide what to
wear. She wanted Olivia's opinion.
Upon entering Naomi's room, Olivia found her sitting at her vanity,
considering two elegant gowns in red and white. Despite the
sophistication of the dresses, Naomi's frail appearance couldn't be
concealed.
Seeking Olivia's advice, Naomi asked, âShould I wear red or white,
Olivia?"
Olivia responded, âYou'd look better in red.â
Naomi took her input seriously, saying, âI think red is a good choice, but
it might be too vibrant.â
Quick to reassure her, Olivia said, âNo, you'll look stunning in red,
Naomi.â
Naomi chuckled after hearing Olivia's words. âRed it is then.â
Olivia went to the designer to get the gown on the mannequin after
Naomi made her choice. However, as Naomi looked down, she spotted
a love bite on Olivia's neck.
The smile on her face froze.