Chapter 153

Claude stood and watched from afar.

When they arrived at Harris Residence, Tyler helped Olivia out.

Curious about the meal, Olivia watched as they approached the main door. A man approached Tyler, saying, “Your father’s been waiting.”

Tyler’s expression remained cold as he replied, “Okay,” then turned to Olivia. “It’s just a simple meal.

“Oh.” Olivia frowned, unsure of what was happening. She had never met Tyler’s father and wasn’t expecting to meet him today.

Inside, Olivia spotted a man at the end of the dining table–Tyler’s father, Keith Harris.

Nervously, Olivia walked beside Tyler, feeling the scrutiny of everyone at the table as they stopped.

Keith spoke up, “Why haven’t we heard about your wedding?”

Ana, sitting beside Keith, looked at Tyler with a smile.

Maisy glanced at Olivia’s belly, asking, “Are you pregnant? Is that why you rushed into marriage?”

Olivia thought their registration was a secret. Now, it appeared the whole family was in the know, leaving her uneasy. She couldn’t help but speculate how things would turn out once the Harrises became involved.

Feeling exposed, she denied it quickly, “No, Grandma, I’m not pregnant. We just-”

But Maisie cut her off, “Not pregnant? So you got married because you’re in love? That’s wonderful. I support that.”

Olivia was at a loss for words.

Although Keith was surprised and upset about the sudden marriage, since it was done, he couldn’t say much, especially seeing Olivia’s meek demeanor. He suggested, “Even though you’re.registered, you should still have a wedding ceremony, with gifts and jewelry.”

Olivia felt more anxious, glancing at Tyler.

Tyler’s cousin chimed in, “We want wedding cake!”

Under the scrutiny and pressure, Tyler spoke quietly, “Olivia hasn’t graduated yet, so we want to keep it low–key. But I’ll give her gifts and jewelry.”

Olivia’s hand trembled.

Keith had a few things to say about them not having a ceremony, but he conceded, “I’ll “I’ll leave it up to you. But there should still be some formalities.”

Caine 153 As Keith suggested they take their seats, Ana said, “We can plan the ceremony later, but we should inform the necessary people. Tyler, when should we invite our close friends for dinner?

Olivia, already seated, froze