Chapter 1333

As the door slowly opened, the whole room came into view for Olivia. Her eyes landed on Lucian, crouched in the corner. She had thought she would feel brave enough to embrace him right away, but instead, fear gripped her. She stood frozen, unable to move or speak. Mary, noticing Olivia's hesitation, gave her a gentle nudge. "Ma'am." It was a reminder to say something, but Olivia remained silent. At that moment, Lucian looked up. His eyes locked onto hers, but the happiness she had hoped to see wasn't there. Olivia kept her gaze on him, her heart aching with worry. Mary, growing anxious, whispered again, "Ma'am." This time, Olivia took a deep breath and stepped forward, slowly and cautiously, as if any sudden move might scare him. When she was close enough, she whispered, "Lucian…" Her voice was so soft, as if it were a murmur in a dream. Lucian didn't reply. His eyes never left her, his expression unreadable. When Olivia reached the nearest point she dared to approach, her fe