Chapter 473

The high fever left Olivia too weak to stay awake, and she succumbed to sleep almost instantly, despite the tense atmosphere. Tyler rose from the couch once she drifted off. At that moment, a hotel staff member entered with a pail of water at the perfect temperature. He swiftly dismissed the staff and retrieved a towel from the pail before heading to the bed. Intent on soothing Olivia, he prepared to wipe her neck and forehead. As he settled beside her, the moonlight bathed them both. His gaze upon her held a predatory intensity, mixed with complex emotions. He positioned himself above her like a lion eyeing its prey, his cold stare softened when Olivia stirred. He gently placed his hand on hers, which rested on her stomach. * The following morning, Tyler left Olivia's room at dawn, returning to his own. Although he hadn't slept a wink throughout the night, he was not tired. He sat on a chair and lit a cigarette. Camilla arrived to begin her workday, approaching him as he sti