Chapter 159

The elders showered Olivia with gifts, leaving her feeling overwhelmed. She glanced at Tyler, who simply instructed her to accept them. As the dinner dragged on for three hours, Olivia grew increasingly exhausted. Tyler, having drunk wine, appeared weary as well. Returning to their room, Olivia noticed Tyler's red eyes. "Are you alright? If you're hungry, I can ask the maid to bring something up," she offered. Tyler, appearing somewhat intoxicated, replied with a curt "Yes," before unbuttoning his shirt and collapsing onto the couch. He rested his forehead on his hand, looking pale and drained under the harsh light. Concerned, Olivia watched him silently. The room was quiet, and after standing there for some time, Olivia began to feel the onset of fatigue, and her skin became sticky. This unfamiliar room made her feel uneasy. She turned to Tyler and asked, "Can I take a shower?" Tyler, still resting his head in his hand, mumbled a nonchalant "Yes," without opening his eyes.