Flora observed Olivia’s reaction and offered a reassuring squeeze to her hand.

“Dylan’s going to make a wonderful father, you know.

And besides, he’s a handsome fellow-tall, no Less—and sweet on you, right?”

Upon hearing Flora’s words, Olivia’s face brightened with a smile, and a soft glow of happiness appeared in her eyes.

With Raphael’s presence, her thoughts naturally drifted to the fact that he was the father of her child.

Still, she was grateful for her newfound emotional steadiness.

Her feelings for Dylan were genuine.

He was not a stand-in for anyone else.

She truly enjoyed Dylan’s company.

Olivia and Flora continued their conversation until dusk approached, which was when Dylan was supposed to pick her up.

Work had snagged him, so he was running late.

best of the extra time, Olivia set

down the road were a sight to behold

concern, wishing to accompany her, but Olivia reassured her

limber as

laugh, Flora conceded, “Indeed, you seem

mood turned somber as she remembered, “Your mother

weighed

touch gentle on

“Be kind to yourself.

“I will,” Olivia promised.

need to worry

to Flora, Olivia continued

behind them, yet they still stood Lush and

cafe, she treated herself to a freshly squeezed juice, enjoying the simple pleasure of

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