Olivia Yorke chose her university in the Capital City. On weekends, when she returned home, Emily Williams clearly noticed her daughter's low spirits.
After dinner, Emily Williams took the initiative to have a heart-to-heart talk with her daughter.
After some casual, inconsequential concern, Emily Williams steered the conversation to the main topic.
"You seem quite dispirited this time back. Is there something on your mind? Do you feel comfortable sharing it with mom?"
Olivia Yorke, wearing a pink nightgown, leaned against the headboard, cuddling a soft plush toy against her chin, silent and without speaking.
"Olivia?" Emily Williams, seeing her daughter's silent demeanor, couldn't help but feel a bit concerned.
Olivia Yorke thought back to that day when she congratulated Oliver Moreland, and he only nodded, without uttering a word to refute the rumors.
The congratulations she gave had an element of probing, and Oliver Moreland's tacit approval made her feel even worse inside.
