Chapter 182 Diamonds

As Olivia stirred awake, a smile blossoming on her face, John forced a smile of his own, the mask firmly in place. "Good morning, darling," he said, his voice saccharine sweet. "Good morning, John," Olivia purred, reaching out to pull him into a tight embrace. John steeled himself, the memory of their forced intimacy still fresh in his mind. He played along, offering an unconvincing kiss on her cheek. The day stretched on in a similar vein. They embarked on another shopping spree, Olivia lavishing herself on expensive jewelry and designer clothes. John endured the ordeal, his mind preoccupied with formulating a plan. He needed to be subtle, to avoid arousing Olivia's suspicion. During lunch at a luxurious restaurant, John decided to test the waters. "So, Olivia," he said casually, "any exciting business deals planned for your… honeymoon trip?" Olivia's smile faltered for a brief moment, a flicker of something akin to fear crossing her features. "Business?" she recovered quickly, he