Chapter 1432

Claude said, "Turn on the heat." This time, Olivia stayed silent. Seeing her lack of response, Claude decided to do it himself. He walked over and switched on the heater in her room. As the warmth slowly filled the space, Olivia remained seated with her eyes closed. Her body language clearly showed she didn't want to talk to him. Claude stood there for a moment, watching her. He didn't move closer, nor did he leave. The room seemed frozen in time, with no sounds to break the stillness. Finally, he broke the silence. "Rest soon," he said softly. He reached over and turned off the lights, plunging the room into darkness. Then, he stood there in the quiet for a few moments before stepping out and closing the door behind him. * The next morning was cold and foggy. Olivia sat on the edge of her bed, staring out the window. She'd been awake for a while but hadn't moved much. The door opened, and Claude stepped in. Olivia didn't even glance at him. He paused in the doorway, watchi