Chapter 1718

Mary's voice trembled a little as she asked. Olivia answered confidently, "Yes." Meeting Lucian meant going against Tyler and the Harrises, a huge risk for Mary, who was just a nanny. She fell completely silent on the other end. Olivia gently asked again, "Can you?" Mary stammered, "I-I..." "Is this too difficult for you?" Mary didn't respond, and Olivia understood that her silence was an answer in itself. She didn't press further, respecting the difficult position Mary was in. She knew that this was not a request to be made lightly. Eventually, Mary spoke again, curiosity and concern in her voice. "Ma'am, can I ask why you suddenly want to see Lucian alone today?" Mary had to be careful. After all, she was responsible for the boy. If anything happened to him, she would be held accountable. So, no matter how well she treated Olivia, she had to be extra cautious about this. Olivia took a moment before reassuring, "Don't worry. I won't do anything to him. I just want to talk, ju