Chapter 1689

Layla stared as Olivia cried, her tears streaming down like a broken necklace of pearls. Her hands could only wipe away the tears that wouldn't stop falling. "Enough, Olivia. I truly believe this all shows how much he loved you," Layla said softly. "Really?" Olivia tried to smile, but it was more a grimace, her cheeks twitching with the effort. After a pause, she whispered, "So what? Does loving someone mean they can be together?" She laughed, but it only made her tears fall faster. Layla kept her focus on Olivia, silently supporting her. Olivia continued to drink. When she drained the last can of beer, she crushed it in her palm. The sharp sound of the crushed can pierced the air, stark and clear. After drinking two large cans of beer, Olivia felt the edges of drunkenness creeping in. She didn't want to keep sinking like this, losing herself in alcohol again. She set the can down with resolute finality. Her hands came up to her face, pressing against her skin as if trying to g