Chapter 68

Ana greeted her mother with a smile, “Mom, I brought a guest.” The old lady scoffed. “I wonder who you’ve brought this time.” Ana stepped away after hearing that and turned to the door. The old lady looked at the person standing at the door with a frown and asked, “Who is this?” Ana wore a cryptic smile and refrained from answering her mother directly. Instead, said, "Olivia, come here and meet grandma." The old lady couldn't quite decipher Ana's intentions for this surprise introduction. Olivia hesitated for a moment, then, as if programmed, approached the old lady while Ana observed her every move. Olivia mustered the courage to address her, "Grandma." The unexpected encounter with so many members of the Harris family in one day had left Olivia feeling overwhelmed. Ana stepped in to clarify, "She's Naomi's sister, Olivia." The old lady's initial smile gave way to seriousness. “Naomi’s sister?” Ana merely smiled and said nothing. The old lady's demeanor toward Olivia