At that moment, Olivia remembered the arrogance that she had seen on Marina and Krystal's faces.

They were able to be so cocky because they had the love of their families supporting them. Their family would help them no matter what they did.

Things had changed for her, too. She had family. She was no longer alone.

It was getting late. Linus brought her back to the guest room she used to stay in. He stood at the door hesitatingly, with snow still falling heavily outside.

Olivia broke the silence. "Uncle Linus, is there anything else?"

"I had feelings for you before."

Olivia met his gaze and smiled. "Yeah, I know."

It wasn't something he could be proud of. It was going to be something embarrassing he would think back to for years to come.

Olivia could imagine how awkward he was feeling.

She said gently, "Maybe you felt close to me because we're family. I can understand that. Just like how I felt inexplicably close to Mr. Heath."

She was able to do away with the awkwardnes