Chapter 34

Nathaniel found Olivia in her art studio, lost in the world of her latest creation. He cleared his throat to announce his presence, and she looked up with a charming smile.

"Hey, Nathaniel" Olivia greeted him, setting her paintbrush down. "You're back early. How was your day?"

Nathaniel took a deep breath and decided to address James's unusual request right away. "It was good, Olivia. But something came up today," he began, choosing his words carefully. "James, my friend, would like to meet you this weekend."

Olivia's brows furrowed with a mix of surprise and suspicion. "James wants to meet me? Why? I mean, I've heard you talk about him, but I didn't think we'd cross paths. Nathaniel are you sure you...not.."

Nathaniel shrugged slightly. "Honestly, I'm not entirely sure. He mentioned having a hunch about you, he said he'd like to get to know the woman who's had such an impact on my life recently."

Olivia regarded him, her eyes narrowing. "It just seems a bit strange, Nathaniel. I mean