Everly patted Olivia on the shoulder. "Liv, I know you too well. It's the same as back when I scrounged for money to buy a house for that jerk.

"Almost everyone has been through silly times when they thought love was the only thing to live for.

"Look, I'm focusing on earning money now, and I'm equally satisfied."

The two recalled their youthful times, and they felt much better.

Licking her lips, Everly said, "Liv, I'm kinda thirsty. Peel an apple for me, will you?"

She continued without mi