From a Wrong Turn to Mr. Right novel Chapter 230

Olivia Bennett had been thinking the same thing herself.

Adelina Lane’s eyes lit up as she said, “Why don’t you move in over here, Olivia? Ethan’s always at the Carter Group during the day. You’d be bored at home alone, but if you stay here, you’ll have me and Grandma for company. I could tag along if you need to go out for anything, and honestly, it’ll be a lot more convenient than you rattling around by yourself.”

Lily George, her grandmother, nodded in agreement. “That sounds like a great idea.”

Olivia didn’t answer right away. She glanced over at Ethan Carter, searching his face.

“It’s up to you,” Ethan said, giving her hand a reassuring squeeze. “If you move in, I’ll come over too.”

Truthfully, he hoped she would. Like Adelina had said, he was out so much of the time, and he worried about her being alone. Knowing Adelina and Grandma would be around to keep her company gave him peace of mind.

But in the end, it was Olivia’s choice.

Without any more hesitation, Olivia thought for a moment and then nodded. “Alright, let’s do it.”

Adelina beamed. “If you need anything, let me know. I’ll have someone run out to Hill’s Grocery and pick it up for you.”

Olivia laughed. “No rush! There’s no need to get everything at once.”

Adelina was so enthusiastic, Olivia almost worried she’d have the whole place redecorated before dinner.

Ethan said, “I’ll take care of it.” His tone left no room for argument, and Adelina relented with a gentle smile.

A housekeeper arrived with a tray of fresh fruit and snacks—strawberries, grapes, little tea cookies.

Olivia’s eyes landed on the strawberries, and before she could reach for one, Ethan picked one up and held it out to her. She grinned and took a bite, her eyes crinkling in pleasure.

Ethan watched her, lips curving into a smile. “Is it that good?”

Olivia nodded. “It’s really sweet.”

“Let me try.” He grabbed one himself and popped it into his mouth.

Olivia smiled back, taking in Elaine’s fresh face—no makeup, just a natural glow. She looked more like the girl-next-door than the movie stars she sometimes saw on TV.

Adelina grinned. “Ethan and Olivia say the strawberries are amazing. You should try one.”

Elaine looked intrigued and took a berry. “These are great! But since when do you like strawberries, Ethan? You used to turn up your nose every time I brought them home.”

Adelina chuckled, her eyes twinkling. “He’s got a soft spot for anything Olivia likes.”

Elaine paused, looking between Olivia and Ethan, and then smiled knowingly.

Olivia, feeling the weight of everyone’s gaze, wished she could melt into the couch cushions. Thankfully, the teasing didn’t last long and the conversation drifted to other things—news, plans for the weekend, family stories.

The afternoon slipped by in easy conversation, everyone gathered together in the living room, laughter and sunlight filling the space. When they got tired of the porch, they moved inside, sprawling on couches and armchairs, the house humming with contentment.

Around four o’clock, Lance Carter came home, bringing two friends along with him.