Chapter 10; Sick Mother

Olivia couldn't contain her excitement as she entered her father's sitting area and immediately started showing off her dance moves. "I'm so happy!" she screamed, dancing non-stop.

Alverdo couldn't help but smile widely as he witnessed his daughter's genuine happiness for the first time. He was glad to be the source of her joy, knowing he had done what any father would do for their daughter. He felt proud to have fulfilled every promise he made to his late wife Riley on her deathbed.

Olivia ran to her father and hugged him tightly, crying on his shoulder. Alverdo quickly heard her sobs and pulled away from the hug to hold her face in his hands, looking into her tear-streaked face.

"Olivia, don't cry, my dear. You should be happy that you're marrying the man you've always wanted," he said, comforting her and pulling her into another hug as she cried harder.

"Dad, I wish Mom could be here to share this happy moment with me, but I'm glad you're fulfilling the promise you made to her. I'm