Chapter 45. Disrespect

Olivia

“Mama, Uncle Ethan is here!” Rowan burst into my room, his voice bubbling with excitement. “And Mama, your dress is beautiful.” He added, staring at me with admiration.

I smiled with pride. “Thank you, sweetie,” I replied, feeling grateful for his kind words. “Tell Uncle Ethan I’ll be out soon,” I said, giving Rowan a gentle nudge towards the door.

When Rowan left, I did the last part of my makeup and walked over to the floor-length mirror to see my final look. Rowan was right, I looked so good.

With a final glance in the mirror, I grabbed my bag and headed for the living room. As I walked outside, all eyes were on me.

“You look so stunning!” Ethan confessed, a hint of admiration in his voice.

Riley chimed in with a beaming smile. “My mama is so beautiful.”

I blushed, taken aback by their kind words. My simple black bodyco