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Michael watched them go, then turned to Olivia. “I’m sorry about all this, Olivia. That was uncalled for.” His eyes were apologetic, but also tired, this was not the first scene of its kind he had witnessed with Ryan and Samantha.

Olivia, still shaken, managed a weak smile. “Do you know them, Michael?” she asked, trying to understand what just happened.

Michael nodded. “Yeah, we've had a few run-ins before. Ryan’s got a stubborn grudge, and it seems he can’t let it go.”

Olivia sighed, her eyes reflecting her worry. “Please be careful, Michael. People like that can be dangerous.”

Michael nodded in agreement. “I will be, Olivia. Thanks.” He then turned to Emily, who had been silent the whole time. “Olivia, we were actually planning to have lunch after shopping here. But I understand if you're not up for it, given what just happened.”

Olivia shook her head sadly. "I'd have loved to, but this whole affair has spoiled my appetite," she confessed.

Michael smiled understandingly. "Maybe s
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