His Eagle Eyes on Me

"Throughout the years you've known me, I've always been absorbed in my work and so has she... Oh, I guess I can tell you that she's a doctor," Eric said, before turning his head to signal the staff to start the music.

Instantly, the prelude of 'Goodbye' began, and Avery stole a nervous glance at Layla.

Layla was shaken and simply stared at the stage in confusion with a frown on her face. "Honey, who's Eric's girlfriend?" Elliot had never heard of any mention of Eric's girlfriend. "I don't know! He didn't say anything to me."

"Oh... Layla, what's wrong?" Elliot noticed the odd look on his daughter's face.

"Don't ask," Avery said before taking Layla's hands. "Layla, why don't we head home?"

Despite the piercing pain in her heart, Layla knew exactly where she was. Not only were her parents next to her, their family friends, and others were around as well. If she lost control, she would embarrass herself and her parents.

the last song. Let's listen to it." Layla lowered her head and took out the thermal flask she had in

at the stage and saw Eric holding the microphone with both his hands as he performed the last song of

an end. Eric opened his eyes to scan the audience

Layla was upset and stood from

Elliot immediately followed.

his girlfriend!" Layla had gathered her bearings, and

girlfriend would be. "That's fine! He must have photos of his girlfriend!" Layla said before dragging

followed closely as neither

to use him for his fame. People who knew Eric in person all knew that he was solely focused on his work and had never wanted a girlfriend, nor did he have the time to find one. Once they arrived backstage, Layla marched

to pull her

you were busy with rehearsals. You must be really good at managing your time