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.

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

both his hands as he performed the

end. Eric opened his eyes to scan the audience before taking a

go!" Avery knew that Layla was upset and stood

Elliot immediately followed.

dinner, Mom. Let's go and check out his girlfriend!" Layla had gathered her bearings, and at the very

could not imagine who Eric's girlfriend would be. "That's fine! He must have photos of his girlfriend!" Layla

the others followed closely as neither of them had heard that

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 up

tried to pull her back but failed

good at managing your time to look