His Eagle Eyes on Me

Avery's head began to hurt as soon as she thought about this.

Her children would not walk down the path that she had laid down for them, and since she and Elliot had gotten married late in life, she could not ask Hayden to marry early either.

She knew that none of her children would ever settle for less, and marriage seemed insignificant if they could not find the one.

"I don't think Hayden needs a psychiatrist. He seems normal to me. Elliot was the same way before, right? Work means everything because he hasn't found someone he likes! Once he finds that person, he might transform into a puppy as Elliot did..."

Avery came close to vomiting when she heard the word 'puppy'.

"Avery, do you think you are going to be a good mother-in-law?" Tammy asked.

Avery had not considered this question in the past because Hayden had never shown any interest in romantic relationships; she would have at least given it some thought if Hayden had brought home a

woman.

interfere with my son's personal life," Avery said. "I was young once, and

has never been in a relationship

a great person in some respects at least. Based on how Hayden's upbringing, I don't think he will commit to just anyone! As long as he

"Will

any say in what Hayden does? Others might listen to Elliot, but Hayden has been independent for so long, and he no longer

It's not fun

You

would be devastated. I can't accept the idea of her

If all the kids leave their nests at least you and I will have each other!" Avery dreamed of life after

games like that

next day, Layla gathered all her belongings and moved to her apartment. The

and Hayden were quiet, and they simply took their seats on the couch

you think this place is a little stuffy?"

living alone so I don't need so much space." Layla