His Eagle Eyes on Me

She picked up her spoon, scooped up a chunk of meat, and took a bite. She instantly choked on the spice.

She tossed the spoon and hastily poured herself a glass of water.

"Why is this so spicy? Did I put in too much pepper?" she mumbled to herself.

The stew smelled perfect, but it was far too spicy for Layla's liking.

She was used to the lighter flavors of meals at home, and though she would occasionally dine out with her friends, she could only tolerate food that was mildly spicy.

After finishing her water, she sat back down in her chair and thought of ways to get rid of the spice. Finally, she placed a bowl of water next to her and submerged the meat in the water to wash off some of the spices, so that she would not choke again, before taking another bite.

Just then, her phone started ringing.

It was a video call from Avery, and Layla immediately answered it.

"Darling, I saw the photos you posted. Are you having stew tonight?" Avery asked.

the camera and showed Avery

had accidentally added too much spice to it as she was too embarrassed to admit that

red. It must be quite spicy, right?" Avery

what I'm used to, but

there're plenty of leftovers! The house feels so

away from you. If you say things like

just miss you. If you are happy on your own, I will try and get used to it. I just want you to be happy." Avery smiled at

to face herself. "Where is

found out that I'm video

felt an explosion of feeling

could have bought some meat stew from a restaurant if that's what you wanted to eat. It's so troublesome to cook it yourself. saw the photo

so worried that he had

his appetite.

her first day away from home, and she could already feel herself wavering. "Dad, it

wash the dishes yourself, too? Don't do it. I will send a servant over." Elliot did

You don't need to get someone else to wash it for me. Don't worry about me. I'm