Chapter 233 

“What have you been so busy with?Elliot asked as his seething gaze bore into Avery.

Avery finished tending to his wound, then turned and packed up the first aid kit

I’ve been busy with work,” she answered casually.

Youre lying. If its work, then why aren‘t you going to the office?” 

Elliot sat up straight, then grabbed onto Avery’s arm and continued, Youve been giving me a weird vibe recently. I can’t read you at all.” 

Whats there to read?Avery said. Listen, Elliot. Im thankful that you saved me last night and I can buy you dinner... Or I could give you a medal.” 

Elliot was taken by surprise as he released Averys arm and said, I didnt save you for your thanks. Take your daughter and go! Also, that bratty son of yours messed with my home’s power and internet today. If you wont discipline him, then dont mind if I do so myself!” 

I’m sorry,” Avery apologized awkwardly. Ill teach him a lesson when I get back. I promise this wont happen again.” 

Avery put the first aid kit back where she found it, then picked up Layla and prepared to leave

Avery!Elliot called out as he approached her and handed her a box. Happy birthday.” 

landed on the giftbox in his

was inside of it, but she could tell it

Thank you, Elliot...” 

his wish and that there was no need for a gift.

any of that, because Layla already accepted the gift for

was left

relief because he expected Avery to reject

home, Mommy! I miss Hayden and Grandma...” Layla whined sweetly as she nuzzled against

going home

emotions were a mess as she lifted her gaze to look

as they

they were with her, he felt like he could perhaps treat them as

Starry River Villa, Laura finally saw

drive when you’re tired ever again, Avery!

know, Mom. It smells amazing! Did you make my favorite clam chowder?” Avery said as she made her way

was starving, so he sat himself down at the dining

the other hand, Layla pulled her

awesome I was today, Hayden?” Layla

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