When His Eyes Opened (full chapter)

Chapter 1082
“I am.” There was no reason for Avery to hide her true feelings in front of Elliot. “I’m afraid that our peaceful lives will be ruined. This has been the happiest time since we’ve been together. I don’t want anything to ruin it, but I know it definitely will be.”
“Cole would not show up here for no reason.
“He and Henry must have some sort of scheme,” thought Avery.
Avery had a strong feeling that Henry would reveal all of Elliot’s secrets tomorrow.
Henry chose tomorrow to do this because the resort will be the most crowded place at the time.
All major media outlets would be present, so revealing things tomorrow would have the biggest impact.
“Our lives won’t be ruined as long as you and the children are by my side.” Elliot’s voice was low and hoarse but filled with magnetism.
“I know things won’t change between us, but I don’t want you to have to suffer such major scrutiny. Even if the truth is exposed, and a majority of people feel the same as me and don’t think you were in the wrong, there would still be plenty of people who would make you the bad guy.” Avery knew she was being greedy. She knew that Elliot would be greatly affected by the exposure of the truth, but even then, he would still try to feign nonchalance.

“How can someone as proud as him be able to endure a scandal like this?” thought Avery.
“I don’t care about what other people think, Avery,” Elliot said as he gazed at Avery. “I’m not that weak. Trust me, alright?”
Avery nodded and said, “I trust you, Elliot. I’ve always trusted you. I’m just not brave enough. I’ll try my best to compose my emotions. Go and take a shower. I’ll keep Robert company for now.”
“Where’s Layla?” Elliot asked as he unbuttoned his shirt. “I haven’t seen her all night.”
“She’s been stuck to Mike! He hasn’t been home for a few days so she’s been missing him a lot.”
“I see. Is Eric arriving tomorrow?”
“He’s got work tonight and said he’ll come over once he wraps up. He’ll probably arrive in the middle of the night, so he asked us not to wait for him.” Avery placed Robert down on the bed, then pulled out his pajamas from the suitcase.
After Elliot entered the bathroom, Mrs. Cooper returned with Layla. Layla was covered in sweat, but judging from her pout, she probably wanted to have more fun. “You reek of alcohol, Layla.” Avery took a sniff of her daughter, then led her to another bathroom for a bath.
The villa they were staying at had four bedrooms two living rooms. Layla and Robert were staying there with Avery and Elliot.
“Why aren’t you and Daddy going out to have some fun, Mommy? They’re playing games out there. It’s a lot of fun!” Layla was standing obediently in the bathtub as Avery helped her with her bath.
“We have to get up early tomorrow. If we stay up late tonight, we won’t be able to wake up in the morning,” Avery said. “You should go to bed early, too. Daddy and I won’t have much time to keep you company tomorrow.”
“I’m not worried! Uncle Eric will be with me tomorrow!” said Layla. She looked slightly spoilt but fearless. “Uncle Eric said he’s taking me for a movie shoot over summer break. I can’t stay at home with you during summer break now, Mommy!”
“Did you already discuss this in private?” Avery sighed.
“That’s right! Didn’t you say it was up to us? You didn’t say anything when Hayden went abroad, so you should let me shoot a movie, too,” said Layla, negotiating with her mother as she puffed her cheeks.
“The two of you are all grown up now. I can’t, nor do I want to, control you,” Avery said as she accepted her fate. “Your father said we won’t bother with you at all once you’re all of age.”