Hayden looked at Chad and asked astutely, "Is Elliot dead?"
Chad's words were stuck in his throat. He said, "Hayden, as the eldest son of the family, this is the time you need to care for Layla, because your mother—"
"What happened to Mommy?" Hayden furrowed his brows.
"Your mother has passed out. I'm afraid her suffering will truly start when she wakes up."
Hayden instantly lowered his gaze. He could not hide the sadness in his eyes.
Chad looked at him carrying his bag, slowly returning t