"Yes, Mom. It's me," Elliot answered.

Avery choked and began to cough violently.

He actually called her mother "Mom"!

"Here's the thing. Avery said she feels like eating your cooking, but it's not convenient for me to go to your place. I'm thinking of booking a restaurant nearby, and I was wondering if you'll be able to come and cook there," Elliot said in a gentle and calm voice.

"Sure! Just send me the address and I'll be right over," replied Laura.

"Thank you," Elliot said, then hung up the phone and sent an address to Laura.

Avery stared at him in complete shock, completely bewildered by his actions.

"Are you insane? I was just simply saying that… You actually called my mom out to cook for me?!" Avery exclaimed. "You never used to take my words seriously. What's going on with you?"

"I'll take you seriously from now on," Elliot said as his eyes and tone turned serious.

A wave of warmth washed over Avery and turned her cheeks red. She felt like she could hear her heart thump