"Mike, Layla, and Robert are still living with him, so I would very much like to avoid conflict with him," said Avery, expressing her concern. "I am willing to accept the fact he wants to destroy my company. You don't have to tell him off because of that."

"You are being a coward!" Mike complained. "Don't underestimate Layla! If Elliot corners her, Layla is going to fight back. He won't mistreat the kids. They are his kids, too."

Avery sobered at Mike's words. She had always known it, but she simply could not bring herself to take the gamble. She had never imagined Elliot to be so ruthless so as to actually try and destroy her company, and she was concerned that he might lose all senses if he was provoked.

"Just rest! Don't overthink this. If he mistreats Layla and Robert, I will find a way to take them away. I'm always around, so just relax," Mike consoled her after seeing the hesitation on her face.

"Mike, thank you for everything you've done so far," Avery said. "It's been quit