When Layla heard what Avery said, she calmed down a little.

"Then, I'll still listen to Uncle Mike! He must be doing this for you," Layla muttered.

"Layla, did your Daddy really cry?" Avery could not believe it. She had always thought Elliot to be strong.

"It's true!" Layla replied loudly. "Mommy, why would I lie to you? I saw it myself."

"Oh…" Avery still found it hard to believe. "Layla, could your Daddy be crying about something else?"

"What?" Layla was stunned for a while. "I-I don't know either, but there is nothing for him to cry about in our family! Robert has been good today. He played for a while outside before going to bed. Only I made him angry."

"Layla, don't be sad. Your Daddy will know the truth one day," said Avery, consoling Layla. "It's late. Have you showered?"

"Not yet…"

"Then, go shower and go to bed. When you finish your homework, take Robert to see me. By then, if there is anything, I will tell you two in person," Avery said in a relaxed tone, trying to ca