Chapter 1040

Avery was just about to ask Layla who told her that when Eric arrived.

"Mommy, Uncle Eric is here!" Layla said and ran to the courtyard.

"Layla, watch out!" Avery chased after her.

Outside the courtyard, a car came to a stop. Eric came out of the car.

"Avery, I'm taking Layla. When she has had enough fun, I'll send her back." Eric walked over to Avery and looked at her tenderly.

"You're always helping with the children every holiday," Avery said, "Is this really alright for you?"

"If Layla is not with me, I'll be even more bored." Eric held Layla's hand. "We'll make a move. We'll call you once we have reached."

"Okay, have a safe journey."

After Avery sent Layla off, the entire villa was truly empty. The children were not at home, so Avery got the other servants to take off too. At that moment, there was only a bodyguard at home, ensuring her safety.

Avery headed to the kitchen to clean the dishes and utensils they used that morning. Then, she went to the storage room to look