Elliot could not help but chuckle. "I do really want to go with you, but I will stay put if you tell me to do so. It's cold out there so wear more layers."

"Yeah." Avery was touched by his words. "Elliot, I don't really know what to do with myself when you are this obedient. I wanted to cheer you up, but it seems like that's not necessary."

"Cheer me up, then," he said.

"Haha, when I come home." She blushed and quickly finished her breakfast, before wiping her mouth clean with a piece of tissue. "Elliot, it's the weekend so you should relax for a bit. Don't work. If you are bored, you can invite your friends over or something."

"Okay. Travel safe."

"I know. I checked the weather report today. It's going to be cloudy but with no wind and no rain, so everything should go smoothly," Avery said as she walked toward the living room.

Elliot followed them closely to see them off.

The three children each held their own backpacks and were all eagerly waiting to leave.

Avery put on her d