He faced all sorts of troubles in his life, but he was powerless when it came to Irene.

He was afraid that being too aggressive would scare Irene.

However, there was no progress if he stayed at home.

"Dad, did you stay up all night? You have bloodshot eyes…" Layla took out a small compact mirror from her purse. She pointed the mirror at her dad. "Go rest with mom after you eat. The mind of a girl should be handled by a relatable older sister like myself. Leave it to me. I promise I'll make things right."

Elliot glanced at his daughter and asked, "How are you going to talk to her?"

"I haven't thought about it. I'll see when I meet her! She's unwilling to acknowledge us over one reason, she thinks we're bad. So, uf she knows we're not what she pictured, she'll change her mind." Layla sat next to her dad, and told him her opinion. "Dad, am I right?"

Elliot nodded and said, "You're right. Are you planning to see her later?"

Layla replied, "I'll visit her when the results are out! Le