Since that was how he viewed things, he often took action first, and discuss it with Avery second.

"Don't take Layla for an ignorant child," said Eric. "Even if she hadn't known about it, she would have found out about it sooner or later. Didn't notice that she is smarter than most children?"

"In my eyes, she will forever be a child that needs my protection," growled Avery, refusing to accept his reason.

"I'm sorry," Eric apologized once again. "Avery, I just wanted to do my best. With Layla's current popularity, someone will definitely dig up who her family is. Instead of having her find out about the situation from an outsider, don't you think it is better that she finds out about it from us now?"

Avery felt like a lump in her throat and could not say a word.

"The live stream is almost over. Let's talk when I send Layla home later," Eric said and hung up.

Avery held onto her phone and sat on the couch.

Layla's words during the live stream echoed in her mind.

Ever since Layl