Chapter 1522
Ellinor was abruptly nudged awake, and she ran her fingers through her tousled hair.
Belinda gently shook her. “Wake up. I’m waiting for you. Hurry up and freshen up.”
Ellinor deeply regretted her offhand agreement a few days ago to see a psychiatrist with Belinda. Reluctantly, she got out of bed and headed for the bathroom.
Once she was showered and dressed, she followed Belinda downstairs.
The evening before, Veronica had taken care of the three kids, and now she was already up and waiting for breakfast with them.
Over the past few days, Veronica had been understanding of her sister-in-law’s struggles, stepping in to help with the kids whenever she had time. Ellinor was thankful for the extra help.
Waving to the kids, Ellinor called out, “Baber, Adrian, Layla! Let’s go; we’re eating out for breakfast today.”
Belinda grabbed Ellinor’s arm. “Hold on! If you take the kids with you, we won’t have the chance to talk properly. Veronica said she’d take care of them today. Right, Veronica?”
Veronica, aware of Belinda’s intent to take Ellinor to the psychiatrist, nodded in agreement. “Yes! Ellinor, you can go on with Belinda without worrying about the kids. They’re in good hands.”
Ellinor frowned. “What’s the point if I don’t take the kids with me?”
With that, she picked up the quiet Adrian and pondered something for a moment.
Taking all three kids to the psychiatrist’s office would indeed be inconvenient.
“Alright then. Veronica, look after Baber and Layla for me. Don’t take them out until I get back, okay?”
Veronica and Belinda exchanged glances and then nodded. “Sure, Ellinor. We’ll take care of Baber and Layla. We won’t take them out.”
Ellinor trusted Veronica. She was more reliable now than before, and she cared about the kids’ safety just as much as Ellinor did.
After giving a few more instructions to Veronica, Ellinor, carrying Adrian, prepared to leave with Belinda.
As she turned, a small hand tugged at her dress. It was her daughter, Layla.
with you too.”
Layla looked up at Ellinor with big, watery eyes. “Mommy, why are you only taking Adrian with you? Baber and I want to go
Ellinor gently replied, “Sweetie, Mommy isn’t going out to play. I’m taking Adrian to see the doctor. You and Baber need to stay home and listen to Aunt Veronica. Mommy will bring back toys for you, okay?”
Layla pouted slightly while looking at ‘Adrian’ in her mother’s arms. “Mommy, what’s wrong with Adrian? Why does he need to see the doctor?”
Ellinor gently patted her daughter’s head. “Don’t worry, honey. Adrian is fine. Mommy is just taking him for a check-up.”
After a moment, Layla reluctantly let go. “Okay… but you have to come back soon, Mommy!”
“Sure!”
After soothing Layla, Ellinor reminded Baber to listen to Aunt Veronica and to play nicely with his sister.
Baber, always obedient, nodded and waved goodbye to his mother.
Once they left the Blanchet Villa, Ellinor and ‘Adrian’ got into Belinda’s car. Belinda handed Ellinor a breakfast sandwich from a fast-food restaurant. “Here. You and Adrian should have something to eat before we get there. When we arrive at my friend’s place, I’ll have them prepare something delicious for
us.”
Ellinor wasn’t particularly hungry but took the breakfast sandwich, handing it to Adrian, who was nestled in her arms,
