Chapter 3039

"Stanley took them to the backyard," Gloria chuckled. "Said they wanted to check on Mrs. Wallace Sr. and Tia." "But Tia just brought them back from school, didn't she?" Nicole found it amusing. "That's right. Tia brought them back, but they seem eager to play in the backyard," Gloria explained with a laugh. "Let them be then," Nicole thought they could play for a while before returning. "It's just us for dinner today. Let's not wait any longer; let's start," Daniel suggested. The group gathered in the dining room. "Nicole, did Ellar come to see you?" Gloria inquired. "He did. Please assure Emma that Ellar is fine," Nicole responded. After a moment of hesitation, Gloria gently asked, "Is there something difficult to talk about regarding Ellar? Why is nobody discussing it now? Does the silence mean it's serious?" "Mom, don't worry. He's okay," Nicole reassured Gloria with a smile. "Really?" Gloria remained somewhat skeptical. Nicole placed a serving of food in front of Gloria