They were in the air for a few hours before they finally reached Pillere.
The weather there was much warmer than in Xendale. It was drizzling at the time, but it wasn't snowing, so wearing a windbreaker is perfect for that temperature.
Venus and the toddlers had fallen asleep by then, so the maids helped them change their clothes before carrying them off the plane.
Venus woke up for a moment and rubbed her tired eyes before she hugged Freda's neck and continued sleeping.
Randy was as grounded as he had always been. He walked down the stairs with Carla by his side.
Lucas had a team there to welcome Carla, and over ten luxurious cars were parked on the field.
Carla had just walked down the stairs when Lucas walked over excitedly to welcome her. He said, "Carla, you're finally here."
"You must've waited for a long time. Sorry about that, " replied Carla with a grin. She was polite… perhaps too polite.
"It's not troublesome at all. Besides, I should be here to wait for my fiancée, " said Lucas while smiling at her, "I'm so glad that I get to see you again so soon."
"Yeah, we'll really be troubling you for a while, " commented Carla as she grinned.
"We're family, so I am happy to be troubled, " said Lucas happily. He even took the initiative to greet Randy, "Hi, Randy."
"Hello, Sir Lucas, " replied Randy politely.
"Welcome to Pillere, " said Lucas as he crouched down to shake Randy's hand.
"Thank you, " replied Randy with a grin.
"Where are the other kids? I brought presents for everyone, " asked Lucas warmly.
"They're asleep."
Dr. Feroma walked down the stairs as Carla spoke.
Lucas saw that and was quick to head over to help. He asked about Dr. Feroma's wellbeing kindly and was helping the good doctor into the car in person.
Carla was pleased to see all that.
Lucas was thoughtful and got everyone a place to rest in Pillere for the day. He took them to the manor in Arkfield on the following morning.
The manor was where the Laurent family built their empire, so it was huge and the weather was pleasing. The scenery was also calming and serene.
There were a lot of vineyards, wineries, pastures, and farms there.
Dr. Feroma and the kids loved it. In fact, Dr. Feroma claimed that it was one of his favorite places and was second only to Phoenix City.
He had always enjoyed spending time indoor, but that day, he strolled around the manor and tried out some freshly made wine. That got him so happy that he could barely hold it in.
The kids were delighted as well. They hopped around happily and went to feed the smaller animals. After that, they went to play in the vineyard.
Carla was pleased to see how happy the kids were.
All she hoped was that they could spend the next forty-five days happily and safely. Venus and I will completely recover by then…
She also prayed that the issue at Erihal would be solved soon.
And then there was Zayn.
Carla called Benard on the day she departed. It's been three days, but he still hasn't returned Randy's call.
Randy checked and stared at the phone every day. He never said anything, but worry donned his eyes.
That night, Randy finally couldn't hold it in anymore. He requested, "Mommy, I want to go home for a while."
"Randy, are you worried about your daddy? You're only six and are still a child. There is nothing you can do even if you go back, " advised Carla as she looked into his eyes.
"But at least I'd learn how Daddy and Josh are now, " insisted Randy, "Besides, I might not be able to do much, but I can make appearances and lie so that everybody thinks that everything is fine… I have to go back. I will worry unless I see how they are."
"But Benard said that your daddy is in M Nation now, so you won't see him even if you go back to Aymo City, " replied Carla, who was getting a little nervous. She suggested, "How about I just call Brandy directly?"
As she spoke, she got her phone out. She was about to call Brandy when Zayn suddenly called her…
Carla was taken aback. She picked up the call right away and said, "Hello."
"I heard you're looking for me?"
Zayn's voice was deeper than usual and a little coarse. It sounded like he was exhausted.
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