Josh nodded before uttering, "Yeah. Also, I'll work harder from now on, Mommy. So that I can protect you when I'm all grown up."
"No matter where we choose to live, I'll make sure we survive. However, we need to wait for Venus's recovery before we can head anywhere." Randy had a serious look on his face.
"Then, we must wait for a few more days, " replied Josh.
"So, you'll have to protect Venus for the next few days, Josh. Don't worry about Mommy. She'll be under my aegis. We need to work together on this, okay?"
"Understood!"
The two children continued to discuss their future plans.
Gazing at the two of them, Carla's eyes started tearing up.
Over the past two years, Carla had been pushing herself to the limit in order to become someone who could solve any problem thrown her way.
Hence, she was rather touched when her children told her that they would share the burden with her.
Look at them! Their eyes are so solemn and honest. I'm so glad to have you guys as my children.
"Mommy, what's wrong?" Josh reached out his hand to wipe the tears off Carla's face. "Did Daddy hurt you? Don't be sacred. I'll make sure to lecture him later."
Randy grabbed onto Carla's hand and comforted her, "Don't worry, Mommy. We've all grown up, so it's our turn to protect you."
Carla embraced Randy and Josh. "As long as you guys are here with me, I have nothing to fear!"
Randy gave her a gentle pat on the back. "We will always be here to support you, Mommy."
"Me too! Me too!" said Little Dori.
"Yeah, yeah. You too."
"Hahaha…"
Amused, they all burst out laughing. The room was suddenly filled with bliss and delight.
After Carla was done packing up, she took Randy and Josh to bed.
Rogan ordered the bodyguards to keep Venus safe. "Don't let anyone from the Benday family near her, " he exhorted.
Just as Carla and Rogan were about to leave, Zayn queried, "Are you heading out? It's quite late in the night. Also, I think it's about to rain soon."
Carla just ignored him and left.
Zayn caught up to her and added, "You should bring more men with you. Solara might be hiding in the mountains nearby."
"Just mind your own business."
Carla gave him a cold glance before getting in the car.
Seeing as Carla only brought Rogan with her, Zayn instructed Brandy, "Keep an eye on them. Make sure she's safe."
"Understood."
"You know what, never mind. I'll watch over her myself. I want you to protect Mr. Jombo and the kids while I'm gone."
Brandy nodded. "Understood. But your body hasn't fully recovered yet. Will you be okay?"
"I'm not that fragile. I'll be fine."
Zayn took his men and rushed after Carla.
"Actually, Mr. Giblo is right. We should bring more men with us, " said Rogan, while driving.
"With half our men going after Shelley, the rest need to stay at home to protect the kids. We can't afford to bring any extra manpower with us."
Scrolling through her phone, Carla was checking if Daemon had replied to her message.
Unfortunately for her, there wasn't any message from Daemon yet.
If Daemon isn't willing to help us get Derelo, Dr. Feroma will be our last and only hope.
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