Charlotte was frightened out of her wits as she lay low in the car.
Noticing his mother's peculiar manner, Robbie immediately said, “Mr. Henry, we are out buying some stuff right now. Why don't you wait for us at the garden in the residential estate? We'll get home soon.”
“Sure, no rush. Take your time,” Henry said before hanging up.
Robbie stood up and stole a glance outside. “Mommy, Mr. Henry is already heading to the garden.”
Charlotte had only found the courage to sit upright. After paying the cab driver, she got off the car along with her kids. She did not head toward her building. Instead, she turned to Robbie and said, “Robbie, mommy is not going inside with you guys. You wheel Jamie to the residential estate entrance and let Mr. Henry pick you guys up from there.”
“Yes, mommy.” Robbie nodded his head.
“Mommy, why are you so afraid of Mr. Henry? He's a really nice person.”
Jamie did not understand why his mother kept avoiding Henry.
“Yes, Mr. Henry will never hurt us.” Ellie cocked her head to one side and said innocently, “Mommy, you can come with us too.”
“I have my own reasons, and it's really difficult for mommy to explain it to you guys right now. Anyway, you guys have to keep this secret for me, and listen to Robbie, alright?”
“Yes, Mommy.” Jamie and Ellie nodded their heads.
“Mommy, drink something while you're waiting for us to be picked up by Mr. Henry. Don't worry, we will call him as soon as we are at the entrance,” Robbie said.
“You're a good boy, Robbie.” Charlotte gave her boy a hug.
Robbie then wheeled his brother, as Ellie and their pet parrot tagged along. The gang made their way toward to entrance of the residential estate.
The neighbors could not help but beam with delight at the cute sight. “Where are your parents, kids?”
“My mom is busy while our grandma is in the hospital.”
“Did you guys come out here all by yourselves?” The neighbors were curious and asked, “Don't you have anyone watching you guys?”
“Yes, Mr. Henry is waiting for us in the garden.” Then, Henry's voice rang, “Robbie!”
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