Chapter 166

Liam wanted to see who exactly was it who made Ella so happy that her steps were light. He decided to follow her inside, but he kept his distance. Up ahead, Ella was still absorbed in her conversation with Carter. "I brought you a gift, Mom. I'll give it to you later. You're going to love it." Carter could tell that Ella was no longer angry, but he still needed to make amends. Ella couldn't even bring herself to scold Carter at this point. Her little boy had run off so far, yet he still remembered to get her a gift. "Thanks, sweetie. I'm sure I'll love it. But you can't just run off by yourself like that again, okay?" Ella still wanted to remind Carter, but she didn't say too much. She knew him well. He had always been well-behaved and sensible. Carter immediately responded seriously, "I promise, Mom. I won't do it again." "I believe you," Ella said, finally feeling at ease. She trusted Carter. Since he had promised her, she knew he would keep his word. Then, Carter's voice turne