When Mrs. Taylor returned, Hayden was holding Audrey in the living room while Shelly was busy packing their belongings.
Mrs. Taylor smiled and spoke to Hayden, "You've been carrying her all this time, aren't you tired? You can put her in the crib, it'll be easier for you."
"I'm not tired," Hayden replied honestly. "Aiden's heavier than her, and I have to carry him around every day."
"Taking care of a child will be really tiring if you spoil him like that, you know?" Mrs. Taylor said. "You spoil Aiden too much. It's not good to indulge a child too much."
Shelly chimed in, poking her head out, "Mom, it's not as exaggerated as you think. Aunty Avery is a sensible person. She won't spoil Aiden."
Mrs. Taylor responded, "Oh, that's good then."
"Why would you even worry about that? Look at Aunty Avery's four children, they are all exceptional," Shelly continued. "They will definitely take good care of Aiden."
Mrs. Taylor started packing as well, but she felt somewhat restless and uneasy in her heart. "Where are we moving to? It's nice living here! It's quiet, and I've grown accustomed to the tranquillity. Going to a bustling place might make me uncomfortable!"
Shelly did not know how to respond as she had no idea where Hayden planned to move them either.
"Don't worry, Mrs. Taylor. The new home will be even quieter than this. There won't be any disturbances," Hayden said.
Mrs. Taylor remained doubtful. "Oh... Mr. Tate, I have no objections to moving, but could you make sure it's not too far from my daughter's cafe? She doesn't drive, and it would be exhausting for her to commute if it's too far away!"
Shelly blushed. "Mom, please don't make any requests! It's already kind enough of Hayden to not take Audrey away. It doesn't matter where we live as long as I can be with Audrey."
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