When Eli came over to pick the siblings up, he found that Belle won't be coming with them to the farm. He learned that Luiz was attending an important event on behalf of his sister and he needed Belle to be there.
Although he was upset, Eli understood that he was not Belle's priority and he was fine with that. He loved Neon as well and he wanted the best things for this little guy which was the reason why he could understand why Belle was working so hard as the only guardian.
"I don't really mind that you'd be attending an event tonight, but would you be able to come after the event? I will wait for you," Eli said while holding Belle's hands. He really wanted to stop her from going, but he couldn't bring himself to be selfish this time.