"You've been working hard," she observed, her eyes sweeping over the mountains of research materials stacked around him.
"What are you researching?" Nanny Yun's curiosity was piqued by the sheer volume of books piled on the desk.
"Ma, we're having a debate on Saturday with Minghao, and this is what I'm preparing for," he explained gently, looking up at her. "We'll discuss everything together once I've finished reviewing these materials."
"Oh? Do you have a debate on Saturday? And you haven't told me?" She gently tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, her tone carrying a hint of reproach. She knew her son was considerate and independent, but she wanted to be there for him, to support him in these important moments.
"I was planning to tell you, Ma...."
"No... I know you," she interrupted softly, shaking her head with a knowing smile. "You would have kept it to yourself, not wanting to bother me."
