I never thought I'd be such a coward...
Yuan Xiaoxiao murmured softly to herself. Her delicate features flickered with unease in a way that went unnoticed by the man. Her small hand gripping the remote control tightened further as impatience bubbled within her.
"After dinner, let's go to the supermarket. Since you'll be staying for a while, I'll get you some daily necessities."
The atmosphere remained somewhat awkward. Xie Qikan lowered his deep, dark eyes slightly, his movements casual yet elegant as he clasped his hands lightly. After pondering for a moment, the mature man pressed his thin lips together and found a suitable way to break the silence.
"Oh, okay..."
Yuan Xiaoxiao nodded instinctively, almost like a reflex response.
Just then, there was a knock at the door.
"I'll get it."
Xie Qikan stood up, his tall figure exuding poise as he took long strides toward the door.
