Later, Darren dropped her at the door and was about to turn when she said, "You can come inside. I'll make some dinner for us. Besides, Nora is not home and if you didn't come, I won't bother making a meal for myself."
Darren knew she meant what she said and after careful consideration, he entered her apartment. Xiu went off to change into some casual clothes before she came back and entered the kitchen. Darren sat at the dining table looking at her.
"Where's Nora?" asked Darren as an ice-breaker.
"Oh, her parents are back from their business trip. So... she went to drop off Jackie."
"Do you want me to help you with anything?" Darren got up from the chair.
"Stop! Don't move!" Darren stopped in his steps as she added, "I mean, the best help you can do is staying right where you are. If you came any closer, I'll be distracted and that won't be helping me in any way."
