"Should know the rules, not allowed to talk while eating," said Bram.
Briel saw Erland, she signaled to restrain him and not to speak again while he was eating.
"Em... Sorry, I'm too enthusiastic. I hope Dad understands this," said Erland as he held Briel's hand.
Briel tried to pull her hand away but Erland gripped it tighter.
They continued to eat their dinner quietly.
*** Time passed, dinner was over.
"Thanks for the dinner, Dad," Erland said.
"Hem... How's your school, Briel? Is everything okay?" asked Bram.
'Hem... He ignores me,' Erland thought as he took a sip of his wine.
"Everything's fine. Oh, yeah. What do you think? Can Dad help Erland and I prepare for the wedding reception?" asked Briel, suddenly surprised Bram.
