Ever since Tianxin's dad mentioned on the car ride about sending Tianxin to tutoring in N City over the winter break, the entire car became quiet.
The passengers silently drove all the way to the bottom of Tianxin's apartment building.
Chen Yiran turned off the car, turned his head around, and said to Tianxin's dad:
"We're here. I'll help you with the luggage."
"Thank you so much!!" Tianxin's dad greeted Chen Yiran with a beaming smile. "Come upstairs for a cup of tea and leave after dinner."
"No need." Chen Yiran replied with a slight smile, his voice was calm as he spoke to Tianxin's dad. "I took a leave of absence this morning and have to get back to the company, won't disturb you folks. I'll make a visit when I have the time."
"Oh!! Alright then! You go ahead to your company. We're relatives after all, so no need for pleasantries between us. Once you find the time, we can have a meal together!" Tianxin's dad patted Chen Yiran's shoulder, looking at him approvingly.
