Gu Zichen lowered his head eating the steak, glancing at Qiao Xiguan with the faintest curl of his lips.
The two sat in silence, yet an unusual, palpable tension flowed between them.
Dinner was brief.
Considering the little monkey's regular routine, as soon as the meal was over, the family of three took a car driven by a Wa Da's chauffeur directly back to the Gu Family compound.
The house was very quiet.
All three returned with cautious care.
Gu Zichen headed straight for his private elevator, while Qiao Xiguan, feeling a bit thirsty, went to pour herself a glass of water, and the little monkey cheerfully headed to his room. Today had indeed been a delightful day for him; he had never performed before so many people, yet he unexpectedly won a big prize and for the first time dined out with his mom and dad—he was really easy to satisfy.
He held his large trophy cup, trying to control his steps as he carefully ascended the stairs.
