Dinner was ready; the family sat down with Grandfather Su taking the seat of honor. He picked up his chopsticks to start, and only then did everyone else begin to eat.
The Su family was not overly traditional; they never mandated silence during meals or at bedtime. Grandfather Su, although appearing quite stern, actually had a rather hearty nature. It was just his commanding presence that made him seem somewhat distant.
Father Su sat upright, seeming very composed, but the occasional smile that crossed his face was quite amiable, especially in his interactions with Mother Su, which were often tender.
Mother Su's smile was constant, radiating warmth and affection, yet her gestures were elegant and dignified. The occasional sharp glint in her eyes was not to be underestimated.
