Hirvan remained silent throughout the drive to the Ashford family estate, refusing to say a single word to Elian. On one hand, he was angry at Elian for prying into his love life; on the other, he feared that if he showed any softness, Elian would push further with even more strange questions. He wouldn't put it past him.
Elian, meanwhile, opened his mouth several times, intending to speak to Hirvan, but each time he hesitated, worried he might accidentally say something offensive about Fu Yan.
'I barely got any time alone with my son before this boyfriend showed up and made it even harder to get close to him,' Elian thought, frustration bubbling up inside him as he clenched his jaws.
As they neared the grand mansion, Hirvan's eyes widened with a mix of curiosity and awe.
This was his first time setting foot on Ashford grounds, and the sight of the massive estate before him was nothing short of impressive.
