After Hirvan's outburst, an awkward silence settled over the car.
Elian, processing Fu Yan's words, quickly grasped the meaning. It felt as if his treasure had been snatched away by an undeserving intruder who was now boldly flaunting it.
Elian seethed with anger and resentment towards Fu Yan, the emotions stirring within him like a storm. Yet, he kept his expression neutral, concealing the turmoil from Hirvan.
He couldn't afford to let his true feelings show, not after Hirvan had warned him about the kind of person he was. Hirvan had made it clear: if Elian had a problem with his romantic life, he should kiss this father-son relationship goodbye. So, Elian swallowed his rage, pretending that he was indifferent when, in reality, every fibre of his being wanted to strike out at Fu Yan.
