Adding a Touch of Conflict

"With those reassuring words, Uncle, I can rest easy," Chi Yu remarked, rising gracefully with a faint smile. "It's getting late. I should head home."

Xie Chengyuan, realizing he hadn't addressed the main topic, hastily tried to keep her. "It's almost mealtime. Stay and have a simple dinner with us. Ah Zi, go to the kitchen and ask Sister Lin to prepare a few more dishes."

Xie Zi didn't immediately leave but looked toward Chi Yu, wanting to confirm if she had any intention of staying for dinner.

Understanding that Xie Chengyuan had something private to discuss, Chi Yu gave Xie Zi a slight nod.

After Xie Zi exited, Xie Chengyuan rambled on about unrelated matters, his words so meandering that Chi Yu felt utterly perplexed.