The midday sun spilled onto the Su family’s dining table, casting patches of dappled light. Su Qianli, Mother Su, and Meng Zirui sat together to enjoy their lunch. However, with Father Su missing from the table, the atmosphere felt exceptionally heavy. Mother Su looked listless, mechanically toying with her bowl and chopsticks, showing not the slightest interest in the food before her.
To break the oppressive silence, Su Qianli and Meng Zirui racked their brains, sharing bits of trivia and anecdotes back and forth in an attempt to cheer Mother Su up. It worked well enough; Mother Su’s appetite improved slightly.
Just then, a commotion erupted outside. Su Qianli and Meng Zirui exchanged a glance, their eyes full of curiosity and doubt. Without pausing to put down their utensils, they hurried to their feet and rushed toward the door.
Chapter 251