Shen's mother felt even warmer and more affectionate toward her because of her considerateness, making an excuse to let her rest.
"But I'm a bit tired, I want to rest for a while."
"Then mom, you go rest, and we can talk more after you get up,"
"Alright, you go rest too."
Just as they got up and prepared to go back to their rooms, they saw Shen's father hurrying down the stairs with Grandfather Shen following behind. His already stern face looked even more daunting now, also showing signs of fatigue.
Shen's mother was startled, "What's wrong? What happened?"
Shen's father looked at her gravely, "Uncle He has had an accident."
"Dad..." Shen's mother worriedly looked at Grandfather Shen who had lost an old friend, afraid he couldn't bear it.
Grandfather Shen passed by her expressionlessly, without saying a word.
Shen's mother instinctively tried to reach out to support him, but he avoided her touch, "No need."
"Dad..."
