Wide eyes enough to surprise anyone.
And when Abba Lerner saw the reply in the notebook,
he also stood up reverently.
Abba Lerner's actions carried a sense of ritual as if every simple motion was infused with obedience to the will of the adult.
He carefully cradled the notebook, a simple act that in his hands seemed exceptionally solemn, as if he were performing a sacred ritual.
Then he tiptoed towards the study door and slowly pulled it open.
He made a respectful motion to invite the adult to follow.
Even though Chen Yun existed only in consciousness, every detail of Abba Lerner's was not lacking in respect.
As if the other party was just before his eyes, able to witness all these courtesies firsthand.
The sun was at its height; the afternoon sunlight pierced through the sparse cloud layer, sprinkling over the bustling city of Laoag.
Adding a touch of fervor to the hot weather.
Abba Lerner stepped out of the study and into the courtyard.
