Chapter 133 Asking her parents blessing (1/2)
”Ethan! I'm glad to see you again! How have you been?” As usual, Lillian Yang's approached towards Ethan Lu was welcoming and warm. She then served Ethan Lu her signature hot cup of aromatic tea.
”I've been well, Auntie. How are you?” As courteous as ever, Ethan Lu felt refreshed with Lillian Yang's motherly company. Also, her tea was relaxing with just its scent. Not to mention, it's refreshing taste.
”Ohh, we've been doing just fine.” Lillian Yang chuckled. She was clearly delighted with Ethan's visit.
Last night, Ethan Lu contacted her asking if he could drop by. Of course, Lillian Yang treated her like he was her own son and didn't reject his request. After all, they hadn't seen Ethan Lu for a month for some unknown reason and Lexi's response to her query was always vague.
”Have you eaten? Try these snacks I had made first while the dinner is being prepared.” Offering him her homemade egg tarts and pumpkin pancakes, Lillian Yang gently gestured.
”Thank you, Auntie. I'm sorry for the trouble.” Smiling, Ethan Lu slightly nodded before picking up one egg tart and took a bite. The moment he chewed on the said snack, his eyes gleamed which pleased Lillian Yang.
”Wow, Auntie. These are… heavenly!” Ethan Lu genuinely praised as they were indeed good. He had tasted Lexi's mother dishes but it was his first time to try her desserts. He added after gobbling the whole delicacy,
”Auntie, why didn't you opened a restaurant? This is so good! I can eat it every day!” Ethan felt like he was on cloud nine as he indulged with the flavorful snack. If he wasn't watching his manners, he would be shameless enough to eat everything in one go.
”Silly, you are welcome here whenever you like to have some.” Lillian Yang giggled as she was flattered by Ethan Lu's kind words. Also, his expressive reaction while he enjoyed her simple snacks was enough to fill Lillian Yang's heart with satisfaction. After all, not everyone who tasted her dishes was as vivid as Ethan Lu.
Just then, Frederick Yang arrived wearing a formal business suit. Seeing the light atmosphere in the living area with Ethan Lu's presence, he smiled.
Lillian Yang as if her radar of her husband's presence has switched on, she turned her head towards the entrance and saw her husband arrived.
Standing up, she greeted, ”Dear,” Lillian Yang then strode to welcome her husband. She helped him took off his formal blazer then placed it on her arms.
On the other hand, Ethan Lu abruptly stood up and courtly bowed his head towards Frederick Yang's direction. ”Uncle!”
”Haha, Ethan, you don't have to be so formal.” Seeing that Ethan Lu didn't change a bit, Frederick Yang let out a short laughed.
Both Yang parents then perched on the set of exquisite sofas; Frederick on the head seat while Lillian Yang on the right side, across Ethan.
”Ethan, I was surprised when you said you'd drop by today. But, Lexi wasn't here.” When Frederick Yang leaned his back against the soft sofa, he turned his attention to his left where Ethan Lu sat.
Lillian Yang, as usual, busied herself pouring his husband a cup of tea and placed some snacks on the porcelain small plates for him.
”Uncle, I am actually here because of Uncle and Auntie.” Clearing his throat as Ethan fixed his position as he placed both on his hand on his lap and straightened his posture.
His statement made Frederick Yang's brows raised and Lillian as they diverted their focus on the young man.
”Because of us?” Repeating his intention, Frederick Yang slightly tilted his head on the side. Meanwhile, Lillian Yang also patiently anticipated on Ethan Lu's next words. But for some reason, Mother Yang's instinct tells her it was about Lexi.
Ethan Lu wordlessly nodded as he mustered his courage. After three seconds, Ethan spoke. ”Uncle, Auntie, I came here not as Lexi's friend but her suitor.”
A sudden stillness enveloped around the whole Yang mansion the moment Ethan Lu uttered his words. It was as if Ethan Lu caught them off guard as both Yang parents stared at him without a word.