Chapter 1473


    Lena and Chris exchanged smiles, enjoying their peaceful time together.


    “Well, how about this?” Chris said, “We take the train there, then the private ne can pick us up, and


    we can bring the kids along, too. That way, they won’t have to be tired.”


    “Sounds good!”


    While discussing their ns, Chris booked train tickets for himself and Lena. They opted for regr


    coach seats, wanting to enjoy the trip as a typical couple without any prior nning.


    When the day arrived, they reached the train station with the sun shining brightly. However, their


    attention was suddenly captured by a voice from the bustling crowd calling out, “Chris!”


    Lena froze as she was about to step onto the train. Chris was simrly surprised.


    Bianca approached them with bags of luggage, her smile radiating warmth.


    “Chris, what a surprise! Are you two also taking this train?”


    “Yes…” Chris looked puzzled. “How did you know…”


    “I mentioned I wanted to explore the mountainous area for inspiration!”


    Lena noticed Bianca had a camera hanging around her neck.


    Bianca casually tossed a backpack to Chris. “Can you help me with this? It’s quite heavy!”


    Lena’s expression subtly changed, but she remained silent and boarded the train.


    Chris and Lena had adjoining seats, while Bianca sat alone further back.


    Bianca asked, “Chris, how long is this train ride?”


    “Isn’t it on the ticket?” Chris ced Bianca’s bag on her seat and replied, “It’s a six-hour journey.”


    “Six hours!” Bianca eximed, drawing the attention of other passengers.


    Chris frowned and returned to his seat beside Lena without a word.


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    “Chris!” Bianca pouted. “I’ve never been on such a long train ride! And I’m alone here… It feels quite


    lonely!”


    Lena smirked and nced at Chris with an enigmatic look.


    Bianca spoke again. “Chris, the seat next to me is vacant! But… I’m not used to sitting next to


    strangers. Can I switch seats with Lena?”


    She smiled at Lena. “Your seat is by the window, and I’d love to enjoy the view. Can we swap?”


    Chris said, “Bianca, if you switch with Lena, aren’t you asking her to sit beside a stranger?”


    “So what? She’s not a train novice.” Bianca pouted again. “My sister-inw isn’t that fussy, right? Plus,


    I’m really notfortable…”


    Lena clenched her hands inside her coat pocket, suppressing her anger with restraint.


    Suddenly, arge hand gently rested on her shoulder. Before she could react, she was pulled up into


    an embrace.


    “Alright, let’s swap,” Chris said, looking reassuringly at Lena.


    Bianca was delighted, but she then saw Chris signaling to the train attendant. “This youngdy isn’t


    comfortable sitting next to a stranger. We’d like to give up our seats for her.”


    “Chris?” Bianca was confused.


    “Are there any vacant seats in the business ss?” Chris asked.


    The train attendant nodded politely.


    “We’ll upgrade to business ss then,” Chris said with a smile, looking at Lena. “For a six-hour journey,


    my wife will be morefortable lying down.”