After communicating on social media for weeks, Kevin and Lily decide to meet face-to-face at a coffee shop. Lily, who finds the initial silence awkward, chatters about her high college grades and her impressive scores as a gamer. Kevin says little, and fifteen minutes into their conversation, he suddenly remembers another appointment across town. What cultural explanation might account for this interaction?

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In many Asian cultures, including Chinese culture, humility and modesty are highly valued. Lily's boasting about her achievements might have made Kevin, who is from China, uncomfortable or given him a negative impression, leading to his abrupt departure.

After Communicating on Social Media for Weeks, Kevin and Lily