Just two steps in, Ning Xiaofei felt a tightening around her waist. Looking down, Mu Tianye's arm was already wrapped around her slender waist.
This was the first time Mu Tianye had been so close to her in front of so many outsiders.
Feeling the warmth of the man's palm through her clothes, Ning Xiaofei's heartbeat gradually quickened. With one arm around Ning Xiaofei, Mu Tianye casually extended his right hand.
"Welcome!"
Xicheng's gaze swept over the hand that was hooked around the girl's waist as he reached out and shook hands with him.
"Sorry to keep you waiting."
"Not at all, we've just arrived too." Taking Mu Tianye's hand, Ning Xiaofei smiled and said, "Xicheng, please have a seat!"
The three of them took their seats according to host and guest. Mu Tianye slightly lifted his chin, signaling Zhou Tao to serve the dishes, but his arm remained around Ning Xiaofei and didn't leave.
As the attendant poured tea for Xicheng, his concerned eyes settled on Ning Xiaofei's face.