Entwined by Dawn: The CEO's Relentless Obsession

Chapter 836: Engagement 17

The gaze swept over Dong Tong, who was pulling Xu Ziqiao into the Western restaurant, and casually replied, "Mm."

Tian Tian listened and felt a little strange. While unbuckling her seatbelt, she continued to smile and asked Bai Chenyao.

"Did you bully her when you were little?"

Bai Chenyao had already gotten off the car, his brows carrying a hint of indifference.

"No!"

Tian Tian blinked, confused.

After getting out of the car, she took a good look at the indifferent Bai Chenyao, seemingly understanding something.

"A Yao, when you were little—"

Before she could finish speaking, Bai Chenyao had reached the passenger side and naturally took Tian Tian’s hand, his deep voice cutting her off irresistibly.

"Let’s go inside!"

Tian Tian: "..."

Is it that he doesn’t want to mention childhood things?

Or does he think the setting is inappropriate?

——

The Western restaurant Dong Tong chose was close to the riverside and booked an all-scenery private room. Although it wasn’t as luxurious and grand as Great Dynasty, it had its unique features.

The food was skillfully paired, and the plating was particularly exquisite. Despite the howling winter winds, the large floor-to-ceiling windows provided a view of the river, capturing half of Shengjing’s riverside view, with city lights and cruise ship lights reflecting like shimmering waves—a clear yet softly blurred beauty that made the wide view delightful and indescribably comforting.

Tian Tian was in the mood to appreciate the scenery and enjoy the food since today was technically her first date out with Bai Chenyao.

Yes, indeed a date.

Playing hooky for the afternoon, taking her out to watch a movie and eat, even mentioning a stroll; if not for encountering Dong Tong and Xu Ziqiao, presumably the two of them would be dining in the restaurant, then following Bai Chenyao’s plan, strolling outside?

Though Dong Tong and Xu Ziqiao joined, Tian Tian already liked Dong Tong, and Xu Ziqiao was very gracious. Coupled with her mischievous desire to see Dong Tong’s frustrated expression, she was in high spirits.

Meanwhile, Dong Tong and Xu Ziqiao kept tense, as Dong Tong felt her cousin’s gaze was too sharp and cold.

During dinner, Dong Tong was on edge, barely eating.

If it was just that, Dong Tong might have been able to sit through it and persist.

Usually, she thought Xu Ziqiao spoiled her very much, but upon seeing indifferent cousin elegantly slicing steak for Tian Tian, even feeding small pieces with a fork to Tian Tian’s mouth, watching her stunned yet awkward and shy expression, Dong Tong felt this was truly over the top in public displays of affection!

But should she and Xu Ziqiao eat like that too?

If it were only in front of Tian Tian, she felt no pressure.

But in front of cousin, cough cough... even with the courage of ten, she couldn’t muster it up.

Since she wasn’t eating well, Xu Ziqiao was naturally concerned.

Yet hindered by Bai Chenyao’s presence, he didn’t express too much, understanding Dong Tong’s behavior, he just hoped the meal would end quickly so he could take Dong Tong away soon.

Watching Tian Tian enjoying herself, Xu Ziqiao realized for the first time, this seemingly cute Second Miss Mu also has her thoughts!

However, it didn’t make one uncomfortable; instead, it reminded him of some of Dong Tong’s behaviors.

After eating for a short while, Dong Tong used the excuse of going to the restroom to leave the table.

In less than five minutes, Xu Ziqiao received a call from Dong Tong, seemingly about something urgent, leaving with sincere apologies.