Others in the restaurant nodded vigorously, murmuring swift agreements, clearly desperate to distance themselves from the offenders.
Huo Ting Cheng studied them all for a long, measuring moment, his expression giving nothing away, then finally nodded curtly. "Fine. Those who had no part in this disgraceful incident may stay and continue their meals. Enjoy your evening. But understand clearly, I have eyes and ears everywhere throughout this establishment. Any disrespect toward my wife, now or ever in the future, will have immediate and permanent consequences."
The remaining guests quickly returned to their seats with obvious relief, suddenly becoming intensely focused on their plates, their conversations muted and respectful, all previous boldness evaporated completely.
Huo Ting Cheng turned back to Tang Fei, and his expression underwent a complete transformation the moment his eyes found her tear-stained face.
