Xu Jingli noticed her discomfort and couldn't bear to see her like that. Without hesitation, he took off his coat and draped it over her shoulders.
Chen Mumu didn't react much, but the warmth of the coat made her feel a little better. She walked silently beside him, her thoughts a whirl of emotions she couldn't quite place. Xu Jingli, sensing her distance, chose not to say anything, giving her the space she seemed to need.
They continued in silence until they reached the front door of Chen Mumu's house. Once there, she gently took off the coat and handed it back to him. "Thank you very much," she said softly, her voice steady but polite.
Xu Jingli could sense that she was intentionally keeping a distance between them. He didn't press her or show any disappointment, wanting her to feel at ease. He nodded with a faint smile and said, "Get in. We'll speak later."
