Lucius turned to Bella, surprised slightly at her none too subtle seductive words. He sort of flinched at her nibble at his ear, and was relieved to hear Narcissa's voice.
Lucius liked his wife's younger sister well enough, but he wasn't sure he trusted her and was sure she'd take a chunk out of his ear as easily as she'd nibble it. With Narcissa's presence, he felt more relaxed and he slipped a hand around Bella's waist and Narcissa's and gave both of them a small hug, "Now that is better. I am well balanced, with both Black sisters at my side. A beauty at each side," he added, delighted at Narcissa's choice of gown. She was a shimmering vision as far as he was concerned.
He turned his head to Bella, "Will we be seeing Rodolphus here as well?" he asked, his tone hopeful, "I haven't had a chance to speak with him in weeks it seems."