The salmon in her hand flew out, hitting the female companion in Lou Yuming's arms.
"I'm sorry!"
Song Xi scrambled to her knees, apologizing in Japanese.
This was the manager's requirement; in the restaurant, they had to speak Japanese.
"Miss Anna, are you alright?" another man asked.
So her name was Anna.
"It's nothing." Anna appeared understanding, but her brows were furrowed, and she shot a furious glare at Song Xi where no one could see.
"That was too dangerous. What's wrong with you, waitress? It's a good thing Miss Anna wasn't hurt, or you'd be in serious trouble!"
"Yuming, look at your little sister Anna, she's truly beautiful and kind! What good fortune!"
Lou Yuming's handsome face was expressionless, but his tone was gentle, "Are you hurt?"
Anna shyly shook her head, feeling a bit overwhelmed by his concern.
Lou Yuming stared down at the woman huddled on the floor. Before he could speak, others chimed in.
"Clumsy! Hurry up and get lost!"
"Wait."
Lou Yuming suddenly spoke, leisurely pouring a glass of sake and pushing it towards her. "Drink it."
The others egged them on.
"Oh dear, are you sticking up for little sister Anna?"
"This sake is quite strong. Yuming, you're not being very considerate of your lady."
Anna seemed overjoyed, feeling that her ordeal hadn't been in vain.
All eyes, watching the unfolding drama from every direction, were fixed on Song Xi. She knew Lou Yuming was deliberately making things difficult for her.
His meaning was clear: "Drink it, or this won't be over."
Since that was the case, Song Xi would grant him his wish.
After all, Uncle Lou was rarely a hero saving a damsel in distress. As his ex, she should naturally play her part to help him win her heart.
She walked over, tilted her head back decisively, and downed it in one gulp.
Gasps erupted around her. Without a moment to process, Song Xi turned and left.
Lou Yuming watched her stumbling back, his gaze deepening.
Midway, someone left.
Lou Yuming raised an eyebrow. A moment later, his phone rang.
Anna obediently released his wrist, "I'll wait for you."
After leaving the private room, Yao Yifan approached. "The person is in the restroom. Director Zhang... seems to have gone there too."
Lou Yuming's expression immediately darkened. He strode forward, heading straight for the restroom.
Inside the restroom, Song Xi felt that the old man was doing this on purpose.
She had always detested the smell of alcohol, yet he forced her to drink it, clearly intending to humiliate her!
Normally, she could have endured it, but she hadn't eaten all day and her stomach was empty. She couldn't handle such strong liquor.
Her stomach felt like it was burning, the pain so intense she could barely stand. She felt sick but couldn't throw up, an agonizing sensation.
She leaned against the sink, her face pale.
Even in her muddled state, she sensed someone behind her and spun around abruptly. As expected, the man was practically pressed against her!
It was the lecherous man who had groped her earlier!
"Feeling so unwell, it breaks this brother's heart. Come, I'll take you somewhere to rest properly."
"Don't touch me!"
Song Xi batted his hand away. The man didn't get angry, his expression one of confident pursuit as he slowly approached her.
"This little sister's temper is as fiery as this wine. I like it."
He spoke only pleasantries. "Don't be upset. That fellow Lou, he's just like that, acting lawlessly because he's rich and powerful! But the Lou family will eventually change hands. He, Lou Yuming, is just a dog they picked up! Everyone knows he was adopted!"
"So, you can rest assured, follow me, and I guarantee you'll get your revenge one day!"
Adopted?
Before Song Xi could fully process the meaning of his words, the man lunged at her like a hungry wolf.