The salmon in her hand flew out, coincidentally hitting the female companion in Lou Yuming's arms.
"I'm sorry!"
Song Xi knelt on the ground in a hurry, apologizing in Japanese.
This was required by the manager; they had to speak Japanese in the restaurant.
"Miss Anna, are you alright?" another man asked.
So her name was Anna.
"It's nothing." Anna appeared understanding, but her brows were tightly furrowed, and in a place where no one could see, she shot Song Xi a furious glare.
"That was so dangerous! What's wrong with you, server? It's a good thing Miss Anna wasn't injured, or you'd be in serious trouble!"
"Yuming, look at your 'sister' Anna, she's truly beautiful and kind-hearted! What good fortune!"
Lou Yuming's handsome face showed no particular expression, but his tone was gentle, "Are you hurt?"
Anna shyly shook her head, feeling overwhelmed by his concern.
Lou Yuming stared down at the woman huddled on the ground. Before he could speak, others chimed in.
"So clumsy, get out of here quickly!"
"Stop."
Lou Yuming suddenly spoke, deliberately pouring a cup of sake and pushing it towards her. "Drink this."
The others started to tease.
"Ooh, is he standing up for Miss Anna now?"
"This sake is quite strong. Yuming, you're not being very gentle."
Anna seemed overjoyed, feeling her ordeal had been worthwhile.
Eyes from all directions, watching the spectacle, focused on Song Xi. She knew Lou Yuming was deliberately making things difficult for her.
His meaning was even clearer: "Drink it, or this won't be over."
Since that was the case, Song Xi decided to grant his wish.
After all, Uncle Lou rarely played the hero saving the damsel; she, his ex, should naturally play her part and help him win the lady's heart.
She walked over, lifted her head with a flourish, and drank it all in one go.
Gasps erupted around her. Before Song Xi could even process it, she turned and left.
Lou Yuming watched her staggering back, his eyes deepening.
Someone left midway.
Lou Yuming raised an eyebrow. A moment later, his phone rang.
Anna obediently released his wrist, "I'll wait for you to come back."
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 the old man was doing this on purpose.
She had always hated the smell of alcohol, yet he forced her to drink it, clearly intending to embarrass her!
Normally, she could endure 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 making her unable to stand steadily. She couldn't vomit, and the feeling was excruciating.
She leaned on the sink, her face pale.
Even in her dazed state, she sensed someone behind her and spun around abruptly. As expected, the man was almost pressing against her!
It was the perverted man who had touched her earlier!
"Feeling this bad, it pains this brother to see. Come, I'll take you somewhere to rest properly."
"Don't touch me!"
Song Xi raised her hand and slapped his away. The man didn't get angry, approaching her slowly with a look of assured victory.
"This little sister's temper is as fiery as this wine; I like it."
He spoke flattering words: "Don't be angry. That surnamed Lou, his temper is just like that, relying on his wealth and power to act with impunity! But the Lou family will eventually change hands, and Lou Yuming is just a dog they picked up! Everyone knows he was adopted!"
"So, rest assured, if you follow me, I guarantee you'll have a chance to get back at them one day!"
Adopted?
Before Song Xi could ponder the meaning of his words, the man pounced on her like a hungry wolf.