Chen Kai knew that the owners didn't recognize him. There were several old restaurants like this on this street; the places were quite small and not very clean, but sometimes Chen Kai really liked to come to places like this. He
couldn't explain why — perhaps it was simply the laid-back feeling of being in a small restaurant. In more upscale establishments, he would have to mind his manners a bit, but here no one paid attention to that.
Most of the customers here were poor folks, mainly seeking economy food.
No one would care whether you cleaned the plate or smacked your lips while eating. It was very casual, but the owners' comments made him feel slightly uncomfortable.
However, he didn't reveal his discomfort, he simply said.