Feng Wei fixed his gaze on the young woman with apparent serenity and inquired, "And why shouldn't I touch her?"
Lian Zai, seeking to disconcert him, retorted with an air of mystery, "Perhaps, when you find out who she is, you won't remain as serene as you are now."
She was accustomed to seeing young men like him lose control.
Impatience was beginning to take over Feng as he insisted, "Then, please tell me."
Lian Zai firmly revealed the young woman's identity, "She is the heir of the Li Clan, Li Xiu Yin." Her eyes fixed on Feng Wei, anticipating a reaction.
While the young woman also observed Feng, waiting for a terrified reaction, he lowered his hand and, turning away, nervously inquired of Wang Mei, "I-Is she talking about that Li family?"
Wang Mei, with seriousness, confirmed, "Yes, she is. The Li family is renowned on the continent, with a legacy spanning generations. They are famous for their mastery in forging weapons and magical artifacts, with legendary skill in creating magical items that rival heritage relics."
"Do you regret it now? It's a pity it's too late," Before the young woman could finish her sentence, a resounding slap echoed, shocking the crowd. Feng Wei's hand had left a red mark on the young woman's face, with each fingerprint visible.
The restaurant plunged into heavy silence; no one imagined he would take such an action, humiliating not only the young woman but also the establishment's manager, Lian Zai.
The young woman, incredulous, looked at Feng Wei, tears welling up. At this moment, he was wiping his hand as if it were dirty. She tried to speak, but the words wouldn't come out.
Feng Wei, shaking his head with disdain, commented, "What? When you mentioned your identity, I thought it might be someone truly remarkable. But it's just the Li family? Don't make me laugh. Perhaps if it were the imperial family or a master of a great sect, I would have paid some attention, but this?" He shook his head.
The young woman warned, "Do you really think you will escape unscathed for what you've done? The consequences, contrary to what you imagine, will be severe."
Feng Wei couldn't help but let out an ironic laugh at the young woman's words. "Escape consequences? Hahaha, would you still say that if you knew my identity? If the person responsible for this establishment were here, even he would have to apologize to me."
Lian Zai, perplexed, asked, "W-what do you mean?"
Feng Wei, nonchalantly, walked toward the door and replied, "You are a wise person; I imagine you've understood."
Unbeknownst to them, Wang Mei was already following him to the door. His tone carried an air of confidence, as if he were certain that his personal influence and status were enough to protect him from any repercussions. However, the tense silence in the restaurant was a reminder that his actions had left an indelible mark on the night.
Outside the Pousada das Quatro Restrições, the two remained silent, with blank expressions. However, once they were far enough from the establishment...
"Pooh!... Hahahahaha!!!!" Wang Mei burst into laughter once he no longer had to worry about who was around.
"Brother Wang, you're something else... don't laugh. No one can hear us now. But we still need to be careful... Puch!" In the end, even Feng Wei, who tried to stifle his laughter, couldn't help it.
"Stop laughing. I did it to help you with your boredom. Aren't you going to thank me?" He crossed his arms as he waited.
"Don't joke. If I understand correctly, you offended them on purpose for two reasons. At first, it was just one, but after discovering the girl's identity, your expression changed..."
"First, knowing the reputation of the Li family, they'll put a bounty on your head, and various trained assassins will be after you. I imagine that's part of your training. Second, there's something about the Li family that you now desire, perhaps an artifact? No, money or connections..." Wang Mei pondered with her eyes closed.
Feng Wei simply shook his head and thought internally, 'She really has a vivid imagination. I bet she would be shocked if she knew what I was thinking.'
Feng Wei and Wang Mei walked side by side, leaving behind the Pousada das Quatro Restrições. Feng Wei seemed pensive, and after a brief silence, he shared his thoughts with Wang Mei.
"There's something strange about that girl, what was her name again? Li Xiu Yin. Even after that humiliation, she didn't show any signs of hatred."
Wang Mei raised an eyebrow, considering Feng Wei's words. "Actually, that was quite a slap; it must have hurt. Hmm... I can only think that either she was acting really well, or perhaps she has some kind of submission fetish."
Wang Mei quickly corrected herself after feeling Feng Wei's judgmental gaze. "H-hey, don't look at me like that, I just read that in a book."
Feng Wei scratched his chin, ignoring Wang Mei's slip, deeply engrossed in his thoughts. "Upon further reflection, most of her reactions seemed extremely genuine. If I were from such a renowned family, I would also act to conceal my true strength. After all, geniuses who stand out too early often meet a swift end."
Feng Wei glanced at Wang Mei and shifted the focus of the conversation. "Putting that aside, maybe it's time we think about parting ways for a while."
Wang Mei's facial expression changed, the gleam in her eyes fading as if she were remembering something she had forgotten. "Why? I thought we were getting closer; are you pushing me away now?"
"I suppose the name Wang Mei is familiar to you?" Feng Wei inquired.
"Well... it seems you're not as foolish as I thought," Wang Mei commented, clenching his fists, his face growing somber as he contemplated whether he should accelerate his revenge plans.
"Brother Wang, don't underestimate me. You resemble her a lot, and the last name is the same. It would be strange if I didn't realize you were her brother, or should I call you Wang Xian, the crown prince? Besides, no one would dare to use the imperial family's name," Feng Wei said, as if he were a professional detective who had uncovered a major case.
Wang Mei blinked four times, shocked, her heart going on a rollercoaster ride. 'Damn it! This idiot scared me to death. It was a misunderstanding.'
"Hey, no need to be so surprised. By the way, how is she... how's her cultivation? Did she reach the Core Formation realm?"
Wang Mei couldn't respond. It was the first time since they had reunited that he appeared unsettled. 'Why is he asking about me? He couldn't be concerned, could he? Impossible. He must be up to something.'