The restaurant was nearly empty as most of them had left earlier to watch the "show". The "show" was now over, but not many of them returned. Thus, Xiang Shaoyun was able to enjoy some peace when he returned with Gong Qinyin and Lu Xiaoqing.

The three sat down, but none of them spoke first. The mood turned heavy. Xiang Shaoyun remained silent because he did not know who he should speak with first. Gong Qinyin remained silent because she did not know what to say. As for Lu Xiaoqing, she had too many things to say and did not know where to start. The thoughts of these youngsters could be pretty elusive at times.

Ultimately, Xiang Shaoyun was the first to break the silence. After taking a sip of liquor, he said, "Are both of you well?"

"Yes," the two...