39 Chapter 35: The hunt is on Part 2

Shanghai Prefecture, China

Li Imperial Palace

Li Imperial Study

" What happened to her? Why was she so angry?" the emperor wondered.

Wuxi Prefecture, China

Red Bar & Grill, Wuxi, China

" Welcome!" The barman welcomed the client.

It's the HT from the other day! The barman muttered to himself.

" Cinderella?" the HT called out.

I turned around to see the HT standing there.

HT: Long time no see! It's good that you're here. I wanted to see you!

I stood up and headed towards the exit. I was already in a pretty bad mood as it was and I didn't want to make it worse. I waved goodbye to the barman and was about to exit the bar when suddenly, I felt a hand stopping me.

" Wait! Hear me out, please!" the HT held my hand tightly.

" Let go! Let go of my hand!" I struggled to break free.

The HT suddenly realized the situation and let go of my hand. He held my hand so tightly that it left bruises.