Chapter 148: Kneel down
This Whisky Bar must be run by an American. It had the distinct ambiance of an American Godfather movie. The space itself had a strong textural feel, with all seating upholstered in signature velvet and waxed leather—materials that alone defined the environment. The aroma of cigars occasionally wafted through the air.
The man didn’t dare continue that topic. Instead, every time the female violinist walked past, he stared at her with leering eyes. On her last pass, he even reached out and groped her, eliciting a scream from the girl. He smirked with furtive delight. "The outside world is truly fascinating, much better than hanging around in those Gambling Cities. Thank goodness I escaped."
Xu Si took a sip of whisky. The woody aroma rolled down her throat, releasing a rich, intense flavor.
"Despicable."
She had her back to the man, but it was as if she had eyes there. Spreading lurid rumors, sexual harassment... it’s disgusting whether directed at men or women. The muscles beneath Xu Si’s eyes twitched. She pushed her chair back, stood up, and walked towards the source of the voice.
She stopped in front of a man covered in muscles and scars. The man wore a red sweater under a short motorcycle leather jacket. At first glance, the jacket appeared to be the same brand Xu Si usually favored.
Seeing a tall, fashionably dressed woman approaching him with clear intent, he muttered something slyly in his native tongue about his good fortune, then said with a smile in English, "Beautiful lady, shall I buy you a drink?"
Xu Si’s expression darkened. She glared at him grimly. Without warning, she swung her hand as high as it would go, then brought it down with all her might across his jaw, its muscles bulging.
SLAP!
The sound of the slap was exceptionally loud. Xu Si’s way of dealing with people like this was always swift and decisive, without a single wasted word, no beating around the bush.
The man clutched the waxed leather sofa, stunned. After staggering for a moment, he whirled around furiously and glared at Xu Si. "Crazy bitch! Fuck! What the hell do you think you’re doing?!"
Then, gripping the armrest, he tried to rise and retaliate.