My reaction is normal, Die Yi thought. Being caught by him like this is just my body's natural stress response, a self-protective measure!
Feeling Su Bei's large hand seemingly rub and pinch subconsciously, Die Yi stiffened completely.
"Um, why aren't you moving?"
Hearing Su Bei's puzzled words, Die Yi let out a small 'hmph' but still mechanically allowed him to pull her by the arm into the restaurant.
Su Bei, however, had forgotten something. This was their first meeting, yet he had already made physical contact with a woman. In this conservative world, such an act was a significant transgression.
The setting sun stretched Su Bei's shadow long.
As he walked into the restaurant, Su Bei saw Sword Maiden sitting quietly by herself. For some reason, he had a feeling she seemed even more distracted than before...
"What's wrong, Sword Maiden?"
Su Bei looked at her with some confusion, then reached out and gently touched her forehead. There seemed to be no change.
