But solely out of consideration for Panzi's respect for him and the help Panzi had given, Han Lie would definitely not disappoint Pan Pan and was bound to provide a satisfactory resolution.
As for 'she deserved to be abandoned'—he'd heard that sort of thing before.
If it was a matter of incompatible feelings, if they genuinely couldn't get along, then there was nothing to be done.
But if Han Lie had truly acted with a guilty conscience and bullied someone... Did he think Uncle Pan was made of clay?!
Pan Shengwu's third layer of meaning was particularly interesting. He was anxious. Ultimately, he still wanted to know if his daughter had been won back by Han Lie. That Xi Luting was devilishly beautiful, both alluring and fiercely cool—a true femme fatale who could seemingly turn anyone, making Pan Shengwu deeply uneasy. That question wasn't just an inquiry; it was also a nudge and an encouragement.
The subtext was: Young Han, go ahead and make your move, Dad supports you!
