"Li Chen..."
A beastlike growl rose from the Centipede Daoist's throat as he gnashed his teeth in hatred.
"Don't do anything rash. She is the granddaughter of Elder Mei Yunhe at our association's headquarters, and the only girl among the younger direct descendants of the Mei clan. She is doted on every bit as much as the sole son of any other great aristocratic clan."
Helm Master Lin dared not delay and hurriedly volunteered Miss Mei's identity.
At this, Li Chen laughed heartily. "Then it seems I really have caught a big fish."
Still shaken, Miss Mei forced a smile. "As expected of Artisan Li, who caught the twin fish. In that case, it is an honor for this humble girl to become a fish in your hands."
She was subtly reminding Li Chen that she knew who he was, which also meant that the Everflow Merchants' Association knew.
That earlier incident had indeed brought Li Chen considerable fame. Though it was only a title, it would make itself felt when the occasion called for it.
Moreover, by comparing herself to the Dragon Fish, she was emphasizing her own distinguished status.
Li Chen sneered. "What a silver-tongued young lady. Just what I'd expect from someone raised by a great aristocratic clan. But since you know my name, you've probably also heard that I cooked and ate both those fish."
"I'm just a wilderness rogue cultivator. I don't have all your twists and turns. As the saying goes, take life and death lightly, and fight anyone who won't yield. I don't care who you are. Once you fall into my hands, you're mine to carve up."
Miss Mei smiled bitterly. "This humble girl admits her mistake. Please be magnanimous, Twin Fish Master Artisan, and don't hold it against me."
Helm Master