After hearing this, Pamela's eyes widened and she stared at me intently.
Her expression of disbelief and astonishment made me feel a surge of satisfaction. I grinned and teased, "What's with that little expression?"
"Where's that defiant attitude from earlier?"
"Don't worry, it's not a big deal. If he can't pass the civil service exam, he can still inherit the family business and continue selling grilled lamb skewers."
"But don't try to fool anyone with rat meat again. If someone actually dies from eating it, it won't just be a matter of fines and sewing machines."
"It'll cost you your life."
"As a lawyer, you should know this better than I do."
"You!"
Pamela suddenly raised her hand and pointed at me, her face a mix of disbelief and shock that instantly turned into sheer horror. A deep sense of dread and panic flashed in her eyes.
"Was it you, the important figure my mom mentioned?"
