The next morning, Cai Ming-liang wakes up to find that his face is swollen. He tells his father that he is tired and wants to go back to his room. He says that his father has told him not to touch the bruise on his face anymore, as it will heal itself. He asks his father why he believes him, and his father replies that he has been handpicked by his father. He then goes on to explain that he does not love Cai, and that whatever happens to her, he will never love her again