"Not at all, not at all..." Song Tan quickly extended her hand as well.
She wasn't familiar with official pleasantries, but having seen Secretary Xiaozu perform them so often, she had become silky smooth and fluid in executing them herself.
Fortunately, the staff's efficiency was exceptionally high that day, and after a brief exchange of pleasantries, everyone, fearing the impending high temperatures, hastened up the mountain.
As they were leaving, the visitors cast envious glances at the brand-new villa:
"Country houses have so much space; this house is really beautiful!"
"It's alright," Song Tan said without batting an eye, "it's just that the exterior painting looks a bit nicer. Living in it is all the same."
"Come this way. We have a big dog on the mountain, but it's very obedient and rarely bites, so don't be afraid, okay!"
"What's so special about a dog?"
