This remark was asked with clear malice.
Although it's been nearly twenty years since Hong Kong's return, some lines remain distinctly drawn.
A careless answer could easily lead to trouble.
Ning Anping felt the hand that Xiufeng had tightly clasped with hers tighten further. She gave Song Xiufeng a gentle smile, signaling that she could handle the situation.
Then, fixing her gaze directly on Song Mingyue, she said indifferently, "We share the same territory; why distinguish between mainland and elsewhere? The Ping'An Foundation's beneficiaries are not segregated by mainland or elsewhere. Anyone who is a compatriot facing difficulty can seek help from us, and as long as they meet the foundation's criteria for aid, we will do everything in our power to assist. Are you satisfied with my answer, madam?"
As natural enemies, Song Mingyue was of course not satisfied that her question had been so easily deflected, but she could not press on.
