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Secretary Liang entered without uttering a word, without a trace of displeasure, and without showing any dissatisfaction. She simply left Mr. Chen aside, left him hanging for a full fifteen minutes.
How many fifteen minutes are in a day for Chen Jingyuan.
As he continued to wait for her return, the meal on the table grew tepid.
In half an hour, he had a social engagement, not far, just near the International Trade Center.
So for this meal, he only watched her eat.
Soon after, Xu Zhou called to ask if the boss was ready to leave.
Chen Jingyuan, with his watch-wearing hand resting on the armrest, glanced down slightly—the time was indeed getting late.
He instructed, "At three o'clock in the afternoon, headquarters and Zhang Group are signing an agreement. Have Secretary Liang attend remotely on my behalf. And for the business cocktail party in the evening, have her accompany me."
"Do I need to prepare a formal dress?"
"No need."
