Hai Ling'er sat to the side, her face so red it looked like it was about to drip blood. She explained, "I had some unfinished work and left late, just in time to catch Commandant and Mr. Song coming over, so they gave me a lift."
Since Hai Ling'er worked for Minister Xia, Cheng Yanzhi was quite polite to her.
Giving her a lift on the way was a common occurrence.
Minister Xia laughed, "Why are you so nervous? We're all just joking around."
Hai Ling'er laughed along in agreement.
After dinner, everyone went for karaoke.
The private room was fully equipped.
"Minister Xia, come, let me toast to you, wishing you rise higher year by year."
The Secretary-General approached with a glass in hand.
Minister Xia looked at the Secretary-General, "Secretary-General, you're really joking."
It was clear that his position at the headquarters was even higher than hers.
The Secretary-General said, "Well then, I'll drink first."
After finishing his words, he emptied the glass in one gulp.
