Qu Xiangru held a strong command over the event, and those present were also accustomed to frequenting such occasions, so a lull in conversation was unlikely.
Making toasts or such, naturally, was non-existent.
Jin Rong and Song Guanchao, the two junior secretaries, though mere accessories, weren't even up for toasting to make their presence felt.
For a banquet at this level, it was quite rare for the two of them to even have a seat at the table.
Keeping quiet and diligently eating was indeed what they were supposed to do.
After a variety of dishes had been served, Qu Xiangru mentioned the purpose of the gathering.
She hoped Jin Rong would participate in the operation to capture Lu Xiaotian.
After all, it was a Ministry of Public Security supervised case, and the provincial department was informed from the start.
Hearing her words, Song Guanchao realized that this woman was looking to pick peaches again.
