A palpable tension settled over the private room. It was clear He Hanchuan was in a dark mood, and from the moment Xiang Wan had left, no one dared to speak. Xiang Jianguo, in contrast, seemed to relax, his usual suave and composed demeanor returning. He poured another round of drinks, a light smile playing on his lips. “Let’s not let someone insignificant ruin the evening,” he said. “Let’s contin