Flickering candlelight filled the space.
A long, narrow dining table stood in the venue, surrounded by red velvet drapes.
The table was laid with expensive tableware, fine red wine, and steaks glistening with oil.
Seven or eight people sat along both sides of the long table. Their clothes were all plain and cheap.
Yet without exception, they had washed their clothes spotless today and ironed out every last wrinkle.
Two women sat among them, but their appearances were worlds apart.
The black-haired Huaxia Beauty was overwhelmingly superior, whether in figure or looks.
The men present could not help stealing glances at her.
"Today, I specially changed the dining venue because I wanted to give everyone a sense of freshness."
A bearded man sat in the seat of honor. He looked to be in his forties or fifties, and his gaze swept across everyone at the table.
"Hehe."
"Chayev Boss, you've put so much thought into this!"
"We're already delighted just to attend your dinner!"
Several seated men immediately smiled ingratiatingly.
Chayev Boss slowly nodded and gave a very gentlemanly smile. "I believe there is nothing humans cannot do. All reluctance comes from a lack of motivation."
Motivation?
A glimmer flashed in everyone's eyes, and they nodded repeatedly.
Chayev poured himself a glass of red wine and gently swirled it. "Now, let us begin today's pre-dinner game."
"Fine, we'll follow Mr. Chayev's arrangements in everything!"
Everyone at the table straightened their posture.
Chayev Boss slightly turned his head and looked at the first person on his left. "My friend, Mr. Ilin, please drink this glass of red wine first."
The man named Ilin had hands covered in calluses. He appeared to be a mine worker as well. Scratching his head, he smiled and said, "Mr. Chaidu, thank you for your kindness,