At two-thirty in the afternoon, Bai Xiaoyan deliberately arrived at the café across from the bank fifteen minutes early. She instructed the server to freshly grind and brew the establishment's most authentic, richest, and best-tasting signature coffee. Additionally, she ordered some snacks and fruit. Once everything was ready, she awaited the arrival of her esteemed guest.
At half-past two, on the dot, the door to the private booth opened.
"Hello, I am Bai Xiaoyan, a client manager from Wanda Bank. Please, it's a pleasure to meet you!" Bai Xiaoyan used the most gentle tone she could muster. However, when she looked up, her smile froze as if it had been encased in ice.
"Chen Ziqian, why is it you?" Bai Xiaoyan's tone reverted to being firm, "I am currently waiting for a very important client, so please leave! You are not welcome."
Chen Ziqian walked past Bai Xiaoyan and settled himself into an armchair, leisurely crossing his legs.