"Why has the manager of Juxiang Building also come?" asked the master of the Wang Family to the two wealthy merchants beside him.
The two shook their heads and replied, "We don't know. Perhaps he represents the mysterious owner of Juxiang Building? As you know, this owner is very secretive; perhaps he received an invitation and sent Manager Zhan to attend in his stead."
"Quite possibly. I didn't expect even Lord Imperial Envoy could persuade Juxiang Building to send someone. However, it's a pity the owner still refuses to show himself. Could this be seen as him losing face in front of the imperial envoy?"
Another merchant seemed to revel in the situation, enjoying the drama.
The other two merchants then looked towards the two imperial envoys seated at the head, curious if they'd feel slighted by Juxiang Building only sending a manager.
To their disappointment, the imperial envoys were still smiling broadly, showing no displeasure, and their hearts sank.
