Lu Family Mansion, 23:15;
Xi Yuan stepped into his mentor's home with an air of composed authority, his fingers deftly undoing the buttons on his sleeves. The tailored suit jacket draped over his forearm hinted at the exhaustion of the day, while the tired sigh that escaped his lips revealed the weight of the burdens he'd carried.
His sharp gaze scanned the familiar space, calculating yet reflective, before settling on the figure entering behind him. Xi Fang joined in, his expression solemn as he eyed the iPad in his hands.
"The Tanakas from Japan are arriving tomorrow, Brother," Xi Fang said, his voice calm. "Will you attend the conference, or should I handle it?"
"I'll be there," Xi Yuan replied, shaking his head slightly, his tone laced with finality. "Just make sure the meeting is scheduled after two in the afternoon."
"Got it," Xi Fang said with a faint smile. He took a step back, nodding politely. "I'll take my leave then. Good night." He turned toward the door.
