President Liu scanned the room with his eyes, then cleared his throat before slowly saying, "This matter has to be talked about starting a few months ago. I went to Beijing on business and happened to meet a young man from one of the major families there. This young man, well... to put it bluntly, he really isn't from the direct line, but the way he carries himself is really impressive. In front of him, I had absolutely no confidence."
President Liu paused for a moment, squinting his eyes, seemingly recalling the scene from back then. No one interrupted him; all quietly waited for him.
