Shu Jing was the initiator of the charity gala and, naturally, its undisputed centerpiece.
As a guest, Lu Chen was essentially a supporting player. It was impossible for the host to accompany him the entire time, as she had other guests to attend to. After guiding Lu Chen on a tour of the banquet hall, she offered a polite apology and excused herself.
Lu Chen expressed his understanding and appreciation; he had already gained enough for one evening.
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