Meanwhile, on the other side, Chén Zhāoyáng closely followed the Ministry of Science and Technology staff members as they walked into a meeting room within the ministry. The meeting room was spacious and bright, furnished with a long conference table surrounded by numerous chairs. A group of people had already gathered inside, dressed in various uniforms and work attire—some in sharp business suits, others in lab coats.
Some were conversing in low tones, while others were intently reviewing documents in their hands, clearly waiting for Chén Zhāoyáng's arrival. Seated at the head of the conference table was Minister Tong of the Ministry of Science and Technology. He was tall with a kind expression. Upon seeing Chén Zhāoyáng walk in, he immediately stood up, a warm smile on his face, and greeted him cordially, "Ah, Xiǎo Chén, you're here. Come sit over here quickly."
As he spoke, Minister Tong pointed to the empty seat on his left, signaling Chén Zhāoyáng to sit there. Seeing this, Chén Zhāoyáng quickly strode over to Minister Tong's side and said with a smile, "Hello, Minister Tong!" Then, at Minister Tong's gesture, he cautiously took the vacant seat.
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