The group passed through the grand revolving doors of the state-run restaurant and stepped inside, where a tidal wave of noise instantly washed over them.
Wang Jianguo steadied himself and looked around. The spacious dining hall was packed, with diners crowded around nearly every table. Many more people stood in the aisles, whispering and gesturing, while servers darted through the crowd, their movements hurried and harried.
This bustling, shoulder-to-shoulder scene made Wang Jianguo frown, his mind filled with confusion. He knew well that the state-run restaurant was famous for its high-quality food and service; the threshold for dining here was not low, and prices were significantly higher than at ordinary eateries. Most of the clientele were people with deeper pockets who valued the quality of their meal, so it was rare to see such a crowded scene, even at peak dining hours.
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