Director Song’s initially calm and smiling expression shifted in an instant. A flicker of pride first appeared, quickly followed by a furrowed brow of anxious helplessness.
Holding the receiver tightly to his ear, he leaned forward and raised his voice, urging, "Old brother, stay calm, stay calm. Don't get excited. Speak slowly; we have plenty of time. You’re no longer a young man, don't let yourself get worked up over this!"
As he spoke, he nodded incessantly, as if keeping rhythm with someone unseen on the other end of the line, interjecting with brief responses: "Yes, yes, I know. This is truly the great news our Commune has been waiting for for so long. Everyone has been looking forward to it with bated breath..."
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