"salute--!"

As a clear and melodious girl's voice rang out, everyone in the banquet hall straightened their backs in unison.

The seven bigwigs stepped onto the stage, gave everyone a standard military salute, and then took their seats.

Lin Feng scanned the entire room, and everyone lowered their heads. Even the president and vice president dared not meet his gaze, and they didn't even dare to breathe too heavily, as if they were afraid of attracting Lin Feng's attention.

Only Nguyen Thi Mai and Tran San Thi made no attempt to hide their admiration and worship as they stared intently at Lin Feng.

Lin Feng nodded slightly, then turned his gaze to the many guests below the stage.

"Brothers!"

"At this special time of bidding farewell to the old year and welcoming the new, we gather together to celebrate the upcoming Spring Festival. On behalf of all the leaders of the China Democratic League, I would like to extend my sincerest greetings and best wishes for the New Year to everyone!"

"The past year has been a year full of challenges and opportunities. We have worked hard and made silent contributions in our respective positions, and together we have witnessed the brilliant achievements of the China Democratic League in various fields."

"These achievements are inseparable from everyone's wisdom and hard work; they are the result of the concerted efforts and united struggle of every member. Here, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks and high respect to every hardworking colleague!"

Looking back, we are filled with pride; looking to the future, we are brimming with confidence. A new year, new hopes, new goals.

"In this hopeful new year, let us continue to uphold the principle of 'people-oriented and alliance-based,' stay true to our original aspirations, and forge ahead with determination."

"We must strive with greater enthusiasm, a more pragmatic approach, and more innovative development ideas to achieve our grand goals and to fight steadfastly for the liberation of all mankind."

"Here, please allow me, on behalf of all members of the China Democratic League, to raise a glass to you, wishing you even greater success and brilliant achievements in the new year. We also hope that you will safeguard the prosperity and strength of our motherland and nation."

After saying that, Lin Feng took the lead and downed the wine in his glass in one gulp.

"Clap clap clap clap clap clap clap—!"

Immediately, the entire audience erupted in applause.

"Unwavering struggle for the liberation of all mankind! Respectfully, Chairman!!!"

"Respectfully, Chairman!!!"

"Respect, Chairman!!!!"

After a brief silence, everyone went wild, raising their glasses and shouting as they downed the strong liquor in one gulp.

Lin Feng sat at the main table, chatting with the presidents and vice presidents of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.

"President Huy and Vice President Nguyen, the achievements that North Vietnam has made today are inseparable from your hard work. We should have a good drink to this."

As he spoke, Lin Feng took two wine glasses from the table and personally poured wine for Li Wenhui and Ruan Zhicheng.

Startled, the two of them quickly stood up: "No, this is unacceptable..."

Lin Feng insisted on pouring them drinks: "President Hui, Vice President Ruan, we don't need to stand on ceremony like this, do we?"

Ruan Zhicheng smiled bitterly, knowing he couldn't go against his wishes and could only accept it.

Lin Feng continued, "Actually, we're all in the same boat. Sometimes, only by opening our eyes together to see the world and the future can we truly connect with each other..."

"Yes, yes, the president is very forward-thinking and has a very far-sighted mindset..."

"That's right, you're absolutely right. We're all in the same boat; it's no good if anyone falls off..."

Li Wenhui and Ruan Zhicheng hurriedly echoed, smiling obsequiously and flattering him incessantly, afraid of offending Lin Feng if they spoke too slowly.

Lin Feng enjoyed being praised and complimented, but he knew better than anyone that he was only doing this to take advantage of the two of them.

In Lin Feng's eyes, they were as insignificant and lowly as ants, not worth his painstaking scheming, let alone respect.

But he really couldn't say anything too definitive, otherwise he would inevitably seem too cold-hearted and unapproachable.

"Come, President Kassan, Vice President Suwan, this should be our first meeting, right?" Lin Feng approached Kassan Fengweihan and Suwan Namiti with a wine glass in hand, exchanging pleasantries with a warm smile and gentle tone.

Kaysan Fengweihan and Suwan Namiti quickly stood up, holding their wine glasses in both hands, and bowed respectfully to Lin Feng: "President, we have long admired your reputation. You are a role model for us all!"

"Haha, I didn't expect you to speak Chinese so well. Not bad, but you still have room for improvement. Keep up the good work!"

"The president is right. We will definitely work hard and live up to the president's expectations!"

"Yes, we will certainly live up to the chairman's expectations, and we will certainly not let down the expectations of our nation and people!"

"cheers!"

"cheers!"

...

After a flurry of toasts and conversation, the banquet finally began in earnest.

Dishes, fine wines, beautiful waitresses, and other staff members moving among the guests all appeared in the banquet hall.

Chen Sanyuan and others began to greet the guests on behalf of Lin Feng.

"Distinguished guests, good evening! First of all, I would like to propose another toast to everyone, wishing you all a pleasant time."

Then, he picked up his glass, tilted it back, drank it down, and spilled the wine on the ground.

"Let's do it!"

"Let's do it!"

The guests responded enthusiastically, raising their glasses for a hearty drink.

Chen Sanyuan and the others also stepped forward one by one with their wine glasses, drinking as they walked.

After an unknown amount of time, almost everyone at Lin Feng's main table was drunk when suddenly two fragrant aromas wafted towards them.

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