Chapter 457
After some time, the duty room where Seong Sam-mun’s group was staying became full.
The officials who had taken light baths gathered around a small table for casual conversation.
Though exhaustion filled their eyes, few officials missed these opportunities for conversation.
Since they gathered regardless of department, it was a precious opportunity to hear stories from departments other than their own. By carefully collecting stories that emerged from such gatherings, one could grasp overall trends, and only those who could piece these together successfully could rise in rank.
“I’m getting a bit hungry… How about ordering some late-night food?”
As Han Myeong-hoe patted his stomach and suggested this to those around him, Gwon Ram checked the clock and shook his head.
“It’s too late. What a shame.”
“Oh dear…”
As Han Myeong-hoe, who had first brought it up, was clicking his tongue, Yi Gae, who was sitting with them, carefully spoke up.