Before long, everyone invited to the dinner had arrived, and they began to take their seats. Joseph sat to Davis's left, while Zac was assigned a spot at the edge of the table.
Davis spoke up, "Zac, why aren't you saying hello to Joseph? He's capable of managing projects at the family company. He's a well-known entrepreneur in Steelhaven; you should learn from him."
Zac didn't move or reply.
"Zac, are you deaf?" Davis scolded softly. "You really lack manners; you don't even know basic etiquette!"
Zac responded calmly, "Dinner table manners are for those with low status. I don't need to please anyone here."
"Haha, are you joking?" Ted burst into laughter. "What's your status? You're just an unemployed veteran, aren't you? You should greet everyone at this dinner!"
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