When the girls aren't taking clients, Ali doesn't concern herself with their conversations. In truth, their social circle is quite narrow, revolving around a constant stream of employers, few of whom treat them sincerely. Most people around them look down upon them, and considering that many of the girls aren't well educated, their social dealings are largely limited to their own peers and a few small-time gangsters. Outside of work, their spending is usually limited to buying clothes for themselves.
She exited her office and headed towards the private room.
Abiao usually arrived earlier than Yao Beikun. Often, when she sought out Abiao for discussions, Beikun wasn't there, and today seemed to be no different. Abiao was sitting alone in the private room, a quiet man.
Ali frequently overheard Beikun jestingly ask Abiao why he didn't find a woman to fulfill his needs. Ali always felt that Abiao might be waiting for someone, a woman who might be important to him.