"Have you guys heard? Deputy Director Zhou got his heart broken," someone said excitedly in a tone that suggested sharing a juicy secret.
"I heard it too. Our director just said it himself."
"I heard as well."
People huddled together, gossiping with glee that was even livelier than the New Year celebrations. It seemed as though the Deputy Director's heartbreak was a delightful bit of news.
"Is it really okay for us to be happy about this?" Clearly, someone's conscience was bothering them.
"Hehe… it's not good, but I'm happy."
"Actually... I also feel bad, but I... hahaha... I just can't help feeling happy from the bottom of my heart."
With that said, people exchanged covert glances and then snickered mischievously.