It was impossible that He Yi would pass the baton within three years.
At this juncture, it seemed overboard and vicious for Deng Wenchang to discuss the topic of promotion with Qiao Nan. This was such a sensitive topic. Even when at home, they should not casually engage in such hate, let alone at the office.
He Yi's identity and status were one of the reasons that Qiao Nan was unwilling to continue on this topic.
Secondly, Qiao Nan was the newest employee in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. No matter how well she had performed, obviously, she had limited contribution when compared to the elders who had worked in the department for twenty to thirty years. She had far fewer opportunities than them.