Invited to a Buffet That Didn't Exist

Last two weeks, my company hosted a Chinese New Year buffet lunch. About an hour after it started, I went to the designated meeting room to grab some food from the buffet. On my way, I passed a meeting room filled with management and a clique gathered in the sofa area. But when I stepped into the designated room, instead of a buffet spread, I was met with a sea of tables occupied by…