Chapter 62

There is no doubt that for the collective petitioning incident of the laid-off workers from the instrument factory, the media must have received a gag order from the higher-ups. This also indicates that someone has a guilty conscience, fearing the exposure of the instrument factory's affairs and the pressure from public opinion.

Given this, it is even more necessary to use the media to guide public opinion.

However, under the current circumstances, it is as difficult as ascending to the heavens to gain the use of the media.

Even if there are bold journalists who dare to stand up and speak out against the prevailing trend, they may not pass the strict layers of review.

After returning to the General Affairs Department from Jian Ruoming's office, Fan Yibing and Liu Chunna came forward, joyfully informing Chu Tianshu that the director's office had been tidied up, with all of Tian Keming's belongings cleared out and new desks and chairs installed. They were busy helping Chu Tianshu move his computer and other items into the director's office.

In recent days, sitting in the spacious, bright, and newly renovated director's office, Chu Tianshu had become like Tian Keming, eagerly awaiting the morning newspapers. However, each time he opened them with hope, he closed them with disappointment, finding no news related to the instrument factory in the pages.

As a result, Chu Tianshu not only lacked the joy of his promotion but also felt a growing sense of worry and frustration.

"Soft spring breeze blows, peach blossoms bloom..." The phone rang loudly, but Chu Tianshu had no interest in answering it. It was either Wei Shijie causing trouble or Qi Daguang inviting him for drinks.

Chu Tianshu lazily brought the phone to his ear and answered.

"Hello, do you know who I am?" It was a warm female voice.

Chu Tianshu quickly checked the caller ID: Wow, it's Xiang Wanqing.

Seeing this name, Chu Tianshu felt a surge of excitement, as if he could see a pair of large eyes fluttering beneath long lashes, giving him endless imagination and hope.

Chu Tianshu hadn't expected her to call him, and his mind was racing: Use the media, use public opinion, draw attention... Xiang Wanqing? Yes, use Xiang Wanqing!

But how could he subtly use her?

Chu Tianshu remained silent for a while, and Xiang Wanqing urged, "Hey, are you mute? Can't you remember?"

The worst thing a beautiful woman can tolerate is being ignored.

Chu Tianshu, suddenly inspired, mimicked a broadcaster's clear and resonant voice, "Hello, the user you are calling... is listening attentively."

This joke piqued Xiang Wanqing's interest, "Then speak quickly, who am I?"

Chu Tianshu felt his heart racing and briefly felt dizzy, as if he had suddenly stood up after squatting for a long time, causing a lack of blood flow to his brain.

Actually, this feeling had been present since the first time Chu Tianshu saw her.

However, at this moment, Chu Tianshu was not only interested in Xiang Wanqing as a person but also in her identity as a journalist for Qingyuan TV.

This feeling was like a long-awaited rain after a drought!

Could he persuade her to plan a program about laid-off workers?

Chu Tianshu couldn't suppress his excitement, feeling his throat dry. He struggled to swallow and controlled himself, then laughed lightly, "If I guess right, will there be a reward?"

Xiang Wanqing, impatient, said, "You're so talkative. When a girl asks you to guess, isn't that a reward itself?"

"No, that's not a reward, it's a trap."

"You're so shameless." Xiang Wanqing must have been smirking on the other end, "Hmph, do you think you're Wei Shijie, with many girls eager to trap you?"

"Ha, I and Wei Shijie are from the same school, so we might have the same charm."

"Oh, I understand, you know too many girls and are afraid of guessing wrong, right?"

"No!"

"Then why?"

"Because, if I guess right, it proves I've been thinking about you, which would be embarrassing. If I guess wrong, it proves you have no charm, which would be even more embarrassing. A smart person like me generally doesn't do such a thing."

"Really boring, I didn't expect you to be such a smooth talker." Xiang Wanqing sounded lazy, as if she was about to hang up.

Chu Tianshu quickly confessed, "No, no, no, you misunderstood. Receiving your call, I'm really excited and moved. To be honest, I've been looking forward to your call, beautiful journalist."

Xiang Wanqing was a bit pleased, "That's better, do you know who I am now?"

"Of course, beautiful journalist Xiang Wanqing. Hey, tell me, do you miss me?"

"Ha! Who do you think you are, that I would miss you?"

"If you don't miss me, why are you calling me?"

Xiang Wanqing spat, "Pfft, I don't miss you at all. Haven't you forgotten that you owe me money? I'm here to collect."

"Say that earlier, I just got some extra money and can pay you back. Where are you, I'll bring it to you."

"Don't fool me. I'm asking you, when will your classmate Wei Shijie accept my interview?"

Chu Tianshu began to complain, "Oh, I've told him, but he's not willing to expose his private life."

Xiang Wanqing was very dissatisfied, "Hey, how can you be so unreliable? You promised me, and now you're changing your mind."

Finally, the topic turned to the program, and Chu Tianshu began to hint, "I mean, you've been a war correspondent, why are you so enthusiastic about these boring gossip programs? If you keep this up, I, your loyal viewer, will stop watching."

"Hypocrite! When we met, you didn't even know my name. What kind of loyal viewer are you?" Xiang Wanqing countered, then immediately added, "Hey, don't change the subject, I'm waiting to do the program."

"These trivial topics, what kind of ratings can they get? I say, don't do it."

"If not, what should I do?"

"Chasing robbers in a coffee shop, that would be exciting."

"Are you trying to upset me? You know the police said the criminals haven't been caught yet, and they're afraid of leaks, so they don't allow it. By the way, my button camera is still with that policewoman, you promised to help me get it back."

Chu Tianshu, having teased enough, suddenly said, "I have a topic, do you dare to do it?"

"Really?" Xiang Wanqing was excited.

Chu Tianshu continued to challenge her, "Of course, I just fear you lack the courage."

"Wait," Xiang Wanqing, being smart, quickly realized what Chu Tianshu was talking about, "Brother, you're not talking about the instrument factory workers' unrest, are you?"

Chu Tianshu secretly rejoiced, "Yes, isn't this topic eye-catching enough?"

Xiang Wanqing deflated, "Brother, don't ruin me. If you ruin my career, can you support me for the rest of my life?"

"No problem," Chu Tianshu laughed, "For the rest of your life, as long as I have a bite to eat, I won't let you go hungry."

"Stop, stop! That sounds wrong, like I can't get married and have to cling to you."

"Ha ha..." Chu Tianshu laughed heartily.

Xiang Wanqing said fiercely, "Laugh all you want, I'm already annoyed, and you're still laughing so smugly."

Chu Tianshu said seriously, "No more jokes, I'll give you a topic, I guarantee you'll be interested."

Unable to break through directly, Chu Tianshu decided to take a roundabout approach. He remembered that Zheng Xiaomin's mother was still in the hospital waiting for surgery, which would be a very good topic for a program.

First, avoid mentioning the Zheng family's identity and use the story of a girl selling herself to save her mother to stir the public's emotions.

After the program airs, it will surely cause a sensation, not only helping to raise medical fees for Zheng's mother but also, by delving deeper into the story, naturally bringing to light the hardships of the laid-off workers from the instrument factory.

Xiang Wanqing couldn't wait, "Quick, stop teasing, tell me."

"Please, is the story of a girl selling herself to save her mother interesting?"

"Yes, very! Who is she, where is she, take me to her."

"Hehe, no need to rush, I'll set a condition for the party involved."

"Say it!"

"Help them raise the surgery fees."

"No problem, as long as the story is real and tragic, I'll take care of it, and there will be kind-hearted people who will provide assistance."

"Deal, I'll contact them right away." Chu Tianshu couldn't help but feel proud.

"Hey, you're not just making this up to make me happy, are you?" Hearing Chu Tianshu's ambiguous laughter, Xiang Wanqing was uneasy and threatened, "Hmph, if you trick me again, I'll expose your fake identity at the matchmaking event."

"Stop, stop," Chu Tianshu looked at the wall clock, it was almost time to leave work, and said, "Where are you, let's talk in person, okay?"

Xiang Wanqing agreed straightforwardly, "Okay! I'll go change, and I'll call you later to pick me up."

After hanging up, Chu Tianshu took a taxi back to Dangui Piaoxiang and drove out the Lingyunzhi from the garage.

From the exterior and interior configuration, the car looked no different from an ordinary Lingyunzhi, but as soon as he drove out of the neighborhood, Chu Tianshu felt the car's superior performance and handling. As a new driver who rarely drove, he found it easy to handle and control.

He first went to the hospital and told Zheng's parents and Zheng Xiaomin that he had contacted the Qingyuan TV journalist, who would interview and film them to raise surgery fees through the program.

Chu Tianshu repeatedly instructed them not to mention the instrument factory during the interview.

Zheng Butcher and Zheng Xiaomin's mother were extremely grateful and agreed.

However, when mentioning the details of "selling herself to save her mother" in the hallway, Zheng Xiaomin hesitated.

Chu Tianshu said, "Xiaomin, you've already decided to do it, why are you afraid to talk about it?"

Zheng Xiaomin, embarrassed, said, "I did it secretly, but talking about it in front of the whole city is different, isn't it?"

Chu Tianshu said, "Do you not want to save your mother?"

Zheng Xiaomin wiped away her tears and remained silent.

Chu Tianshu reached out and placed his hand on Zheng Xiaomin's shoulder, "Xiaomin, be strong."

"Okay, I'll listen to you." Zheng Xiaomin looked up, bit her lip, and nodded, then suddenly lowered her head, blushing, "Brother Chu, don't forget the note I gave you."

"Soft spring breeze blows, peach blossoms bloom..."

The awkward atmosphere was broken by the phone ringing.

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