Chapter 3937: Chapter 3925: Transfer

"In my opinion, handling it this way is too lenient," Ma Jun said:

"All these years, both of them have thrown their weight around the station, they should be directly fired."

"The main issue is that there’s no direct reason. They haven’t made any principled mistakes. This is already the harshest punishment," Dong Xiao said:

"But going forward, it’ll be good. No one will be playing any tricks, and the other shows can compete fairly."

For those in the workplace, having the chance for fair competition is a rare occurrence.

"Alright, alright, let’s not discuss this anymore. Just get back to work," Feng Chengrong said.

Everyone returned to their stations and started focusing on their tasks.

However, Lin Yi hadn’t expected the result of this punishment.

It’s basically a set punishment, with no concessions made.

Bzz bzz bzz—

At that moment, Lin Yi’s phone rang; it was a message from Zhao Jing.

Zhao Jing: "Do you have time at noon? Let’s have lunch together."

Lin Yi: "I’ll have to check my schedule, might not have time."

Zhao Jing: "Eye roll.JPG."

After a busy morning, just before eleven, Lin Yi sneaked away to Zhao Jing’s office.

Zhao Jing was dressed in typical office attire.

Navy-blue cropped suit pants, with a white V-neck shirt underneath, though loose, couldn’t hide the large size.

"Take a seat and rest for a bit, I’ll be done soon."

Upon seeing Lin Yi enter, Zhao Jing acknowledged him and continued to finish her work quickly.

Lin Yi went to the water dispenser, poured a glass of water, and sat on the sofa.

A dozen minutes later, Zhao Jing finished her work.

"Any preferences on what to eat?"

"Anything is fine."

"If you don’t have anything particular in mind, let’s go to that Sichuan restaurant we went to before."

"Sure, I’ll follow your lead."

Zhao Jing tidied up briefly, put on the matching suit jacket, and went out with Lin Yi to the usual Sichuan restaurant.

"Director Zhao suddenly inviting me to lunch, is there something up?"

"What kind of question is that? Do I need a reason to invite you for lunch?"

"I get it, you missed me."

"Oh, stop flattering yourself," Zhao Jing teased, "I’ve had enough of the cafeteria food, so I’m just inviting you out as my lunch buddy."

"Thanks to Director Zhao for the opportunity, I’m ready to cling to your success."

"I’m hardly anything to cling to; I should be clinging to your success," Zhao Jing said:

"You must’ve heard about Qin Yuejin and Xu Jiachun’s reassignment, right?"

"I just heard about it this morning."

"Director Zhang seems to have given you a lot of face, dealing with all problematic individuals."

"I can sense it, might send him some tea soon; the stuff he drinks is really subpar."

"Haha..."

Zhao Jing laughed, "This is the first time I’ve seen a subordinate criticize their leader’s taste."

"I tasted it once, and it was indeed subpar," Lin Yi laughed and said, "But did you invite me here just for this?"

"How’s that possible? It’s just a casual meal," Zhao Jing said:

"But I’ve heard something else as well, though I don’t know if it’s true."

"What is it?"

"Ma Anchen has been reassigned, and there’s no one overseeing ’Morning News’ now. From what Director Zhang suggested, there might be two plans."

"What are the two plans?"

"First, to merge ’Morning News’ with ’Nearby News’ into one program. The second plan is to have you take over Ma Anchen’s position."

Taking a bite, Zhao Jing pondered, "From what I understand of Director Zhang and the other leaders, they seem to prefer the second option more."

"Really? You’re not teasing me, right?"

"Why would I lie? This is insider information," Zhao Jing said:

"Merging the two shows isn’t very practical. Plus, the types of these programs differ; ’Nearby News’ focuses on public concerns, whereas ’Morning News’ is more formal and may involve official interviews, so he prefers the latter—handing the program to you."

"Director Zhang is really playing mind games," Lin Yi smiled and said:

"Although Ma Anchen has been demoted, he’s still with the show. If I go and take over as producer, it means they’re not letting him off easy."

"As long as you understand this, regardless of how Qin Yuejin or Ma Anchen is handled, it’s all about giving you face. If these matters were exposed, it’d just be like a slap on the wrist, without necessary actions; now it’s up to you how to proceed."

Lin Yi didn’t respond, simply gazing at Zhao Jing, making her feel a tad uneasy.

"Why are you looking at me like that?"

"You’re here to relay Director Zhang’s message, probing my stance?"

"You really are perceptive," Zhao Jing looked at Lin Yi and said:

"Even though I work with him, I’m not here to convince you. But I do think Director Zhang values you, hoping to use this opportunity to elevate you, just like I mentioned before. If you don’t seize the opportunity, it may not come again."

"I understand the logic, but I lack ambition, just want to coast by. Suddenly being handed such a big opportunity leaves me unsure."

"With your abilities, you claim to lack ambition?"

"Can my ambition be greater than yours?"

"Hmm?"

Zhao Jing paused for a moment, realizing Lin Yi’s intent, removed her shoe, and nudged Lin Yi under the table.

"Even with a child, you lack discipline."

Lin Yi chuckled, "Anything goes; I’ll follow the organization’s arrangements. I’m just a brick, ready to be moved where needed."

"Then I’ll congratulate you in advance, Producer Lin."

"Congratulations to you too, Director Zhao."

A simple lunch quickly concluded, and the two returned to the station, each busying with their own tasks.

Although this meal didn’t carry any ulterior motives, it was apparent Zhao Jing was probing on behalf of Zhang Qingyu.

Thus, it seems confirmed that I will take the producer role for ’Morning News.’

The main issue now is the unfinished system tasks at this stage; if I leave, can the viewership still maintain its growth?

If the ratings don’t reach a 2 before I leave, then moving to ’Morning News’ means starting from scratch, building another show like this.

That would waste more time, and the previous efforts would be in vain.

Lin Jiang opened his phone, checked the show’s progress, and saw it was now covering Mao Hai Long’s story.

Adding Li Xiaoping’s story, it should last about five more days.

Though the system can be quite unreliable, it is useful at times.

Even if I leave, these five episodes should still count as mine.

Now, it hinges on whether these episodes can surpass a 2 in viewership ratings.

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