Leading the way was Kang Junwen, the director of the television station.
"Governor, this is the news center. Please come in."
He respectfully stepped aside to make way, and then a tall, slender figure walked in calmly.
He wore a standard black suit jacket, revealing a neatly buttoned white shirt underneath. Dark trousers encased his long, well-defined legs, and every step exuded a composed and confident aura.
The people in the office immediately stood up to welcome him. Qiao Yimian was at the back and blocked by those in front, so she only saw a group of people pouring in from the door.
The man surrounded by everyone, with his handsome and sharp face, flashed by. The noble air of someone in power was particularly evident.
Qiao Yimian recognized him after just a quick glance.
That... the Hongqi car owner?
Scattered images in her mind quickly coalesced, and some unclear aspects automatically connected:
Zhou Heng, whom Kang Junwen treated with utmost respect, could only sit in the passenger seat of this important figure, diligently carrying out his tasks as arranged.
Coupled with the air of nobility emanating from him, he was definitely no ordinary person.
Qiao Yimian had guessed that the other party should be powerful, but she hadn't expected him to be the mysterious Governor.
While her mind was wandering, that familiar, steady voice fell into her ears, a little more serious than yesterday in the car:
"I am very pleased to have such an opportunity to communicate and exchange ideas with the comrades on the news and propaganda front... In the afternoon, Director Kang and several heads of departments have reported the progress of the television station's work over the past two years. Overall, the station's deployment is clear, the focus is prominent, and everyone's work awareness is also in place... In fact, before coming, I also know something about the news work in the Beijiang region..."
Initially, Qiao Yimian listened to him with surprise and trepidation, but gradually, as he spoke in more detail, her restless heart unexpectedly calmed down bit by bit along with his gentle narration.
She hadn't expected that this big leader, when inspecting the work, wasn't just going through the motions, but had actually done a lot of "homework": every case he analyzed, every problem and shortcoming he pointed out, was very accurate.
After finishing his speech, he discussed the upcoming publicity direction with everyone, without any airs of authority.
Qiao Yimian took advantage of their conversation to unlock her phone and open her contacts. She scrolled down until she found "Hongqi Car Owner" and secretly changed it to "Big Boss"…
"How's it going in your new position?" A calm male voice sounded from above. Qiao Yimian quickly turned off her screen and looked up in surprise.
The Governor, who had just been chatting with Song Nanxing and others nearby, had somehow walked over to her.
"Oh, it's very good, thank you for your concern, Leader."
Qiao Yimian pretended not to know him, looking at him with the admiring gaze a small character should have, almost bowing to show her gratitude.
Li Yao was amused by her cautious demeanor and curved his lips.
His gaze shifted downwards, landing on her feet, and he asked, "Is your foot injury healed? Can you walk now?"
Qiao Yimian's heart raced. She instinctively glanced at the colleague beside her. Fortunately, the leaders were chatting with everyone, so no one was paying attention to them.
She quickly nodded, "Yes, it's fine if I walk slowly."
"That's good. It takes a hundred days to recover from a muscle injury, and even if you didn't hurt your bones, you still need to be careful during this time."
Qiao Yimian nodded again in agreement.
Li Yao was about to say something else when Kang Junwen walked over from the side, smiling, and asked,
"This is the new reporter, Xiao Qiao, right?"
Qiao Yimian was flattered, "Yes, Director Kang. I'm Qiao Yimian. I was fortunate enough to meet you last year when I came to Linchuan for the press conference."
"I remember you too!" Kang Junwen laughed heartily. "Although you haven't been working long, your news articles are exquisitely written, with every word being a gem, and the quality is quite good! Truly a promising young talent!"
"Come to think of it, I specifically requested you from your editor for this exchange and training opportunity with the Chucheng Evening News!"
Qiao Yimian was even more surprised.
No wonder she, with her experience, had managed to get this spot.
Receiving praise, the young woman revealed a happy and shy smile on her face.
Her eyes were also sparkling, like stars scattered on the ground.
"You flatter me, Director Kang. I will continue to work hard and write more and better articles!"
Kang Junwen nodded with a smile, and Li Yao asked from the side, "Is it that news report on 'Caring for Empty-Nest Elderly'?"
"Yes, that's the one. You've seen it too?" Kang Junwen's eyes were full of praise. "That article was quite a sensation throughout the Beijiang region at the time, and all the cities attached great importance to it. Later, a joint report was made, and the city issued relevant policies, which truly benefited the elderly."
Qiao Yimian was even more embarrassed by the praise.
Li Yao's gaze moved to Qiao Yimian's face, where a blush was rising. His eyes softened, and his voice was warmer than usual.
"Reporter Qiao is very good."
After a few more casual words with everyone, the leaders left together.
Although it was only a short ten minutes, it was like a shot in the arm for everyone, and the previously slightly low atmosphere instantly improved a lot.
After they left, Yu Wan arrived late. When she heard that the Governor had just left, she stomped her foot in annoyance.
"I just went out for a while, how did I miss it!"
Several people who knew her well made fun of her, suggesting she could still catch up if she went out now.
Yu Wan glared at everyone and huffed back to her workstation to continue working.
It was already quitting time. Song Nanxing asked Qiao Yimian if she was leaving. Qiao Yimian had just said "Let's go" when her phone buzzed.
She opened it and saw a WeChat message from the "Big Boss."
[Big Boss: Your report was really well-written. Keep up the good work.]
Qiao Yimian didn't understand why she was suddenly getting this encouragement, but she still replied with a cat clenching its fist emoji, along with the text:
[Okay, Leader, I'll work hard!]
After thinking for a moment, she added another WeChat message:
[Thank you again for taking me to the hospital yesterday, even though you were so busy!]
She thought the other person might reply with a simple "Mm," or "No problem," or perhaps not reply at all.
Unexpectedly, a "pat on the head" emoji appeared in the chat box a few seconds later, the same version of the clenched-fist kitten she had just sent.
Qiao Yimian: "..."
She couldn't help but shiver.
She really couldn't connect this adorable emoji with the Governor's stern face...
A few minutes later, Qiao Yimian finished getting ready and left work.
In the elevator, she and Song Nanxing were discussing what to eat for dinner, but the other person just chuckled and didn't answer.
"What are you giggling about? Did you find some money?"
"No..." Song Nanxing touched their nose, their smile deepening, "You'll find out in a bit, someone will be having dinner with you."
Qiao Yimian was puzzled as she stepped out of the elevator and left the television station building.
When she looked up, she understood what Song Nanxing meant.
On the side of the road, a flashy yellow Maserati was parked there.
Shi Yan was leaning against the car door, smoking with a gloomy expression.
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