Entertainment mogul: Starting his business with the internet

Chapter 183 Family Members Follow Each Other
"The photos are great! Get some rest early, and don't stay up too late during the New Year."

It was a simple, ordinary reply with a hint of concern, but the ID of the person who posted the comment was quite unusual.

Liu Shishi was surprised. She first gave it a thumbs up, and then, filled with curiosity and excitement, she opened the Weibo homepage of the person who replied.

Song Zhang v, his real-name verified information immediately came into view:
Chief Physician and Director of the Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery at Peking Union Medical College Hospital; Professor at Peking Medical University; Yangtze River Scholar; Expert enjoying special government allowances.

That string of impressive titles all demonstrates his pivotal position in the medical field.

With a mischievous twitch of her tongue, Liu Shishi muttered to herself, "It really is Uncle! He even left me a message so late at night."

With a quick flick of her wrist, she silently clicked "follow" and then started browsing her future father-in-law's Weibo.

Song Zhang's Weibo account contains very little content; he has only posted a few updates in total, mostly sharing basic health knowledge or answering patients' questions.

Miss Liu then curiously checked Song Zhang's following list and discovered that he only followed three people.

Besides herself, there was no doubt that one of the other people was her childhood sweetheart, Director Song's beloved son, Song Ci.

The last person was not verified with their real name, but their ID was quite unique, called "Listening to the Woman's Speech".

This ID, which clearly carries a hidden meaning, and given that she is someone her future father-in-law pays special attention to, it's obvious that there's no other person besides her. Liu Shishi is certain that this person is Song's mother, Liu Xiaoxian.

By obediently following her, Song's mother's follower count instantly increased by 1.

Compared to her husband, Liu Xiaoxian's Weibo posts are more diverse, including not only photos of beautiful campus scenery she shares herself, but also many reposts of other people's posts. She posts every two or three days, which is quite frequent.

Song's mother also had a lot of followers, all sorts of people, but when she saw her own name on the list, Liu Shishi immediately beamed with pride. It seemed that her future in-laws approved of her quite a bit.

After checking, Liu Shishi thought for a moment and replied to Song Zhang on Weibo: "Thank you for your concern, Uncle. I'll go to sleep right away."

I glanced at the time in the lower right corner of the computer screen; it was 12:15 a.m. I muttered to myself, "I'll watch for another 15 minutes and then go to bed."

Time goes back half an hour.

Peking Union Medical College Hospital, founded in 1921, is a super-large comprehensive hospital that enjoys a high reputation in China and even the world, integrating medical treatment, scientific research and teaching.

The hospital was specially decorated for the upcoming Spring Festival, adding a festive atmosphere to the usually quiet and busy hospital.

In the dead of night, Song Zhang sat quietly in his office. The night outside the window was as dark as ink, with occasional flashes of fireworks and cannons in the distance, seemingly reminding people that today was a day for family reunion.

Unfortunately, he was on duty at the hospital today and couldn't reunite with his family. He had just finished his night rounds and was now able to go home.

But thinking that going back now would disturb his family, he decided to rest in the office and go back when it got light.

Just before going to bed, he suddenly wanted to go online to check the news. He had been in surgery all day and had no idea what exciting things were happening on New Year's Eve.

He logged into his Weibo account and browsed the trending topics. Naturally, he gave his full support to the products developed by his son's company. He opened a verified account on Weibo on its first day of launch and even got several colleagues to register together.

After watching highlights of the Spring Festival Gala on Weibo, I habitually check my family members' Weibo updates.

My son, Song Ci, is still the same as always; his Weibo hasn't changed in ages. But my wife shared a picture of our New Year's Eve dinner, gave it a like, and then started checking Liu Shishi's Weibo.

Just a few minutes ago, Song Zhang recognized a few photos that his son's childhood sweetheart had shared, and he immediately recognized them as being taken at Jingyuan Villa.

Looking at the gentle and beautiful young girl, Song Zhang nodded and praised, "This cheongsam is indeed very nice, and it matches New Year's Day perfectly. However, the little girl's schedule is not as regular as New Year's Day's."

The reply box contained a message full of elders' love for their juniors: "The photos are great! Get some rest early, and don't stay up too late during the New Year."

A knock on the door broke the silence of the night.

"Please come in."

A doctor in a white coat slowly walked into the office, his face beaming with a warm and friendly smile, and his tone gentle: "Director Song hasn't gone home yet?"

Upon seeing the newcomer, Song Zhang immediately stood up: "Dean Zhao, what brings you here!"

"I just went with Lao Li and Lao Xia to visit the colleagues who were on duty on New Year's Eve in various departments. We saw your office light was on, so we came in to take a look."

"I'll get you a glass of water!"

Dean Zhao was refined and approachable, without any airs of a leader. He walked straight to his desk, sat down, and waved to Song Zhang, "No need to bother, let's sit down and talk. I have something to do in a bit, I'll leave after a few words."

After the dean took his seat, Song Zhang slowly sat down, wondering what the dean wanted to see him about at this time.

Dean Zhao got straight to the point and gave a pleasant surprise: "Director Song, I've discussed the matter you mentioned to me last time with the team members, and we think it's feasible."

Upon hearing this, Song Zhang was overjoyed and repeatedly expressed his gratitude: "Thank you, leader, for taking care of my little rascal."

Dean Zhao smiled slightly: "That's not true. My colleagues and I were acting out of a sense of public duty. We live in the internet age, and our Union Hospital must keep up with the times."

Opening an account on Weibo and posting medical guides, medical knowledge, and expert information can help patients understand the hospital and make it easier for us to serve the people.

As a top-tier large-scale hospital in the country and a leader in the entire medical field, our hospital should be even more daring in innovation, bold in experimentation, and in leading the trend.

"Dean, you are truly a compassionate doctor. Many patients say that it is difficult to see a doctor and they feel like headless flies when they enter the hospital. The hospital's willingness to open an account and publish a medical guide is indeed beneficial for patients to find medical treatment."

Song Zhang was overjoyed. Although Dean Zhao spoke in a grand and official manner, he knew perfectly well that it wasn't because the leaders were giving him face. With so many online platforms, why would Xiehe Hospital register an account on Tengda Weibo?

It is no exaggeration to say that Peking Union Medical College Hospital, as the top hospital in the country, is a trendsetter for the entire medical community.

Once an official account is opened on Weibo, it will attract widespread attention, and many hospitals in China will follow suit, bringing a large number of registered users to Weibo.

This is also why my son asked me to persuade the hospital leaders to open an official Weibo account for the hospital.

Song Zhang straightened his back slightly, suppressing his joy, and warmly invited, "Anyway, thank you. Another day, Song Ci and I will invite you and a few other leaders to a casual meal. We would be very grateful if you would do us the honor of joining us."

Seeing Song Zhang's sincere expression, Dean Zhao did not refuse, a hint of relief appearing in his eyes, and nodded:
"It's been several years since I last saw your Song Ci. The young man is quite something now, worth hundreds of billions, and his career is thriving. Truly, a hero emerges from among the young."

Song Zhang humbly and modestly said, "He was also lucky to have been born in a good era."

Dean Zhao slowly shook his head, making no attempt to hide his appreciation and affirmation of Song Ci: "That's not how it works. While the success of Song Ci certainly had the advantage of a favorable environment, it was mainly due to his own abilities."

He was aware of his subordinate Song Zhang's family background; compared to the average person, it was quite privileged, but the Song family's influence was insufficient to build such a large business.

The fact that Tengda Group has reached its current scale is clearly due to Song Ci's own wisdom, courage, and decisiveness.

At this point, Dean Zhao's smile grew even more benevolent, as if he were reminiscing about the past: "Director Song, I remember Song Ci was born in 87?"

A hint of affection and nostalgia flickered in Song Zhang's eyes. More than twenty years had passed in the blink of an eye. His voice was gentle and soothing: "He was born on January 1, 1987, so his nickname was Yuandan (New Year's Day). He was born in the Year of the Tiger."

Dean Zhao's lips curled up, a sly glint in his eyes, and he half-jokingly inquired, "Young man, you're so handsome, do you have a girlfriend? I have a suitable candidate here, would you like me to introduce her to Song Ci?" Song Ci comes from a good family, is handsome, and has a successful career, so many leaders have asked him to act as a matchmaker.

Thinking of his son's relationship with Liu Shishi, Song Zhang politely declined, saying, "Thank you for your kind offer, but he has a girlfriend, a girl who lives in the same neighborhood. The two of them have been friends since childhood and have a very good relationship."

Upon hearing this, Dean Zhao sighed slightly, a hint of regret flashing across his face: "Then forget it. Originally, if I didn't have a partner, I was thinking of introducing Song Ci to the daughter of a leader in Shaanxi Province."

The girl was very beautiful, and given her family background, she could be of help to the cause of Song Dynasty poetry. It seems the two of them are not destined to be together.

"On behalf of Song Ci, I thank you for your kindness. It's just that he's unlucky and doesn't deserve the leader's daughter."

Having finished discussing everything, Dean Zhao stood up to take his leave: "You've had a busy day, get some rest."

"I'll see you off." Song Zhang hurriedly strode to catch up with the dean.

Dean Zhao waved his hand, regaining his usual composure: "Wait!"

Song Zhang escorted the dean to the door, watching his figure gradually disappear at the end of the corridor, before shaking his head and turning back to his office.

"My son is really a hot commodity. He's my son, after all. He looks just like me and is very popular with girls." The usually composed Director Song thought to himself with a touch of self-admiration, marveling at the wonders of the world.

Since Song Ci became famous, no fewer than ten leaders from various ministries and institutes have tried to arrange marriages for him; he's incredibly sought after. The same goes for his wife; many leaders at Beihang University also want to introduce their daughters to this young man.

Song Zhang returned to his seat, feeling exhausted. Just as he was about to turn off his computer and go to sleep, his gaze inadvertently swept across the screen, and he couldn't help but chuckle.

It turns out that Liu Shishi replied to his message, and many netizens also left comments.

"Wow, Shishi knows some big shots in the medical field! Is that title real? That's amazing!"

"I knew Shishi's family background was extraordinary. How could an ordinary person know a doctor of Song Zhang's caliber?"

"Waaah, Shishi, I'm Little Lion. If I get sick and need to be hospitalized next time, could Professor Song please help me arrange a bed?"

Netizens are discussing the matter extensively, expressing doubts about the authenticity of Song Zhang's identity. After all, Weibo has only been online for a short time, and there aren't many academic experts like Song Zhang who have registered accounts under their real names. That series of titles does indeed seem impressive.

"Wait, I've discovered a secret! Song Zhang only follows three people, and one of them is actually Song Ci."

"Song Dynasty poems and lyrics, could it be something I'm thinking?!"

"Upstairs, I feel the same way. I've heard it online before that Song Ci's parents were both professors."

“I just saw another person Professor Song follows, with the ID ‘Listening to the woman’s speech.’ His Weibo posts have been full of scenery from Beihang University, so he is obviously a faculty member of Beihang University.”

"That's for sure. Song Zhang is the father of Song Ci, and 'Listening to the Woman's Speech' is the mother of Song Ci."

Upon seeing this, Song Zhang was slightly taken aback and couldn't help but marvel at the netizens' insight and reasoning abilities, which allowed them to deduce his relationship with Song Ci so quickly, and even find his wife's Weibo account.

"It's really strange. Song Zhang only follows three people: his son, his wife, and why would he follow Liu Shishi?"

"So Shishi is Director Song's daughter?"

"The person upstairs is an idiot, diagnosis complete. The two don't even share the same surname. Shishi could be Song Ci's sister, what a moron."

"Damn it, can't a daughter take her mother's surname?"

"That's possible. I just saw that 'Listening to the Women's Address' has also followed Shishi."

Song Zhang shook his head. The more he said it, the more outrageous it became. How could he say that Liu Shishi was his daughter? If the child took the mother's surname, how could he, Professor Song, a prominent figure in the medical field, be a live-in son-in-law?

"Go to sleep!" No longer caring about the replies, Song Zhang simply shut down his computer and went to rest.

At the hospital, Director Song was resting peacefully, ignoring the disturbances. But at home, Liu Shishi was so excited she couldn't sleep. She was both excited and nervous as she read the comments, feeling that netizens were about to uncover her relationship with Song Ci.

"Speaking of which, Shishi has filmed several dramas produced by Tengda Culture!"

"Yes! 'Nightclub,' 'Hello, Old Times,' and 'First Love,' which just finished filming!"

"Therefore, Song Ci and Liu Shishi are definitely related."

"Lovers? Or sugar daddy/sugar baby?"

"Impossible. Although I am a fan of Shishi, I feel that Shishi is not good enough for Song Ci. Song Ci is so handsome, there is no way he would be interested in Shishi."

"Damn it, how am I not good enough for Song Yiyi!" Liu Shishi pouted, looking unhappy.

"They're probably relatives. I've never seen the two of them have any contact. Or maybe we're overthinking it. Song Zhang just knows Shishi and keeps an eye on her as a side."

"Anyway, Liu Shishi and Song Ci weren't a couple, but I know who Song Ci's girlfriend is! [Image.jpg]"

"And another one! Image.jpg" This netizen, who seemed to know the inside story, posted two images in a row.

Liu Shishi was very curious, but seeing the netizens' confident replies, a sense of fear flashed through her heart.

Trembling, she clicked on the picture. The dim indoor light made her squint slightly. Upon closer inspection, she was immediately annoyed. It turned out that the picture was posted by her old friend, the school beauty Shen!
In the first picture, Ms. Shen and Song Ci are walking side by side. Ms. Shen looks up at Mr. Song with a charming smile and expressive eyes, while Mr. Song Ci seems to be happily talking about something.

The second picture made her even angrier. The two were sitting in the library, leaning against each other, whispering to each other, looking very intimate.

Although she knew that Shen Sisi was a thing of the past, that Song Ci and she were just ordinary friends, and that Song Ci had already gone abroad and posed no threat to her, Liu Shishi still felt a pang of jealousy when she saw these two pictures.

Furious, Liu Shishi closed the picture and said through gritted teeth, "What kind of netizens are these? Where did they find these pictures to annoy me during the Chinese New Year!"

Wow, what a perfect couple!

"They're so good together, they're such a perfect match."

"This girl is the most beautiful girl at Peking University. So she's Song Ci's girlfriend!"

"So they were both from Peking University! What a beautiful and pure campus romance! The pictures really evoke that feeling!"

The topic was immediately veered off course, and for a time netizens stopped exploring the relationship between Liu Shishi and Song Ci, and instead began praising Shen Sisi and Song Ci.

Liu Shishi bit her lip, picked up a doll from the side, and smashed it more than a dozen times, venting her frustration while muttering to herself:

"Song Yiyi, I'll hit you! I'll beat you to death! You'll teach you to attract so many suitors and to make me angry during the New Year! Ugh! You're so mean!"

After venting her frustrations, Ms. Liu calmed down a bit. After a moment's consideration, she deleted her and Mr. Song's messages; she didn't want her relationship with Mr. Song to be exposed yet.

"Yiyi, wait for me. When I shine like a star, I will declare my love in front of everyone!"

(End of this chapter)