Film and Television World Life Record

Chen Ruoxi said, "Theft has been rampant in this area lately, and nobody seems to care. I think you should just buy a cheaper phone from now on. You only use it for making calls anyway, and even sending a text message is incredibly slow. You're completely clueless about the other new features, so buying one would be a waste of money."

"Besides, those thieves have eyes; they only steal the expensive ones. If we can't afford to mess with them, we can at least avoid them. We might as well buy one that the thieves won't even look at..."

Yang Shoucheng was speechless for a moment, not knowing how to respond.

Chen Ruoxi paused here to observe her boyfriend's reaction before changing the subject.

Turn on the TV: "Look, look! My news has been made into a special feature today!"

Yang Shouchang glanced at the television and saw Ye Lanqiu on the screen. As Chen Ruoxi's boyfriend, he should praise and encourage her work at this moment. At the very least, he should offer his support.

However, he was on the bus when the incident of not giving up his seat happened, and he witnessed the whole process, realizing that Ye Lanqiu was quite innocent. Seeing his girlfriend distort the facts and slander a complete stranger for the sake of so-called trending topics and attention left him feeling very uncomfortable.

Chen Ruoxi, however, was very excited and said as if no one else was around, "The program I made is getting a lot of attention. Several major websites and forums have even set up special sections on this matter. The station has allocated a lot of program funding for me to do in-depth reporting. Shoucheng, I will soon be a producer, no longer just an editor."

Yang Shoucheng sighed and said, "Ruoxi, aren't you making a mountain out of a molehill? It was originally a small matter, but you've made a huge fuss about it, and everyone knows about it now."

Chen Ruoxi said nonchalantly, "Only earth-shattering events are news. What's the point if it all just fades away silently?"

Yang Shoucheng said, "Have you thought about the girl who was implicated? She is innocent, but you are harassing her for the sake of so-called hot topics. Put yourself in her shoes. We also have a long day of get off work and are so tired that we can't walk anymore. When we get on the bus, we just want to find a seat. If an elderly person comes by at that time, we also don't want to give up our seats."

"Have you ever thought about how you would react if a reporter filmed this and it became part of a program being produced, and then it was attacked online?"

Chen Ruoxi said nonchalantly, "I have no reaction. There are no hypotheticals in this kind of thing. Are you just bored and meddling in other people's business?"

"If you really have any ideas, it's no use telling me. Go online and express your opinions. Just go to our TV station's website and increase our click rate. It'll be a small contribution to my career."

Yang Shoucheng said, "Forget it, I'm tired and annoyed all day. I should wash up and go to bed early. Aren't you tired of working at the TV station all day long?"

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Chen Ruoxi said, "What's tiring about it? Right now is the rising period of my career. You know what? Because of the huge buzz this matter has generated, the station plans to make this news the headline, cooperate with the website, and create a good momentum to boost the website's click rate in one fell swoop."

"And I was almost certain to be the person in charge of this matter."

"If things go well in the future, the website might even become independent and directly under the station. Don't you think this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity? Shouldn't we seize it? Shouldn't we do our best?"

Yang Shoucheng said, "It's a good thing that your career is developing well. Of course you should seize the opportunity and perform well. I will also congratulate you."

"But isn't the process too cruel? Using an innocent person as a stepping stone, have you ever thought about how that person feels? You're making headlines over such a trivial matter every day, hyping it up. You've got more clicks, but what about that woman? Her reputation is ruined. Aren't you just pushing her to her death?"

Chen Ruoxi argued, "We did not do a good job in this matter! I admit that, but this Ye Lanqiu is not as innocent as you think."

Yang Shoucheng said, "What, what dirt have you found on them this time? You're just ripping people off like leeches, how can you be so shameless?"

Chen Ruoxi scoffed: "Do we even need to arrest her? The internet is full of people saying she's a mistress. You know I hate mistresses the most, so from that perspective, she's not innocent."

Yang Shoucheng said, "Can you believe what you see on the internet? If you see someone being a mistress with your own eyes, you're just making excuses for your conscience."

Chen Ruoxi was a little angry: "Yang Shoucheng, whose side are you on?"

Yang Shoucheng said, "I don't take sides. Killing someone is just a matter of a head falling to the ground. Your pens can kill, and the words you stir up can kill even more. You should be merciful."

Chen Ruoxi snorted, her eyes flashing as she stared at Yang Shoucheng: "I remember you were on that bus too. So you must have seen this Ye Lanqiu before. Isn't she very pretty!"

"Men all like to be gentle and chivalrous, and they all like pretty women, but don't forget that you have a girlfriend."

Yang Shoucheng said speechlessly, "What's wrong with me? I took that bus with Jiaqi that day. So what?"

Chen Ruoxi sneered, "What do you mean? How many times have you mentioned Ye Lanqiu in my ear since you came home from get off work today?"

"It's all about how innocent she is and how I had ulterior motives. With all this chivalry, does that make me the villain in your eyes?"

"It's extremely rare for someone you've only met once to speak up for a stranger like her so repeatedly, even at the cost of arguing with me. Can you honestly say you have no ulterior motives and that it's not just because she's pretty?"

"If she were just average-looking, would you still be speaking up for her like this?"

Yang Shoucheng looked at Chen Ruoxi, who was bursting with anger and had a hysterical expression, and sighed. Chen Ruoxi was becoming more and more unfamiliar; she was completely different from the youthful and sunny reporter he had first met.

……

Grand Hyatt Hotel, Luxury Executive Suite.

After dinner, while Li Mu was downstairs for his night run, Ye Lanqiu finally couldn't resist turning on the TV.

At first, the news was all normal, which relieved Ye Lanqiu, who had been terrified by the overwhelming public opinion on television and the internet.

However, as the camera panned, her worst fears came true.

A beautiful host said seriously, "Respecting the elderly and caring for the young is a traditional virtue of the Chinese nation. Giving up your seat to those in need is the most basic virtue and manners."

"Our reporter interviewed Mr. Wang, one of the parties involved, as well as Ms. Sunglasses' middle school homeroom teacher and several passersby on the spot. Now, let's hear what they have to say."

As the host finished speaking, footage of a reporter interviewing Grandpa Wang appeared on television.

"Tell me, tell me, at my age, is it easy for me to take the bus? Fine, I'll let her have her seat, I'll just say I gave it to her, and she still harassed me. At my age, she dared to harass me, telling me she wanted to sit on her lap. What kind of talk is that? What does she take me for? A customer of a prostitute?"

……

"This is a deficiency in education. Nowadays, children are surrounded by six people—grandparents, parents, and others—who indulge them without restraint. Naturally, the children become self-centered and lack any sense of social responsibility."

"That's how it used to be, but don't worry, it won't be like this anymore. This is our shame."

……

Following these two longer interview videos, there are many more interviews with passersby, most of which are negative.

Ye Lanqiu's face was a little pale. She gritted her teeth and finished reading the interview. She was completely lost and extremely depressed.

She sat there quietly, her cheeks already streaked with tears.

When Li Mu returned from his workout, this was the scene he saw. He went over and hugged Ye Lanqiu tightly.

"What's wrong? You were fine just now!"

As he spoke, he looked up at the television playing commercials and realized something.

He hugged the person in his arms tighter and said gently, "Didn't we agree that we wouldn't watch TV or go online, and that we'd pretend nothing happened?"

"Leave this to me, I will definitely get justice for you. Those who slandered you will pay back tenfold."

Ye Lanqiu hugged Li Mu back, quietly sobbed for a while, and finally gradually calmed down.

"I...I know, I just couldn't help it. I'll listen to you, I won't watch it anymore."

Li Mu kissed her on the cheek: "Alright! We have to keep our word."

"Ok!"

Seeing that Ye Lanqiu's expression was still somewhat downcast, Li Mu said, "It's not a good idea to keep you in the hotel all the time. The city is too chaotic, and it's hard to calm down. You'll feel bored if you stay there for too long!"

"I'll go with you tomorrow. We'll go to the countryside together, enjoy the spring scenery, look at the blue sky and white clouds, wander around, and appreciate the beauty of nature."

Hearing Li Mu say this, Ye Lanqiu's face showed a hint of longing.

"Thank you."

Li Mu smiled and said, "Why are you being so polite with me?"

"By the way, sit here and put your hand under your chin. I'll draw you a picture."

Ye Lanqiu was very interested in this, her face full of curiosity.

Li Mu took out his drawing board and began to draw. Twenty minutes later, a beautiful and elegant woman appeared.

So beautiful, so sweet.

Her eyes were clear as water, like those of an innocent young girl, pure and beautiful.

Ye Lanqiu's eyes lit up when she saw the painting.

"Can I have this painting?" She loved it very much.

Li Mu smiled and said, "It was painted especially for you, so it was originally yours."

Ye Lanqiu smiled shyly, "Thank you."

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The weather was nice the next day.

Li Mu drove Ye Lanqiu to a scenic resort on the outskirts of the city, where they booked a small lakeside villa and settled in.

The mountains and rivers here are lush and green, the scenery is beautiful, and a warm breeze is blowing. The two of them went boating, hiking, horseback riding... and had a great time.

Ye Lanqiu completely let go of her inner turmoil and everything else, immersing herself in Li Mu's gentleness and the boundless beauty of nature.

To truly experience the meaning and joy of life.

Two days passed, and the outside world was still buzzing about Ye Lanqiu. All sorts of strange and eccentric figures came and went, trying to ride the wave of popularity.

It's quiet and secluded here, undisturbed by the outside world, like a paradise.

Ye Lanqiu followed Li Mu's instructions, avoiding television and the internet, and refusing any outside information. She remained unaffected by public opinion.

However, Li Mu kept a close eye on external information, looking for a suitable opportunity to make a move.

Coincidentally, the private investigator they hired had just made some progress.

Old Wang may be in his sixties or seventies, but he's young at heart and still quite energetic.

The North Road Park near his home is right next to a small hill. Due to lax management, older women often solicit business from people in the evenings.

As for what kind of business to do, everyone knows.