Reborn as a comedic artist

"You're really fearless, aren't you? You've got some serious ambition, even trying to undermine the music academy's walls...?"

Zhao Zhiqiang put down his thermos.

"I heard Lao Li complain about this yesterday, and I thought it was just a temporary loan. I didn't expect you to take the whole thing, pot and all...?"

"This is called resource integration, a powerful alliance..."

Cheng Ming remained expressionless, showing absolutely no remorse for poaching someone else's partner.

"Gu Xiao is quick-witted; she's now in charge of coordinating the studio's operations and providing technical guidance on music."

Lin Yiyi and Zhao Yufeng have great looks and are quite talented; they are key IPs I'm focusing on developing...!"

At this point, Cheng Ming changed the subject, a perfectly timed look of embarrassment on his face, his brows furrowing slightly.

"but......!"

"Zhao Yufeng, Lin Yiyi, and Gu Xiao are only about to be juniors."

The music academy is very strict. If we're distracted by things like roll call and room checks every day, our studio simply won't get going.

In a typical art school, there wouldn't be so many trivial matters!

Even Lao Wang has the ability to coordinate and resolve this.

But he just happened to run into his nemesis, Old Li, who controlled half of Sichuan's music scene.

Cheng Ming had no choice but to address the concerns of these ladies in front of Zhao Zhiqiang.

Moreover, considering he was Wang Shuo's adopted son from Shandong Province, he wanted to provide him with double insurance, and said seriously:

"Furthermore, Wang Shuo is preparing for the postgraduate entrance exam in the second half of the year. You know how tough it is for students in Shandong Province, and his family's situation isn't particularly good either..."

Cheng Ming paused for a moment, observing Zhao Zhiqiang's expression.

Seeing that Lao Zhao didn't interrupt and was just listening quietly, he finally revealed his last trump card.

"As for me, it doesn't matter. I don't care about this. In my current state, I can get by anywhere. Being infamous is still fame!!"

But those girls can't. They still have over a year at school to do internships, prepare for their graduation performance, and get their degrees. I can't let my situation jeopardize their future...

Cheng Ming's voice lowered, carrying a hint of earnestness.

That wasn't acting.

That was truly planning for the future of his brothers and friends.

..............

"Therefore, I would like to ask you to step in and speak to the music department to get them a 'business practice' visa, exempting them from those unimportant elective courses and dormitory checks."

"Regarding Wang Shuo, considering his solid professional skills and the fact that he has indeed contributed to the school, could you please give him some consideration...?"

Cheng Ming finished speaking in one breath, then quietly looked at Zhao Zhiqiang.

Every word and phrase was a plea for leniency on behalf of others.

He made no mention of himself.

A brief silence fell over the office.

Only the clock on the wall made a "click, click" sound, each second tugged at one's heartstrings.

Zhao Zhiqiang fell silent.

He looked at the young man in front of him.

With messy hair, wrinkled clothes, and a smell of medicine, he looked rather disheveled.

But at this moment, Zhao Zhiqiang found the kid extremely pleasing to the eye.

These days, there aren't many students who are responsible and loyal like this anymore.

When most students get into trouble, their first reaction is to shirk responsibility, make excuses, and cry their hearts out.

But what about Cheng Ming?

He was clearly in the eye of the storm, bearing the greatest pressure from public opinion.

He might even face disciplinary action from the school, but he ended up here to pave the way for his brothers and friends.

He doesn't ask to be an outstanding graduate, nor does he ask the school to clear his name.

Such benevolence and righteousness, such magnanimity.

This doesn't look like a greenhorn who hasn't even entered society yet! This is clearly a mature leader with the demeanor of a great general!

If this were ancient times, he would be the kind of ruthless hero who could gather followers in the mountains and forests and command a large following.

"call.....!"

Zhao Zhiqiang exhaled a long breath, leaned forward, and placed his hands crossed on the table. His voice was deep and powerful:

"Cheng Ming, do you know what you're saying?"

"You're negotiating with the school; you're challenging the teaching order."

You know Li Baoguo's explosive temper. If I approve this note, he'll storm into my office and slam his fist on the table...

"I know, but I also know that although Dean Li has a fiery temper, he values ​​talent. As long as someone produces results, he'll protect them more than anyone else...!"

Cheng Ming straightened his back, his expression unchanged.

"score?"

Zhao Zhiqiang sneered and tapped the project proposal on the table with his finger:

"Just based on these few pieces of paper? Or based on your millions of views?"

You should know that being an internet celebrity looks appealing, but it can also go bad very quickly.

Today you're adored by everyone online, tomorrow you might be universally condemned. What guarantees that you can consistently produce high-quality content?

What guarantees we won't lead these promising young talents astray...?

..........

This is both a test of teaching skills and an application of pressure.

The air seemed to freeze.

Cheng Ming suddenly laughed, a bright and confident laugh, and said:

"Principal, since I dare to be so frank with you, I never fight a battle I'm not confident of winning..."

"Since its founding, the Shuyin Conservatory of Music has produced many artists."

But in this new media era, the voice of Sichuan dialect is too weak.

What we need to do is not just make a few funny videos, but to establish a cultural export platform for Sichuan music...

"There are still about ten days left, until the end of the month. If we can't get Shuyin's name trending on social media in a positive light, then..."

Just as I promised my advisor, I'll pack my bags and leave on my own, without dragging anyone down with me!

About ten days.

It trended on social media with its positive image.

This is an outrageous boast.

But for some reason, Zhao Zhiqiang was moved when he looked into Cheng Ming's confident, almost arrogant eyes.

This kid has a kind of magic about him.

It has a magical quality that makes people want to go crazy with him.

"Okay... I'll go crazy with you this once and for all...!"

Zhao Zhiqiang slammed his hand on the table, making the goji berries in the thermos jump up.

He opened the drawer, took out a blank letterhead stamped with a red seal, scribbled a few lines, and then signed his name in a flamboyant style.

"Here's what you wanted. Take this and go find Li Baoguo. Tell him it's a 'University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Incubation Project' that I specially approved."

As for Wang Shuo, as long as his foreign language skills aren't completely hopeless, I'll personally follow up on his graduate school recommendation...

Cheng Ming took the thin piece of paper, his hand trembling slightly.

This is not just a few pieces of paper; it represents the brothers' future and the team's talisman...

"Thank you for your support, Principal..." Cheng Ming bowed deeply.

This bow was sincere.

"Don't thank me yet. The end of the month marks the 60th anniversary of the founding of our Sichuan Conservatory of Music..."

Zhao Zhiqiang waved his hand, then pointed to the calendar on the wall:

"The publicity department came up with several proposals, but the promotional videos they produced were as bland as plain water; they made me sleepy."

Since you're so capable of causing trouble and so knowledgeable about "art," then this task is assigned to you...

"A promotional video for the 60th anniversary of the school?" Cheng Ming was taken aback.

"Yes, no matter what method or style you use, I want to see results."

I want the whole internet to know that our Sichuan music scene is still young and trendy...! Don't say I didn't warn you if we mess this up...!

Cheng Ming's lips twitched; this was exactly what he wanted, like a pillow delivered to someone who was just getting sleepy.

"Don't worry, Principal. Just wait and see, we'll put together a phenomenal promotional video for you...!"

Cheng Ming grinned and carefully tucked the "Imperial Sword" into his pocket.

After saying that, he turned and left, his steps light and his back view arrogant.

As he reached the door, he suddenly stopped and looked back.

"By the way, Principal, the goji berries in your thermos... seem a bit weak. Next time I'll bring you some genuine top-grade Ning City goji berries; they'll definitely be very nourishing..."

Zhao Zhiqiang nearly fainted upon hearing this, but then the door slammed shut with a bang.

Looking at the closed door and listening to the footsteps fading away in the corridor, the anger on his face vanished instantly, replaced by a relieved smile.

He picked up his thermos and took a sip of the tea, which had already cooled down.

"This kid...interesting. It seems the landscape of Shuyin is truly about to change..."

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