You call Final Destination a safety education film?

"If you've seen it, that makes things easier," the old principal said with a smile. "How about we hold an in-person screening now?"

"We invite all department leaders, guests from the cultural and creative industries outside the university, and media to attend."

That's the kind of grandeur I'm looking for!

Zhou Zhou was overjoyed, but his face still maintained that humble expression.

"Then I'll make the arrangements first. Let's set the time for tomorrow morning."

"Isn't this a bit too hasty?"

"Time waits for no one, Principal!"

After saying that, Zhou Zhou got up to leave.

"Director Zhou, you'll be transferred to the Education Bureau soon, won't you? You've worked so hard all these years."

The old principal sighed and waved to him with a smile.

"It's all for the benefit of the students."

Seeing this, Sun Changlin quickly got up to say goodbye and left the principal's office with Zhou Zhou.

Once the two left, the office returned to its usual quiet.

The old principal's smile faded as he gazed in the direction they had left, his face expressionless, his eyes slightly somber.

I casually turned on my computer, which was off, and there it was—the movie "Final Destination" playing halfway through.

a long time.

A sigh came from the office.

……

"Xiao Jiang, Lin Ye from your class is doing quite well. I'll talk to him later. Can you briefly tell me about his situation first?"

As soon as Zhou Zhou left, he called Jiang Qingyue. After getting a preliminary understanding of Lin Ye's situation, he smiled smugly.

These students, who are usually obedient and well-behaved, are most susceptible to threats.

As for that video, he didn't watch it and doesn't plan to.

What can you possibly make of a "safety education and warning film for college students"? Besides, there will be plenty of time to watch it at the screening tomorrow morning.

But there was one thing he was very clear about.

Since that short film became a hit, it means there must be a market for its adaptation.

He wants to get his hands on the copyright!

I'll be transferred to the Education Bureau next week, and I've already handed over most of my work.

This is the last bit of money I'll make at school.

Based on past experience, very few people are willing to hand over the copyright of a popular work, and every time, students and department heads end up having very unpleasant arguments.

Time is limited, so let's apply some pressure first to avoid any unexpected complications.

……

Counselor's Office.

"Sister Jiang, is there something you need from me?"

Lin Ye peeked out from the office doorway.

"The department head wants to see you."

Jiang Qingyue couldn't help but smile when she saw his grinning face.

"Hello, Director Zhou."

Lin Ye then noticed that the head of their directing department was standing next to Sister Jiang.

Zhou Zhou waved gently, signaling Jiang Qingyue to leave.

Zhou Zhou pulled over a chair and placed it next to him, gesturing for Lin Ye to sit down.

Lin Ye was flattered and overwhelmed.

Zhou Zhou smiled kindly: "Your safety education video for college students is quite good, especially the overall narrative and coherence; your basic skills are very solid!"

Lin Ye was confused.

Is this really something someone who has "seen" would say?

I can understand if Lin Ye says that each segment has a good narrative, but the video is more like a patchwork of multiple segments, and there is no "whole" in it at all.

Lin Ye found it somewhat absurd.

Or rather, one needs the ability to "lie through one's teeth" to become a department head?

Lin Ye's mind was racing, but his face showed excitement as he responded to Director Zhou's praise.

"Oh, I almost forgot, who did you put in the 'mentor' section?"

"counselor."

Lin Ye spoke honestly.

"Nonsense." Zhou Zhou patted his shoulder lightly and said earnestly, "You're still young, and there are many things you don't understand yet."

"The advisor is crucial. A good application will be a plus for awards, honors, and even postgraduate admission." Zhou Zhou paused, his tone leaving no room for refusal. "How about this, the director will personally arrange it for you and guarantee you'll be connected with a responsible advisor."

Lin Ye understood what he meant.

We're all adults; those who know, know.

"Director, is there anything I can do for you?"

"You hand over the original script and creative materials of your work to me, and I'll take care of managing and promoting it for you. It will only benefit you and not harm you."

The subtext is that they want the copyright.

Seeing that Lin Ye remained silent, Zhou Zhou's smile faded slightly, and his tone became cold, carrying a clear threat: "You're a smart person, you know how to choose the most cost-effective option."

"If things escalate, it won't just affect you; think about your girlfriend..."

Lin Ye looked up in confusion.

When did I get a girlfriend?

But he soon understood.

It must have been Sister Jiang who spoke with the department head, since the department head would definitely want to know more about her before the conversation.

Jiang Jie used to invite Song Ruoxi to play games with her when they were playing together to rank up. Her roommates would always stir things up, making Jiang Jie think that Song Ruoxi was his girlfriend.

"The principal has arranged a screening tomorrow morning. Please organize the materials and hand them to me then."

Zhou Zhou got up and left.

After a while, Jiang Qingyue walked over to Lin Ye and gently placed her hand on his shoulder, silently comforting him.

"Sister Jiang, I'm fine."

"Can you figure it out?"

"Hmm...it's alright."

"If you can, you can; if you can't, you can't. What do you mean by 'it's alright'?" Jiang Qingyue walked up to Lin Ye, bent down, and looked directly into his eyes. "If you're unwilling, I can help you."

"Sister Jiang, you're actually the Urban Dragon King?" Lin Ye exclaimed in surprise, then shouted, "Does that mean if you just smile crookedly and wave your arm, a million underlings will break down the school gates...?"

Boom!

Jiang Qingyue gave him a hard knock on the head.

Lin Ye clutched his head in pain.

"Still in the mood for jokes? Looks like you're in pretty good shape." Jiang Qingyue gave him a rather irritating dismissal. "Go back and think it over. If you need any help, message me privately."

Lin Ye covered his head and went out, but turned back at the door.

"Sister Jiang..."

"Um?"

"The low-cut dress you're wearing today... it slightly exposed when you bent over just now..."

Jiang Qingyue was stunned, her face immediately turning red and burning. She turned around again, grabbed the broom from the corner of the wall, and rushed toward the door with murderous intent.

Lin Ye covered his head and laughed heartily before running away.

……

The sky was overcast, with thick, gray clouds piled haphazardly in the air.

Lin Ye walked quietly along the road.

The mentor issue wasn't too bad, since it was a two-way exchange of benefits.

I'll give you the sponsorship and you'll give me benefits; it's an equal exchange.

As for the original documents and materials, Lin Ye didn't care too much.

Although the director is insatiable, what value can these few clips possibly have?

He didn't even manage to redeem the core content.

That director probably didn't even watch his video; he just heard it was popular and wanted to get his hands on it.

But Lin Ye was annoyed that he used Song Ruoxi to threaten him.

I'm extremely annoyed.

As for Sister Jiang saying she could help...

Forget it, what kind of trouble can a mere counselor cause?

If you go to her yourself, you'll only hurt her.

and many more!

Lin Ye suddenly realized something.

He stopped and carefully recalled the conversation he had just had.

From the department head's insincere smile, it's clear that he hadn't seen the "Final Destination" short film he made.

There will be a screening arranged by the principal tomorrow morning.

Screening in the school auditorium requires multiple approvals, the most difficult being the principal's approval, who will review every manuscript repeatedly.

Is "Final Destination" being played in the school auditorium?

Lin Ye quickly realized the key point.

Someone is trying to target the department head, and it's very likely that the university president is involved.

I and Final Destination are the final blade!