What's wrong with me, a school principal, listening to students' suggestions?

That same evening, the "Seeking Truth" program edited out the footage.

At 6:30, the local news channel broadcast the news on time.

Liu Jianguo was watching TV right on time.

He couldn't even eat properly, his mind was already waiting to see how the media would deal with No. 13 Middle School.

This anonymous report was something he and Qian Wenhua had discussed.

If academic performance can't be used as a basis for argument, then we'll start with public opinion.

The topic of "the principal playing video games with students" is naturally easy to ignite.

This is especially infuriating for many parents who are unaware of the situation.

The "Seeking Truth" column is adept at capturing this kind of emotion.

As long as it's broadcast on television and public opinion is stirred up, the education bureau will have a legitimate reason to intervene.

Even if the e-sports arena isn't shut down, it's still an opportunity to put Lin Yucai down a bit.

They're quite shrewd with their calculations.

But as soon as the film started, Liu Jianguo felt something was wrong.

There was no "undercover investigation and exposure" as he had anticipated.

Xu Wei stood in front of the camera, her tone very objective.

The camera cuts to the campus, to the rules on the wall, to students swiping their cards to register, and then to the gym on the second floor.

Finally, let's switch back to Lin Yucai's quote, "Civilize their minds, toughen their bodies."

Liu Jianguo's expression gradually changed from waiting to watch the show to becoming stiff.

As soon as the parents' interviews were over, he put down his teacup.

It's a bit too heavy.

……

Qian Wenhua is also watching.

In the principal's office at No. 1 Middle School, the television was not turned up very loud, but the office was very quiet.

Chen Zhigang stood to the side, and the more he looked, the more uneasy he felt.

Not only did it not turn out badly, it also captured a positive and typical image.

The scene in particular, showing students practicing battle ropes and using treadmills, was incredibly vivid.

The phrase "e-sports arena" is usually enough to make parents furious.

As a result, Lin Yu-tsai lifted the second floor door, revealing a "physical training support area" to everyone.

Public opinion has shifted dramatically.

……

The discussion started online as soon as the TV broadcast ended.

This video is being shared everywhere – on local forums, parent groups, student groups, and social media.

"It turns out it wasn't an illegal internet cafe, but an e-sports training room with a door."

"After reading this, I'm thinking of sending my child there. What should I do?"

"The main thing is that gym on the second floor. After playing, you have to work out for half an hour. The principal really knows how to do things."

"They're not encouraging addiction, they're using games as a reward. I admire that approach."

"That saying, 'Civilize the mind, toughen the body,' is really well said."

"Putting everything else aside, although the principal looks young, the aura he exudes in front of the camera is truly extraordinary."

Some parents who were initially hesitant have begun to change their minds.

They may not fully agree with the idea of ​​schools building e-sports arenas.

But they realized one thing.

The 13th Middle School is not a place for herding sheep.

They manage things in more detail than many schools, just in a different way.

More importantly, the child is motivated.

Motivation is more valuable than anything else.

At 8 p.m., people were chatting next to the convenience store downstairs in Jinxiu Residential Area.

"Have you been watching TV? That principal from No. 13 Middle School is really good at causing trouble."

"I saw it, and it's actually quite well done."

"My nephew studies there, and I heard his grades have improved a lot recently."

"Really?"

"Why would I lie to you? He used to get scolded every day, but now his parents praise him all the time!"

Inside No. 13 Middle School, students have practically worn out from watching the videos so many times.

In the voluntary study room during evening self-study, someone downloaded the secretly filmed video from the TV station and played it on a loop on the smart blackboard.

When Lin Yucai said those words to the camera, the class erupted in cheers.

"The principal is kind of handsome."

"How come I never noticed this before?"

"Nonsense, all you ever cared about before was the chicken legs from the cafeteria."

Zhang Yang sat in the back row, suppressing a smile and pretending to be calm.

"Yang, you looked quite photogenic when you received the award yesterday."

As a result, the skinny monkey came over and said something cheeky.

"Get lost." Zhang Yang slapped him back.

In the office, Su Qingyan also watched the entire video.

After reading it, she remained quiet for quite a while.

This is different from my previous attempts to show off.

This time, he wasn't arguing with students at school, nor was he countering moves in front of people from the Education Bureau.

Instead, they stood in front of the camera of the entire city and explained in one go what No. 13 Middle School had been doing during this period.

And it was spoken beautifully.

She had just put her phone down when Lin Yucai's WeChat message arrived.

"How do I look? Don't I look like a school principal in front of the camera?"

Su Qingyan couldn't help but smile when she saw the message, and replied quickly.

"Not bad, they didn't embarrass No. 13 Middle School."

"Just okay?"

Don't push your luck.

"Then why don't you come downstairs and buy me an ice-cold Coke?"

"Dream on."

"Then I'll go upstairs and demand an explanation."

This time, Su Qingyan replied after half a minute.

"You dare to try?"

Lin Yucai was overjoyed when he saw this sentence.

……

On the other hand, the atmosphere at the Education Bureau was not so relaxed.

Zhao Hongliang stood stiffly in Liu Jianguo's office.

He also watched the film and knew that this time, not only did it not harm No. 13 Middle School, but it also gave them a wave of publicity that seemed like an official endorsement.

"Director, this... how could the TV station have filmed it like this?"

"You're asking me? Who should I ask?"

Liu Jianguo lowered his voice, but his anger was not diminished at all.

"Wasn't the anonymous whistleblower's statement very clear?"

"What about illegal internet cafes, what about students being addicted, what about principals leading the way in neglecting their duties?"

"Won't they take pictures on site?"

Zhao Hongliang cautiously asked, "Could it be that No. 13 Middle School prepared in advance?"

"Prepare?" Liu Jianguo sneered. "You mean he temporarily built an entire floor of gym over a weekend and taught students how to swipe cards for registration, redeem grades, and clock in for physical fitness tests?"

Zhao Hongliang fell silent.

This is obviously impossible.

This only proves that this is how they've always done it.

That's exactly the problem.

What annoyed Liu Jianguo wasn't Lin Yucai's sophistry.

But this kid never does things the conventional way, and he always manages to create a closed loop.

You think he's just messing around, but it turns out he has a new set of rules behind the scenes.

You thought he was just putting on a show, but the students' grades actually improved.

You tried to use public opinion to attack him, but he countered by revealing the gym's and parents' approval.

This is very upsetting.

These punches, though delivered, all landed on cotton.

Liu Jianguo sat back in his chair with a sullen face and a fierce look in his eyes.

This piece of land belonging to No. 13 Middle School is extremely important to him.

The developers have been keeping a close eye on it, and land prices are rising.

As long as the school exists, and as long as Lin Yucai remains standing, he will be unable to smoothly advance the subsequent plans.

Now, Lin Yucai's reputation is only growing.

If this drags on any longer, let alone a merger, it will be difficult to even begin.

Just then, Qian Wenhua called.

"You saw it?"

Liu Jianguo answered the phone, his tone not very friendly.

"I saw it." Qian Wenhua's voice was also heavy. "I didn't expect the TV station to do a bad job for him."

"How are your students doing lately?"

"I'm very resentful," Qian Wenhua said, rubbing his temples. "Especially after watching this video."

"People are already asking why the school doesn't have extracurricular classes, an e-sports arena, or new school uniforms."

"If this continues, the reputation of No. 1 Middle School will be affected."

Liu Jianguo was silent for a moment, then said, "We can't let him continue to steal the spotlight."

"What are you planning to do?"

"Avoid the media route for now." Liu Jianguo's eyes turned cold. "He's currently adept at leveraging power, and the more outsiders look at him, the more capable they think he is. So, we'll block him from within."

"internal?"

"The school uniform approval is still in my hands."

"Furthermore, high school graduates in June and college admissions in July offer plenty of opportunities to make a fuss."

Qian Wenhua understood what he meant.

"You're trying to manipulate the admissions process?"

"It's not just a desire, it's a necessity." Liu Jianguo said in a low voice, "If No. 13 Middle School really fills up its quota of new students because of this wave of popularity, then we'll be in trouble."

"Who will even bring up mergers then?"

"Therefore, we must plug the gap when they are most likely to climb up the ladder."

After hanging up the phone, Liu Jianguo sat in his office for a long time.

He picked up the midterm results summary on the table, looked at the number for No. 13 Middle School again, and his eyes darkened considerably.

A moment later, he dialed a number.

"Old Zhao, come to my office tomorrow."

"Bring the materials related to this year's high school entrance examination stream allocation and enrollment approval."

"Yes, bring them all."