Chapter 120: Tang Jiayi's Determination to Improve

It seems I have no choice but to follow the leader’s instructions!

"Dear author, do you have some free time recently? Can we meet up for a meal offline?"

"I’d also like to discuss the future management of this novel."

Hmm?

Su Chen was taken aback. They had just been talking about update issues, so why did it suddenly shift to inviting him out to eat?

Could it be that...

This...

Didn’t seem quite right!

If Wu Qian knew Su Chen’s first reaction was this train of thought, she’d probably silently curse him for being shameless.

Regarding communication with Su Chen, the leader had repeatedly given her detailed instructions on the approach.

First, keep a close eye on Su Chen’s activities, chat with him online more often—even casual small talk—to build familiarity.

During these conversations, subtly inquire about his manuscript reserves and update plans, and try to encourage him to update regularly.

If all else fails and he remains uncooperative, then arrange an offline meeting!

Face-to-face, many issues can be clarified, and the other party won’t simply disappear like they might online.

Yet unexpectedly, Su Chen completely misunderstood this intention.

"I’d rather not. I’m quite busy lately. If there’s anything, we can discuss it online."

Such trivial matters didn’t warrant meeting in person.

Su Chen chose a polite way to decline their “kind offer.”

Afterward, he felt his tone might have seemed a bit cold during the chat, so he added an explanation.

"Don’t worry, I’ll update the novel whenever I have time. There are about 200,000 words left."

"If all goes well, it should be finished within two months!"

This added line made Wu Qian ecstatic!

"Great, great. I’ll report this to the leadership!"

If that really was the case, their leader might push the work heavily once it concluded.

After their last small promotion of Su Chen’s novel, although the data spiked briefly, the popularity remained limited to a small circle, far from reaching the wider audience.

They were keen to promote this milestone work, but the author’s lack of effort was a problem.

Even so, Su Chen had earned over a million from it.

One could hardly imagine how popular it might become with a major push!

At that time, she might well nurture their first superstar author.

If Su Chen could keep updating steadily or maintain his creative momentum,

becoming a platinum author would not be out of reach!

Lost in thought, Wu Qian couldn’t help but dream.

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Having stayed in Hangzhou recently, Su Chen rarely had a chance to return to Jiang City.

Although he chatted with Tang Jiayi every day, face-to-face meetings were few and far between.

Tang Jiayi also gave Su Chen a big surprise!

"Brother Su Chen, you never come back to see me. That’s so mean!"

"Hahaha! Once this busy period is over, I’ll come back right away. You study hard at home!"

"*wipes sweat* Can we not talk about sad things?"

"......"

"Brother Su Chen, this year the school started a new specialty class. I signed up! Guess what class I chose?"

"Competitive eater?"

"*taps* I’m not talking to you anymore!"

"Just kidding. What class is it?"

"It’s the vocal music class! From sophomore year, we can choose courses we like."

"You know about vocal music?"

"Who do you think you’re talking to? I’ve been learning it all along. Do you think me becoming a big star is just talk? Honestly, your skills might not even match mine!"

"Oh, I see! You’re better than me!"

"*angry*"

"......"

"Brother Su Chen, if you don’t come back soon, you won’t get to see me!"

"Huh? What’s going on? Is something wrong? Don’t worry just yet!"

"What are you thinking? Can’t you be a bit more hopeful about me?"

"Then how come..."

"I mean this winter break, I’m going to the Imperial Capital! Our specialty class organized a study tour exchange, and I was selected!"

"Wow! That’s amazing!"

"Of course! You don’t even know who you’re talking about! There were over 50 people in our specialty class, and only eight were chosen. Pretty impressive, right?"

"Definitely thumbs up! Do they say when you’ll leave? How long will it last?"

"We’re leaving this weekend, so you probably won’t see me before the new year!"

"......"

The conversation abruptly ended there.

Since Tang Jiayi went to the Imperial Capital, their chat frequency dropped significantly.

Sometimes they’d call, but she often sounded rushed.

It seemed she was undergoing some kind of training!

Hearing her talk with classmates on the phone, she already sounded like a grown-up.

This created a stark contrast in Su Chen’s heart.

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Unconsciously, the little girl had grown up and become ambitious.

She had things of her own to focus on.

It was just that Su Chen had never heard Tang Jiayi sing before. When had she started learning?

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New Year's Day arrived as promised!

Recently, Ji Lin’s production team had been busy recording the final episodes of "China’s Good Voice."

Along with post-production for the first episode, everyone had been working overtime.

So today, he gave everyone a “day off” to leave work on time and go home.

Today was the day "China’s Good Voice" was broadcast.

For every participant, this show was like their own child.

Even when busy at home, they kept an eye on the 8 p.m. slot, worried about missing it.

Some colleagues still at work gathered around computers, waiting for the broadcast.

The data team stood by to tally the ratings.

At exactly 8 p.m., "China’s Good Voice" premiered simultaneously on Zhejiang Southern Satellite TV and Penguin Video!

On screen, stage lights flickered, and the show’s exclusive BGM kicked off, instantly igniting the scene.

Ji Xiangyang stepped onto the stage, announcing the official start of the first season with his passionate voice.

His smooth, rapid-fire style of announcing captivated the audience.

At the same time, the camera zoomed in on several mentors, and corresponding introduction cards appeared on the screen.

Wow!

It really was those few!

Looks like the online teasers hadn’t been faked!

"First, let’s invite the four mentors to perform for us!"

Just one adapted old song, yet each mentor’s unique style blended seamlessly.

It was a visual and auditory feast for the audience!

So music could be played like this!

As the mentors slowly turned their backs to the stage,

the first contestant appeared!

Viewers in front of their TVs were stunned, just like the media present during the recording.

The live comments on Penguin Video exploded with excitement!