She became a heartthrob among internet celebrities.

"Mr. Ye, the details of this quarterly report are all here."

In the conference room, Ye Kongxing and several department heads sat together for a meeting.

One of the men, wearing glasses, handed over a folder. “We’ve analyzed the traffic in each section this quarter and identified promising newcomers, including some streamers we’ve previously supported.”

Ye Kongxing took the report from his hand and gestured for him to continue his report.

"Overall, all sections have developed quite well so far. The only one that is slightly lagging behind is the learning section, which doesn't get much attention. This may be because our software was initially positioned as an entertainment and lifestyle app, so it doesn't have a significant advantage in terms of learning. Before us, there were already some mature social apps on the market that were specifically designed for learning."

Another woman, who looked shrewd, chimed in, "We've been discussing this with the operations team. The learning section has the least traffic, and the content posted by the streamers in this section is rather monotonous and not interesting enough, making it difficult to keep viewers engaged. Even the streamers with a bit of traffic aren't primarily focused on learning."

Ye Kongxing closed the file, leaned back in his chair, and said, "So what do you think we should do? Share your thoughts!"

"We're wondering if there are other directions we could take? To add some new content, such as collaborating with various universities."

"Well, the reason I came up with this idea is that it's the time for college application season recently. We're wondering if we could develop some collaborations and do some joint promotions with various universities."

"The content of the learning area needs to be further subdivided, such as a special column introducing the school, a column introducing the major, or some online courses."

"I'm also following up on some well-known established variety shows on the market, similar to the Chinese Poetry Competition, to see if we can collaborate."

"Yes, there's a popular reality show about academic geniuses that's been quite popular lately. We've discussed with the production team and the operators whether we can partner with other online video websites to exclusively stream some of their behind-the-scenes footage and other videos."

Everyone in the meeting room immediately started speaking enthusiastically.

"We also plan to conduct a questionnaire survey to explore what users think a learning area should look like, and we are also in contact with the broadcasters to listen to their opinions."

Ye Kongxing was very interested in one of the ideas. He sat up straight and looked at a somewhat shy young man. "Tell me your plan in detail?"

The boy was pleasantly surprised to see his name called, and a little incredulous: "Me?"

“Yes.” Ye Kongxing nodded.

The boy quickly stood up and started playing his PowerPoint presentation. "Good morning, leaders. I'm Xiao He, a new member of the operations department. Our team leader is on leave today, so I'll be representing him at the meeting. Now, I'll share our thoughts."

The boy was a little hesitant at first, but he got more and more fluent as he spoke.

"My report is complete."

Ye Kongxing: "Was this plan something your operations team came up with together?"

"It was a brainstorming session. At first, it was just our group discussing the show 'Brain Battle.' It's been running for quite a while and has some loyal fans, but the ratings haven't been very high in recent years." The boy spoke candidly: "I have a classmate who went to Orange TV, and I heard that they want to reform the show."

"If it's about reform, the possibility of cooperation between us is still very high."

The boy agreed: "That's right."

"Brain Power Showdown" is an old variety show on Orange TV. It mainly features top students competing against each other to solve various problems and determine the final winner. It has produced many child prodigies in the past. However, in recent years, various variety shows have emerged one after another, and short videos have sprung up. The ratings of TV variety shows have gradually declined. The "Brain Power Showdown" competition is quite difficult and not very interesting, so it is difficult for the audience to participate. It has slowly lost its popularity.

However, this program is also a representative work of Orange TV, and it would be a pity to cancel it like this. Therefore, Orange TV has been pursuing innovation and trying to boost the ratings.

"But how can we guarantee that their shows will make a splash?" someone asked.

The boy laughed and said, "I have inside information! It's said that this new season will invite top students from major universities, and even the top scorers in the college entrance examination, just to capitalize on this year's college entrance examination hype..."

-

The Broadcasting Building.

The projector was on, and the PowerPoint presentation showed a stark contrast in the viewership ratings of the two programs.

"Director, I understand what you're saying, but this isn't something that can't be discussed!" A bald man scratched his head. "Sigh! I've been doing this program for so many years, I can't bear to cut it!"

The man called the station director took a sip of tea. “Old Xing, it’s not that I’m not giving you face, it’s just that your last two episodes did have low ratings. The station’s budget is limited, and we can’t just let you keep going like this.”

"Third time's the charm, I still have one more chance!" Old Xing stiffened his neck: "I've already arranged everything, the contracts are all drafted, and some people have already signed them. If you cancel my program now, the station will have to pay the penalty for breach of contract!"

Station Director: Who are you trying to scare!

Since the station director was a veteran of the station, he didn't want to make things difficult for him. He simply said, "I'll give this program one last chance. There's no more chances. Others will have complaints. After all, it's the station's money that's being spent."

"I understand! This time it will definitely work!" Old Xing patted his chest. "Thank you, Director!"

What a close call! He was almost retired and nearly lost his job and ruined his reputation! If this show had died in his hands, he would have been a laughingstock!

Old Xing couldn't help but feel a surge of relief. Now that he had made his bold statement, the die was cast, and the plan he had been hesitating over was now set to be implemented.

After leaving the meeting room, Lao Xing immediately gathered the people from his program together and also pulled a few young people who had just started their internships at the station into a meeting.

Lin Chaoyin is one of the newcomers.

As everyone knows, newcomers have to do all sorts of work, but Lin Chaoyin had never worked with Lao Xing's team before, and today was her first time.

She sat quietly in her seat, intending to observe the situation.

Old Xing slammed his teacup on the table. "I've given the station a solemn promise: if the ratings don't pick up for the next episode, our team will be disbanded."

"Huh??" "No way?" "This won't work!"

The station's programs are all grouped together. Everyone works together, and we all know each other's temperaments and hobbies, so there's no friction in our interactions. But if this group disbands, we have to go to a new group and start all over again. Isn't that torture?

"So, I've looked at the proposal you gave me before. There are some problems, but it's not completely unacceptable. You'll need to discuss how to revise it. If you have any questions, come to me, and I'll try my best to solve them."

Lin Chaoyin opened the documents in her hand.

Old Xing was still talking nonstop in the main seat.

"So, do you have any problems with assigning me this kind of work?"

The people below all shook their heads.

"Yes, aren't there still some fresh graduates coming in this year? Which one is from Beijing University?" Old Xing asked.

Lin Chaoyin raised her hand: "Teacher, it's me!"

"You are--"

"Lin Chaoyin".

"Okay, Xiaolin, you're young after all, and you know alumni from other schools, so you definitely know more than we do. Besides, graduates from top schools like yours must have a lot of outstanding people around them. As for the selection, you and Zhou can work on it together, okay?"

The latest plan is to select students from some well-known universities to compete against each other. The winner will have more opportunities to showcase themselves and their school, which is also a form of exposure and a disguised form of recruitment for college entrance examination candidates.

Lin Chaoyin was assigned to work with a senior colleague in the group to screen suitable candidates.

The contestants on the show usually sign up voluntarily, but it's not something anyone can just decide to do. They still need to be assessed on various aspects, and the production team will also personally contact some people to invite them to participate in the show.

"Actually, we don't necessarily have to choose smart people. It's also okay to choose some controversial people. It would be best if they have something to talk about," Sister Zhou shared her experience with Lin Chaoyin. "Our first priority is to ensure the quality of the program and the ratings."

"For example, people who take the college entrance exam multiple times just to get into Tsinghua University, or people who drop out of school in Beijing and retake the exam, these kinds of people are good. They have stories that can attract the audience, and we will have topics to talk about when we are recording the show. For example, you can also find some handsome and beautiful academic high-achievers, after all, everyone loves beauty!"

"It's a pity that this time Lao Xing asked the contestants to be as young as possible, preferably current students or recent graduates. Otherwise, I could still find some people. There were quite a few top talents in my batch, but they are all too old now. I can only ask them if they have any recommendations."

Sister Zhou patted Lin Chaoyin on the shoulder: "Why don't you ask around your alumni circle if anyone is interested in the show? Even if you're eliminated in the first round, it's fine!"

Lin Chaoyin nodded: "I understand."

Looking for someone who's both good-looking and intelligent? Beijing universities certainly have plenty!

-

Dormitory 306.

Jiang Lai and her roommates are burning the midnight oil to study, as finals week is just around the corner.

The dormitory was quiet as everyone was writing furiously when Jiang Lai's phone suddenly rang.

She picked it up and saw that it was Lin Chaoyin.

Since she left the student council to do an internship, Jiang Lai hasn't contacted her much. The two used to have some work-related contact, but now they're just casual acquaintances. Why would she suddenly call her?

With this question in mind, Jiang Lai picked up her phone and went to the balcony.

"Hello? President?"

Lin Chaoyin's voice was cheerful: "Good evening, junior! I'm no longer the student council president!"

"It's hard to change how I address you, I'm just used to it!" Jiang Lai chuckled twice. "Did the president call me because there's something wrong?"

"Oh, it's like this, junior. I'm currently interning at a TV station, you know that, right?"

"I've heard my senior mention it."

"Yes, I'm currently working with a team that's in charge of a reality show about academic achievers. And I've recently been overseeing the auditions for the contestants..."

"One aspect is the competition between contestants from various universities, which is also a great publicity opportunity for the schools..."

Lin Chaoyin explained the matter in great detail and analyzed many of the benefits.

"People who are both talented and beautiful are so rare, but you, junior, immediately came to mind!"

Lin Chaoyin's voice cracked slightly, but she sounded incredibly excited. Jiang Lai could even imagine that if Lin Chaoyin stood in front of her, the small woman would definitely jump up.

Jiang Lai hesitated for a moment: "What about this time?"

"It's during summer vacation, about three days. Room and board included! And there's an appearance fee!"

"That's not important. The time is fine during summer vacation, but..."

She seems to want to go out and have some fun?

"Host, agree to her request."

Just as Jiang Lai was struggling with her decision, 001 suddenly appeared.

"what?"

"What's wrong, junior?" Lin Chaoyin heard Jiang Lai's scream and thought something had happened to her, so she quickly asked.

Jiang Lai: "It's nothing, Teacher Ju just darted past my feet." She said casually.

Lin Chaoyin felt relieved after hearing this. "It feels like I graduated a long time ago, and I haven't seen Teacher Ju in so long."

"Hahaha, right! It's still just as fat! But you, President, haven't been out of school for very long, have you?"

"Yeah, right! Speaking of which, junior, you should really consider this. It would be nice to come and have some fun. The competition is quite interesting, and you can also meet a lot of amazing players."

Jiang Lai: "Great! We don't have anything to do during summer vacation anyway, so let's treat it as a paid vacation?"

Lin Chaoyin was very satisfied: "I guessed you would agree, junior, because I felt you would like it. I will send the application form to your email later. Please fill it out and send it back to me. You also need to prepare some of your materials and certificates, etc., as the program team will be screening applicants."

"Okay, I understand. Thank you, senior!"

"No need, I should be thanking you! If you do well this time, I think I should get more opportunities."

"Then I hope everything goes well!"

"Ok!"

After hanging up the phone, Jiang Lai said to 001, "You're disappearing for longer and longer periods now. I was starting to think you'd been freed from your bondage!"

"No, I just recently took on a part-time job..." 001 said a little embarrassedly, "I want to accumulate enough energy as soon as possible so I can change bodies!"

"When a system tells me you're doing part-time work, I always feel a bit disillusioned."

“That’s not the point!” 001 said. “I’ve calculated that the benefits this program can bring you are huge, which is why I asked you to agree.”

"But I don't need favorability anymore!"

"It's not for the sake of goodwill, but for your own personal development!"

"How rare is it that you, Zhou Bapi, are actually considering things from my perspective?"

"Blocked!"

"Just kidding! Anyway, I've already promised Chairman Lin." Jiang Lai stretched on the balcony. "Just treat it as a trip to have some fun and meet some new people."

But I have this feeling that this summer is going to be very busy? Voice acting and variety shows? Let's get this party started! She's going to be the best!