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Chapter 18: The novel column continues to be sold in the newspaper, and the Steambird Newspaper'
Steambird Newspaper.
Editor-in-Chief's Office.
The midnight bells have faded into the distance, but the office lights remain bright, shining through the windows into the tranquil night sky.
The original manuscript of "The Three-Body Problem" lay quietly on the table. It had already gone through the trials of the initial review and the editorial department's careful polishing. Now, it awaited the final decision of the chief editor, Ou Fu.
As the editor-in-chief, known for her meticulousness, Ou Fu was sitting at her desk, carefully reading the upcoming story of "The Three-Body Problem," her eyes revealing undeniable focus.
She knew that this was more than just a job; it was a promise to countless expectant readers.
Because the manuscript for "The Three-Body Problem" has been delayed, the novel column, which was supposed to be released the day after tomorrow, is now hanging by a thread.
If she followed all the procedures step by step, she probably wouldn't make it in time, so she chose to stay up all night and do her best to keep her promise in her own way.
It was definitely not her intention to use her position to watch the Three-Body Problem storyline ahead of time and make herself the only one to have access to it ahead of schedule.
Ahem... at least that's what she thinks.
Ou Fu always tells herself that she is not doing this out of selfishness, wanting to be the first to enjoy the brilliance of "The Three-Body Problem", although it is indeed an irresistible temptation.
Her fingers gently turned each page, her eyes scrutinizing every possible flaw. She knew in her heart that this was not only for the newspaper, but also for the readers who loved "The Three-Body Problem."
She would cough lightly, laugh self-deprecatingly, and then continue burying herself in those words full of wisdom and imagination.
A gentle night breeze rustled through the curtains, and the air in the office seemed to become fresher because of this focused concentration.
……
The next morning, the first rays of sunlight shone through the windows of the Steambird newspaper office, illuminating the busy printing workshop.
Amidst the roar of machinery, employees busied themselves amidst the steam and the scent of ink, their movements skilled and swift, as if each of them were part of a precision machine.
Ou Fu had been in the office all night, but there was no sign of fatigue in her eyes, only anticipation for the upcoming newspaper.
She knew that every minute of today was precious, and every second was a struggle against the passage of time.
"Keep up the good work, everyone! We still need to send the printed newspapers to the review department for approval later. Let's try to finish it today." Her voice echoed in the printing workshop, both an encouragement and a command.
After hearing what Ou Fu said, the employees worked even harder.
They knew this was more than just a job; it was a promise to readers across the entire continent of Teyvat. The Steambird Newspaper was their belief, their pride.
Steambird Newspaper boasts the most advanced printing technology on the entire continent, thanks in large part to the latest research achievement of the Fontainebleau Academy of Sciences – automated printing machines.
With the introduction of automated printing machines, Steambird Newspaper not only improved efficiency but also led the entire continent in technology, making the printing of every newspaper so precise that every word was clearly visible.
A newspaper goes through many processes from printing to delivery to readers. There are three review processes alone, so the higher the printing efficiency, the better, so that there is time to carry out the remaining work.
Fortunately, the printing department of Steambird Newspaper has the most advanced automated printing equipment in Fontainebleau and even Tewat. This batch of automatic printing machines was developed by the Fontainebleau Academy of Sciences at the request of Steambird Newspaper and can print Steambird newspapers quickly.
This improvement significantly reduced the workload of the printing department staff, eliminating the need for manual printing as before.
However, Ou Fu, the thoughtful editor-in-chief, did not overlook the value of people because of technological advancements.
She knew that no matter how advanced the machines were, they still needed human wisdom to guide them. Therefore, when automatic printing machines replaced manual printing, she did not agree with Charles's decision to lay off employees. Instead, she tried her best to make them the masters of these machines, so that their experience and wisdom could continue to serve the newspaper.
Compared to Fontaine's advanced technology, Mondstadt is practically the countryside, Liyue is just an old town, Inazuma is a fishing village, and Sumeru at least has old-fashioned mobile phones and computers equipped with central processing units, so it can be considered a modern rural area.
Camille hesitated slightly as she looked at the documents handed to her by Ou Fu.
She walked up to Ou Fu, her voice trembling slightly: "Editor-in-Chief Ou Fu, are you really sure you want to dedicate the next few issues' covers to the novel 'The Three-Body Problem'?"
Ove stopped what she was doing, turned around, and a determined look flashed in her eyes: "Yes, Camille. I know it's a bold decision, but sometimes we need to break the mold to achieve something extraordinary."
Her voice was calm yet powerful, as if she had already foreseen the success of this decision.
Camille frowned. Her respect for rules seemed innate, after all, she had worked at this newspaper for so many years and witnessed the formulation and enforcement of countless rules.
"But, editor-in-chief, wouldn't this be too risky? Our readership is broad, and they expect diversity."
Ou Fu smiled slightly, her smile revealing an unwavering conviction.
“I know this is a gamble, Camille. But The Three-Body Problem is more than just a novel; it’s a phenomenon, a groundbreaking concept. It will attract more attention and generate more discussion, which is not only an affirmation of The Three-Body Problem but also a demonstration of the innovative spirit of our Steambird Newspaper.”
Camille took a deep breath. She knew that O'Feu was a very visionary editor-in-chief, and every decision she made was carefully considered. "But what if we fail? What if sales don't meet expectations? What if our loyal readers leave us because of this…"
Camille was a veteran of the Steambird Newspaper, so he knew these rules by heart. Even though this batch of Steambird Newspaper's novel column newspapers was a newly opened newspaper channel, the rules used were still similar to those of the previous news serial newspapers.
However, the EU server made the decision to give the covers of the next few issues of the newspaper to The Three-Body Problem. This decision may even affect the newspaper's sales, because the other two novels have a lot of fans, especially Liyue and Inazuma.
Camille knew this was a huge gamble, and if she lost, the Rare Bird Newspaper could lose everything, a responsibility she couldn't afford to bear.
If things go wrong, the editor-in-chief position might have to be replaced.
"Don't worry, Camille, I have my own decision."
Ou Fu didn't explain much, but patted her on the shoulder to reassure her and let her continue directing the printing work.
Camille nodded without saying much; she trusted the senior editor's judgment.
About five hours later, with the last newspaper proofreading completed, the printing department employees breathed a sigh of relief and went to their respective rest areas.
Camille had taken leave when the first issue of the newspaper was printed, so she hadn't seen the earlier parts of the story. However, when she picked up a printed copy and started reading, her face was filled with shock.
This author, who uses the pen name 'Xiaoxiao', is very likely to cause an unprecedented upheaval in the Teyvat continent.
……
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