Official Career Storm
Chapter 60

Chapter 60: Chapter 60

Zhou Qian was live streaming, but there wasn’t much useful information being gathered.

The situation was simple, Chengda Company had abruptly canceled the concert.

She maintained the live stream merely to provide a place for netizens to vent their emotions.

She thought that Song Guanchao wanted her to end the stream.

After all, he was in charge of the matter.

The controversy had grown so heated, his political future was bound to be affected.

Zhou Qian couldn’t care less about these things, she had made up her mind, no matter what Song Guanchao said, she wouldn’t end the live stream.

The two stepped aside, and Song Guanchao said, "Journalist Zhou, would you like to know why the concert was canceled?"

Zhou Qian raised an eyebrow, "I’ve seen the notice, Chengda Company had incomplete application procedures..."

"Heh." Song Guanchao let out a mocking laugh, not bothering to exchange pleasantries, he relayed the real situation to her right away.

After listening, Zhou Qian’s brow furrowed slightly.

The real situation vastly differed from the official announcement.

However, it wasn’t beyond the realm of possibility.

"Do you have evidence?"

"Yes!" Song Guanchao took out a USB drive and said, "The evidence is all here, it just depends on whether you dare to release it, Journalist Zhou."

"There’s nothing I’m afraid to broadcast!"

Zhou Qian snorted lightly and took the USB drive.

Just as she was about to turn around and leave, she suddenly asked, "You just mentioned that Jiang Qi and Yuanfeng Company have signed a separate contract?"

"That’s right."

"Can you get that contract?"

"I can."

Song Guanchao smiled faintly; this woman indeed had guts.

She should know, once she exposed the truth, it would be equivalent to offending the Cultural Bureau.

Typically, even if journalists had such an opportunity, they would have to consider the consequences of upsetting the Cultural Bureau.

But Zhou Qian showed no such concerns.

Perhaps, it was precisely because of this fearlessness that she had become the star host of Lingjiang TV Station.

After returning, Zhou Qian spoke a few words to the camera, then ended the live stream and left with the cameraperson.

Wu Yun came over and asked, "What’s on the USB drive?"

"Didn’t you watch it last night?"

Wu Yun was taken aback for a moment, then quickly realized, "The video from the private room?"

"Yep." Song Guanchao said, "Let’s go."

Wu Yun quickly followed beside him, "Will she dare to release it?"

"She probably will."

"But what if she doesn’t dare?"

Song Guanchao shook his phone, "If she doesn’t, I’ll release it myself."

...

Inside the office.

Wu Qiangwei also heard about the incident.

Her brows knitted slightly, unsure how Song Guanchao managed to turn things into such a mess.

If someone with an agenda took advantage of the situation, it could escalate from a minor to a major issue.

She thought several times about calling Song Guanchao but restrained herself.

With her understanding of Song Guanchao, if he truly couldn’t handle it, he would definitely reach out himself.

But he hadn’t contacted her yet, which meant he could still manage the situation.

...

Just before the end of the workday, Wu Yun said, "Let’s go grab some food first."

The City Life Channel wouldn’t start until six o’clock; there was still some time.

Song Guanchao replied, "Let’s just grab something quick, I have another meal tonight."

Wu Yun, on high alert, asked, "You have a dinner appointment tonight?"

"If nothing goes wrong, I should. You should eat less too, join me later."

His words left Wu Yun even more puzzled; who would invite them for dinner tonight?

After grabbing a quick meal of rice noodles nearby, they returned to the car, clutching their phones as they waited for six o’clock to arrive.

o’clock.

The City Life Channel began its program.

Zhou Qian appeared on the screen in business attire, starting to report today’s news.

As minutes ticked by, Zhou Qian was still covering some unrelated news, and Wu Yun began to grow anxious.

"She wouldn’t dare not to report it, would she?"

"The heavy news is, of course, held until the end as the finale."

As expected, just before the news was about to end, Zhou Qian said, "The concert originally scheduled for tomorrow at Chengda Mall has been temporarily canceled. According to staff from the Cultural Bureau, Chengda Company’s paperwork for the concert was incomplete..."

"Concerned citizens provided evidence showing that the last-minute cancellation of the concert was not due to paperwork issues but personal retaliation."

"Next, please watch this video."

The screen changed, and the video showed a scene from last night’s private room.

In front of the table, the faces of Song Guanchao and Wu Yun were pixelated.

Miss Xu and Jiang Qi were not pixelated.

The conversation between them was crystal clear.

Song Guanchao wanted to smoke, but the other party expressed their dislike for the smell of smoke, so Song Guanchao put it down.

Afterward, Song Guanchao enquired if it was possible to perform the day after tomorrow; the other party demanded more money, raising the fee from the original 300,000 to 3 million.

With arrogance, they stated that if he did not agree, they should go to court.

The ugly faces of the two women were fully exposed.

After Song Guanchao’s refusal, they got up and left.

The video ended there; the part where Yang Yongqiang entered was cut by Song Guanchao.

Zhou Qian said seriously, "Jiang Qi raised her price at the last minute with nothing to fear. I have to ask, who gave her such confidence? As a public figure, she should respect the law instead of leading illegal actions!"

"Further, according to our station’s journalists, Jiang Qi signed a commercial performance contract with Chengda Company. Subsequently, she also contracted with Yuanfeng Company from Lingjiang City for a commercial performance. Moreover, the dates for the two performances overlap."

"This is the detailed contract Jiang Qi signed with Yuanfeng Company."

The screen changed, and the original contract document for Jiang Qi’s commercial performance with Yuanfeng Company appeared.

The contract indicated that the performance date was tomorrow!

Zhou Qian concluded, "The concert hosted by Chengda Company was of a charitable nature and was reported to the Cultural Bureau four months ago, passing approval early on."

"Why then did the Cultural Bureau suddenly cancel it the day before the event?"

"Similarly approved by the Cultural Bureau, didn’t the staff notice during the approval process that Jiang Qi was scheduled for two commercial appearances on the same day? Or is there a possible exchange of interests between Jiang Qi and the Cultural Bureau?"

"I believe these are all questions that need further investigation!"

...

Song Guanchao clicked his tongue in amazement, "She really dared to say it."

Wu Yun was also very excited but quickly realized something, "The video of Yang Yongqiang coming in, you didn’t give it to her?"

"No rush."

...

That evening, Tian Xue specially invited Yang Yongqiang for a meal.

He Yong, the person who introduced her, also attended.

"The online situation is very unfavorable for Mr. Song," He Yong laughed heartily.

"With Director Yang himself stepping in, what can that wretched driver do to compete with Director Yang?"

Tian Xue delicately offered flattery and raised her glass, "Director Yang, I toast to you!"

Yang Yongqiang, feeling flattered, drank the glass and saw Tian Xue’s eyes watering from the spiciness, he patted her hand, "Drink slowly."

Tian Xue wanted to pull her hand away but endured not to do so.

"Secretary Tian, your position as a secretary is now secure. If you ever need Brother Yang’s help, just give me a call."

As he spoke, he continued to pat her hand until eventually, he grasped her hand in his.

Tian Xue felt nauseated being held by his greasy hand.

But after all, he had just helped her, so she nodded repeatedly, "Thank you, Director Yang."

It was with great difficulty that she escaped his lecherous grip, and she had just sat down when Yang Yongqiang’s phone suddenly rang.

"I’ll take this call, you guys keep drinking."

Yang Yongqiang picked up the phone, and it was from Jiang.

He had just touched Tian Xue’s hand and his lust was kindled.

Perfect timing, he’d call her over, and after a drink, they’d go to a hotel for some fun.

"Hello, Jiang... What did you say?"

Yang Yongqiang’s voice suddenly shot up two octaves, and any hint of drunkenness vanished instantly.

Tian Xue and the others looked over only to see his face filled with panic, as if some major incident had occurred.

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