Chapter 16: Overt and covert fighting

The director never expected to receive a call from the Secretariat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in his lifetime.

Even the chairman of their station has to pull strings and give face if he wants to see Qi Chenyan.

This time, the other party called personally. The director felt so honored that he could practically float on air after today.

"I only contacted Blue Sky TV in advance as instructed by the director. As for the specific time for the meeting, our director will discuss it in detail with Ms. Yu Li personally."

The secretary's seemingly casual mention of Yu Li's name was actually a declaration to everyone.

Qi Chenyan agreed to a private talk not because of Blue Sky TV, nor because of anyone else, but solely because of Yu Li.

Furthermore, by emphasizing the focus of Qi Chenyan's personal conversation with Yu Li, he explained Yu Li's unique importance.

With just one sentence, everyone's attention immediately fell on Yu Li.

Now, the mocking looks vanished completely.

Those who initially thought Yu Li was daydreaming and even considered her insane now felt a sharp pain in their faces.

The mocking gaze turned into disbelief, admiration, and even jealousy.

Why is Yu Li able to win Qi Chenyan's favor?

Although her professional skills are good, there are so many senior and experienced people in the station that she doesn't even have the chance to say a word to Qi Chenyan, let alone invite him.

What kind of supernatural power does Yu Li possess that allows her to not only contact Qi Chenyan but also have her secretary's office personally call to confirm?

This honor is something they can only envy.

The director repeatedly replied, "Understood, understood. Please tell Director Qi that Yu Li's availability is not a problem at all. Just arrange the meeting according to Director Qi's schedule."

"Also, if Director Qi confirms the specific time for the interview, please let us know so we can make the necessary arrangements for welcoming him..."

Before the director could finish his flattery, the secretary interrupted, "No need for that. The director is only here in his personal capacity to be interviewed by Miss Yu."

"As for the detailed arrangements, I will contact Ms. Yu separately."

After saying this, the secretary hung up the phone.

Although the secretary didn't say much, every word she uttered was quite thought-provoking.

Clearly, Qi Chenyan wasn't giving face to Blue Sky TV, nor did he have anything to do with the director; he was acting in his personal capacity, only giving face to Yu Li.

What exactly is the relationship between this young, promising, and high-ranking diplomat and Yu Li?

After ending the call, the director instantly switched to a smiling face.

The darker his face was just moments ago, the happier he is now, his face beaming with smiles, wrinkles crinkling all over his cheeks.

"Xiao Yu, look what's happened! You'd already finalized things with Director Qi, why didn't you report to me sooner? It almost caused a misunderstanding, don't you think?"

Yu Li retorted, "Didn't I just say that in front of everyone? Didn't you hear me, Director? Didn't anyone else hear me?"

Of course they heard it, and apart from Xu Hui, no one believed it, and they all mocked Yu Li.

The happier they were just mocking you, the more painful the slap in the face will be now.

No one else dared to speak.

The director laughed awkwardly twice: "It was all a misunderstanding. I always said that Xiao Yu is exceptionally capable. From the moment you joined the station, I knew you were no ordinary person."

"We must do this special talk well. With Director Qi's prestigious reputation, the program is sure to be a hit, and its impact on us will be far-reaching."

"I need to report this good news to the board of directors as soon as possible. Xiao Yu, keep up the good work, your bonus will be doubled this month. If the show becomes a hit, you'll definitely be the winner this year."

No wonder the director is offering material rewards now; even the industry bigwigs wouldn't dare guarantee that they could secure Qi Chenyan's first exclusive meeting.

Yu Li, a new anchor who had only been with the company for less than two years, managed to do it.

With that kind of talent, if Blue Sky TV doesn't offer her better pay and benefits, she'll be poached by other stations in no time.

"Thank you, Director. My achievements today are all thanks to Sister Hui's excellent leadership. Without Sister Hui's patient guidance, I wouldn't have made such progress."

When it comes to being a good person, Yu Li is the best.

After achieving success, she did not forget to thank those who had helped her, proving that Xu Hui's genuine support had been invaluable.

“I have always highly regarded Deputy Director Xu’s abilities. You should take good care of Xiao Yu. If this program does well, who knows, in the near future, after I step down, my position might become Deputy Director Xu’s.”

Leaders like to make empty promises, but to do so publicly shows how happy the director is about securing Qi Chenyan's exclusive consultation.

While Yu Li was beaming with joy, Ma Jiande was far from happy.

Especially when the director mentioned his position, Ma Jiande's eyes practically blazed with jealousy.

Everyone knows about the power struggle between Xu Hui and Ma Jiande at the station.

Both of them are deputy directors, and over the years they have been openly and secretly trying to outdo each other so that they can eventually take over the director's position.

Qi Jianyue had originally secured the prime-time female anchor position, which was a significant advantage for Ma Jiande.

Meanwhile, Xu Hui's situation is precarious because Yu Li is mocking Qi Chenyan for wanting to do an interview with her.

Unexpectedly, in just one week, the tables have turned.

After the meeting, those who had previously mocked Yu Li changed their tune and started trying to get close to her.

"Yu Li, you're amazing! Can you tell us how you got in touch with Director Qi?"

"The secretariat called directly, so you've met Director Qi in person, right? Isn't he even more handsome in person than on TV? Is he easy to talk to?"

"Yu Li, what did you say to Director Qi that made him, who has never been interviewed before, agree to come to our station?"

Yu Li only said two words: "Sincerity".

Then, leaving everyone bewildered, he left with Xu Hui.

What sincerity?

"Is she just making excuses for us?"

"It's definitely just a pretext. I don't believe sincerity can open Director Qi's door."

Actually, they really wronged Yu Li.

She truly won over Qi Chenyan with her sincerity.

Of course, there's a prerequisite: they are not Qi Chenyan's wives.

There's really nothing we can do about it.

Qi Jianyue stared at Yu Li's retreating figure, clenching her teeth in jealousy.

The henchman beside him said sarcastically, "Sincerity, huh? Look at her, she's practically strutting around like a madwoman. So what if she got Director Qi's special talk? Although... although she does have some ability."

"But it's only because you, Jian Yue, didn't do the interview that you could have taken down Director Qi with just a few words, right? With your abilities and family background, it would have been a piece of cake, wouldn't it?"

Qi Jianyue, however, could hardly manage a smile.

Because although her surname is Qi, and although she is a daughter of the Qi family, she is also Qi Chenyan's niece.

Even with so many advantages, let alone inviting Qi Chenyan, she didn't even have the chance to say a single word to this uncle all year round.

What right does that bitch Yu Li have?!