This time, there was no press conference, and Weibo did not issue a denial; there was only a video. Within 12 hours of its release, it was reposted across the entire internet and went viral.
The video is about three minutes long and the location is very simple, just on the rooftop of an old residential area. The protagonist is a 12-year-old boy making a simple confession to his mother.
"My name is Sun Xiaotian. My mother is a food delivery rider who travels through the streets and alleys of the city every day."
My mother works hard, but she doesn't receive respect from others.
Sometimes, customers will give negative reviews for no reason, or even make unreasonable demands. Delivering food late will leave customers very dissatisfied, and they may even call to complain.
I was heartbroken when I learned about this. From then on, every time I see sanitation workers or elderly people, I give them a smile. Because I think they would smile at my mother just like I do.
I hope everyone can show more kindness to people like my mother, because when you open the door, you might also see my father holding his 'little princess' in his arms.
The little boy is the son of Wang Fang, a delivery rider for Huotuan. Wang Fang delayed delivering a customer's order because she helped an elderly person on the street the day before, which resulted in a customer complaint.
Netizens praised the boy as "a little angel sent by God to protect his mother," and 99% of netizens said they were moved to tears after watching the video.
Subsequently, Huotuan's official Weibo account updated with another video, showing the entire process of Wang Fang rescuing the elderly man.
Netizens once again exclaimed that like mother, like son, and that such a kind mother has raised such a thoughtful child.
Other netizens offered even richer perspectives. They highly praised the quality of Huotuan's delivery riders, actively sharing stories about them, such as notes and tips on the delivery orders, and photos and short videos of the riders delivering the food.
The fireball gained a huge following and completely turned the crisis into an opportunity.
Just then, another post also went viral, riding the wave of popularity. The person in the post was also a delivery rider, wearing a blue uniform with the slogan "Eat Well." However, the images were less than flattering, showing riders disregarding traffic rules and injuring pedestrians. The accompanying text, however, was quite interesting: "After this 'little angel's confession,' I finally understand you all. You just want to deliver on time, but the platform is squeezing your time."
The elderly man who was "knocked down" by Wang Fang stepped forward and pointed out that he was actually doing something for someone who gave him 10,000 yuan to stage an accident with a rider in a torch uniform. The elderly man expressed his remorse and hoped to receive the rider's forgiveness.
The identity of the person handling the matter was not mentioned, and there were no transfer records; it was reportedly a cash transaction. However, netizens have already automatically filled in the blanks, suggesting a competition between Huotuan and "Eat Better" over the past two months.
What goes around comes around, and the one who was criticized is now "eating better".
*
In the corridor on the 27th floor of Yintai Center.
Qin Shu tapped one foot on the ground, put the other hand in his pocket, and made a phone call to Jian Yan.
"Jian Xiaoyan, I really have to thank you this time. How did you come up with this idea? Let me tell you, your videos are so well-made, and the content you produce is excellent. The guys in the tech department all want to learn how to shoot videos from you. They say it's always good to have more skills." Qin Shu couldn't hide his excitement.
"It's not entirely my credit. I just made the suggestion, and Dai Dai and I filmed it together..." Jian Yan didn't dare to take credit and promptly brought up Xue Qiandai.
Qin Shu interrupted her, "I've chosen you. Old Huo should remember Dai Dai's contribution; it has nothing to do with me."
Jian Yan sniffed, still feeling excited and moved whenever the video was mentioned, wanting to share it with more people. "Speaking of which, the rider's child is the biggest contributor. The little boy is so heartwarming. You know, we were saying during filming, 'A son should be like Sun Xiaotian.' Isn't it a mother's good fortune to have such a sweet little girl?"
“Jian Xiaoyan,” Qin Shu called her name solemnly, “you are so kind, your future children will take after you.” Of course, it would be even more perfect if the children had the surname Qin.
"Thank you." The voice was calm. "If there's nothing else, I'll hang up."
"Hey, Jian Xiaoyan, can we have dinner together tonight?"
"No need. It was my brother's fault to begin with." Jian Yan still felt heartbroken when she mentioned her brother, feeling sorry for his misfortune and angry at his lack of self-control.
Qin Shu hesitated for a moment before saying, "The company didn't say he was being fired, and Lao Huo didn't mention it either. They just wanted to give him a hard time and let him reflect on his actions. But he didn't come today."
"I understand. Don't worry about him. Let him fend for himself." With that, Jian Yan hung up the phone.
*
Inside the Lightyear Coffee Shop's workspace.
After Xue Qiandai sent out today's brand story, she glanced at Jian Yan and said, "Jian, now that you know what kind of person Senior Yuan is, why won't you accept Senior Brother Qin?"
Jian Yan lowered her eyes, twirling her fingers, her gaze seemingly piercing through the void. "I still need a formal breakup. I also want to use this time to sort out whether I'm capable of loving."
Jian Yan last met Yuan Mu at Tanzhe Temple. Their conversation also ended without result.
To be honest, this relationship of hers was the least like a relationship; they didn't even talk on the phone much.
“You have it. Jane, you deserve the best.” Xue Qiandai stood by her best friend.
Jian Yan smiled and flicked her ponytail whip. "You said it yourself, only equal and independent love lasts. Your senior brother earns tens of millions a year, I can't be too inferior, can I? Work hard!"
"That makes a lot of sense. Well then, fighting!"
Xue Qiandai silently opened Taobao. For a new store, a monthly turnover of 100,000 yuan was already a good result, but compared with Huotuan, it was still like a firefly.
There was a knock on the door of the workroom; it was You Duoduo. "Dai Dai, you have a package."
"Oh, it's here." Xue Qiandai jogged out to sign for it. Strangely enough, she hadn't been shopping online recently.
When I received the delivery slip from the courier, I realized that the return address was the Patek Philippe flagship store in Shin Kong Mitsukoshi. Needless to say, it was a men's watch that was being sent.
Xue Qiandai gazed at the sky with a melancholy expression, then glanced at the several pieces of clothing in the corner of the workroom. Her aunt was being too generous, which gave her a headache.
Since Jin Xiangyu and Lan Shan had both gone to Yunnan, Xue Qiandai and Jian Yan voluntarily extended their working hours to look after the shop. Around 8 o'clock, Huo Yunchao arrived at the coffee shop to ask his girlfriend out for dinner.
Xue Qiandai patted her stomach; she really was a little hungry.
"Jane, let's go together." She couldn't bear to leave her best friend behind.
Being a third wheel is definitely not an option. "I ordered Huotuan takeout, you guys go eat."
She lies without batting an eye, and Xue Qiandai doesn't call her out on it.
Huo Yunchao silently took out his phone and typed a message: "Your girl hasn't eaten yet."
The reply came instantly: "Understood, boss."
Ha, he usually calls me Old Huo, but when it comes to this young lady, he immediately calls me Boss. A chameleon is nothing more than that.
Huo Yunchao and Xue Qiandai went to the private restaurant that Jian Yan had visited last time. As they entered, they saw Jin Heng and Hua Se coming out.
Hua Se, with her red lips and alluring upturned eyeliner, said, "Ah Xue, Ah Heng and I have slightly changed our engagement date. Remember to come for a drink then!"
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