Chapter 127 Returning in Glory
Chapter 127
Meng Yingying was truly stunned when she heard this. "Teacher, what do you mean?"
Yang Jie walked up to her, looked into her eyes, and said, "Yingying, you know you're a very smart child. You should know what I'm talking about."
Although Meng Yingying knew, she was still mostly incredulous. "You're going to be the head coach of the National Ballet of China?"
Yang Jie was surprised by Meng Yingying's quick reaction. She nodded, "Yes."
"The appointment notice only arrived at noon."
"Yingying, I'm going back to the Central Ballet of China. What about you? Do you want to come?"
Upon hearing this, Wu Yanzhou looked over nervously. She wanted to speak, but she knew it was inconvenient to do so at this moment.
When Meng Yingying first came to the Capital Song and Dance Troupe, it was because the troupe wanted to use its reputation to enhance her image.
Go participate in the competition.
Now that Meng Yingying has finished participating in the Red Star Cup competition and even won the championship, it seems that she really has no need to stay in the Capital Song and Dance Troupe.
She felt a pang of sadness; this was the girl she had personally sent to the capital.
Seeing that she was now being offered positions by various organizations in the capital, she felt both proud and conflicted. What if Meng Yingying stayed in the capital permanently?
So, if their previous investments didn't all vanish, they certainly lost 70% or 80%.
She could only comfort her by saying that Yingying was a loyal and affectionate child. Even if she stayed in the capital, she wouldn't refuse if they wanted her to share the capital's resources with the Northeast region later.
Thinking of this, He Chang felt a little more comforted.
Anyway, no matter where the child is, it's enough that they won't forget them in the end.
Meng Yingying remained calm. "Teacher, will you be staying with the Central Ballet Troupe from now on?"
Yang Jie nodded. "If nothing unexpected happens, that's how it is."
She has returned to the center of power after many years away.
All of this can only be attributed to favorable timing, location, and human factors.
The National Ballet of China was embroiled in this scandal, with the head coach leading the murder of students, resulting in the loss of more than half of the students in the entire unit.
With such problems arising in the ballet company, a change of leadership is inevitable.
No one else could have been as effective as veteran Yang Jie.
After listening, Meng Yingying said softly, "Teacher, I want to go back to Harbin to be stationed with the team."
After hearing this, Yang Jie remained silent for a long time before finally letting out a soft sigh, "Then you are always welcome to come back to me."
That's not enough.
Yang Jie then went up and hugged Meng Yingying, saying, "Yingying, the doors of the Central Ballet Company will always be open for you."
Meng Yingying hummed in agreement, feeling a little reluctant. She let go of Yang Jie's hand and said softly, "Teacher, I wish you a bright future."
It seemed a bit strange that these words came from Meng Yingying's mouth, especially since she was saying them to Yang Jie.
You should know that Yang Jie was over forty years old.
Yang Jie smiled and said, "It is I who wish you well. Your teacher wishes you a bright future."
Meng Yingying nodded, but He Chuchang, standing beside her, seemed a little dizzy, as if he had just won the lottery.
Meng Yingying actually decided not to go to the Central Ballet Troupe or the Capital Song and Dance Troupe, but instead to go back to Harbin with her to be stationed in the troupe?
Good heavens.
Director He was even wondering what incredible luck she had gotten.
Even as they were leaving, Director He still felt a little unreal. "Yingying, are you really coming back to Harbin with me to be stationed at the base?"
Meng Yingying nodded, "Haven't we already agreed on this?"
Director He pinched his arm; it still hurt a little.
Seeing this, Meng Yingying was both amused and exasperated. "Aunt He, my family is stationed in Harbin. I can't possibly abandon my own family."
No matter how exciting the competition is outside, you still have to go home.
He Chuchang felt that Meng Yingying was the best friend.
Just as Meng Yingying and Director He were about to leave, Yang Jie brought Gu Xiaotang over.
When Meng Yingying saw Gu Xiaotang again, she was a little surprised. "Teacher, shouldn't Xiaotang be at the hospital? Why did you bring her here?"
This is only the third day that Gu Xiaotang has been hospitalized.
Yang Jie said, "Yingying, I want you to take Gu Xiaotang with you to the Harbin Municipal Cultural Troupe when you go back this time."
Before Meng Yingying could refuse, Yang Jie said, "Xiao Tang's mother has gone mad. She has gone from one extreme to the other and now she doesn't trust anyone in the Central Ballet Troupe. She wants to take Gu Xiao Tang from her workplace to her home and make her give up dancing completely."
Meng Yingying looked puzzled. "Is she trying to ruin Xiao Tang again?"
Back then, when Xiao Tang asked them for help, they couldn't see him, completely trusted their teacher, and entrusted Gu Xiao Tang entirely to Lin Rujuan.
Now that she has learned of the terrible things Lin Rujuan has done, she has begun to completely reject the entire Central Ballet Troupe.
They even disregarded Xiao Tang's wishes and forced her to leave the National Ballet of China.
Meng Yingying was somewhat bewildered, "Are these my parents?"
"Gu Xiaotang is a person, an independent individual. How could they treat her like this?"
Gu Xiaotang subconsciously said, "They didn't treat me like a human being. They treated me like a tool to show off, an object that they could control."
She was never cherished by her parents.
I have never been properly loved by my parents.
From as far back as Gu Xiaotang can remember, she had always lived in the dormitory of the Central Ballet Troupe. Her mother was too busy to take care of her, and her father had to go to work, so he had even less time for her.
In addition, her mother had a natural trust in Lin Rujuan, and they would believe whatever Lin Rujuan said.
Later on, Gu Xiaotang naturally stopped going home.
Meng Yingying could roughly guess Gu Xiaotang's status at home. "You have a younger brother?"
Gu Xiaotang nodded.
"Come with me."
Meng Yingying didn't even give Gu Xiaotang a chance to refuse. She grabbed her hand and led her into the train station, not forgetting to say to Yang Jie, "Teacher, I can take Gu Xiaotang with me, but you'll have to deal with the Gu family."
"May I?"
Yang Jie nodded, her tone firm, "This time it's possible."
She was willing to compete with the Gu family for Gu Xiaotang's sake.
With these words, Meng Yingying was completely relieved.
As Yang Jie watched Meng Yingying and Gu Xiaotang leave, she felt a sense of relief. With her weakness back in her hometown, she could finally make a big splash here.
Just as Meng Yingying and Gu Xiaotang were about to board the train.
Yang Jie suddenly took two steps to catch up, "Yingying, Xiao Tang."
She shouted.
Meng Yingying and Gu Xiaotang turned around at the same time.
Yang Jie's gaze softened. "After the teachers have cleaned up the Central Ballet Troupe, we'll bring you back."
Meng Yingying paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "Teacher, please be careful."
Sure enough, no sooner had Gu Xiaotang and Meng Yingying left than Gu's mother and father arrived at the Central Ballet Troupe.
"Yang Jie, call my daughter out."
Yang Jie was very firm this time, saying, "Gu Xiaotang is not available to meet with you right now."
“I know we were too busy with work and neglected to take care of Xiao Tang, but we have already avenged her.”
"We, the Gu family, have already spoken to Lin Rujuan, that bad element. She won't be released until she's rotted in jail for the rest of her life."
Of course, she was also angry at herself for being so blind as to believe Lin Rujuan and entrust her with the child completely.
This almost led to an accident involving her son, Xiao Tang.
"Gu Xiaotang doesn't want to leave the National Ballet of China." This was the second time Yang Jie had clashed with the Gu family like this. "Qian Min, please respect your child's opinion."
Qian Min was Gu's mother. She sneered, "I don't trust anyone from the Central Ballet Troupe."
"Then you should trust Gu Xiaotang."
Yang Jie said calmly.
"She is an independent person. Over the years, you have already driven her to her death once. Now you want to take her back, are you trying to drive her to her death a second time?"
Qian Min didn't say anything.
Yang Jie continued, "As far as I know, your son's surname is Qian and his name is Qian Baolai, while your daughter's name is Gu Xiaotang. You should know perfectly well why she has the surname Gu."
"Qian Min, you favor sons over daughters on one hand, and on the other hand, you expect your daughter to succeed. You put all the pressure on Gu Xiaotang, hoping she can bring you honor, but at the same time, you give your love to Qian Baolai. Are you sure that even if Gu Xiaotang goes back with you, she can live a good life in your family?"
Qian Min remained silent.
Gu Jianguo, the father, has made a decision: "Qian Min, since Xiao Tang has my surname, she is my child. I support her opinion. If she wants to stay, then let her stay."
"You should know that Xiao Tang's dream is to dance, and her favorite teacher is Yang Jie."
"Qian Min, I beg you to respect Xiao Tang just this once."
Gu Jianguo, who had always been cowardly, once again rebelled against his wife after experiencing the life-or-death situation of his daughter.
Qian Min didn't say anything. She flicked her sleeve and said, "Then I'll pretend I don't have this daughter."
"Since you support her continuing to dance, Gu Jianguo, you will cover all of Gu Xiaotang's expenses at the Central Ballet School."
At this point, Qian Min glanced at Yang Jie, "Yang Jie, if I can get you out of office the first time, I can get you out of office the second time. If Gu Xiaotang causes any more problems, you—"
She didn't finish her sentence, but Yang Jie could tell from her words.
Yang Jie's expression suddenly turned cold. "You can take me off my horse right now. Qian Min, go ahead and do it."
"Besides, when I left the National Ballet of China, was it really you who knocked me off my horse?"
Upon hearing this, Qian Min's expression changed.
Because back then, the Gu family only played a supporting role; the real reason Yang Jie left was the power struggle at the top, and Gu Xiaotang and the Gu family were merely the fuse.
Seeing that she had put Qian Min in a difficult position, Yang Jie calmly said, "Qian Min, we are not enemies, but we do have a common enemy."
Qian Min asked suspiciously, "What do you mean?"
"Lin Rujuan harmed Xiao Tang like this, and under these circumstances, she deceived you inside and out for many years. Don't you want to take revenge?"
Qian Min frowned. "Lin Rujuan has already been arrested and put in jail."
"Our Qian family also put in a good word." She was referring to the Qian family, which clearly indicated that the Qian family's influence was greater than that of the Gu family for Qian Min and Gu Jianguo.
"Is that all?" Yang Jie retorted. "Do you think Lin Rujuan alone could have manipulated you all for so many years?"
Qian Min immediately realized, "You mean there are other people in the National Ballet of China?"
Yang Jie hummed in agreement. She had no idea that Director He had taught her this.
Before leaving, Director He said to her, "Yang Jie, you have returned to the pinnacle of power. You must learn to use others' strength against you."
"Taking back control of the National Ballet of China, this cancerous tumor, will be a difficult process, so you need to find help."
"who?"
"Gu Xiaotang's parents."
"The enemy of my enemy is my friend, Yang Jie. There are no permanent enemies, only permanent interests."
"Bringing Gu Xiaotang's parents to your side will play a crucial role in your return to leadership of the National Ballet of China."
"Using Gu Xiaotang's parents, we will bring down all the corrupt elements in the Central Ballet Troupe at once."
"Trust me, Gu Xiaotang's parents will be very useful."
At the time, Yang Jie didn't quite understand, but now, after seeing Qian Min and Gu Jianguo's reactions, she roughly understood why Director He had said that.
For Qian Min, she was angry and furious that her daughter had been bullied like this, but she was even more furious that people like theirs had been completely manipulated by someone like Lin Rujuan.
face.
They lost face, and that's the most important thing.
It was at this moment that Yang Jie fully understood the power of Director He's move.
Sure enough, Qian Min fell silent after she said that; she was weighing the pros and cons.
Gu Jianguo readily agreed, "Qian Min, promise Teacher Yang, Xiao Tang is, after all, the daughter of our Gu and Qian families."
"No one can bully Xiao Tang and then get away unscathed."
"Lin Rujuan is no good, and neither are the others in the National Ballet of China."
At that moment, Qian Min was convinced.
Seeing that both of them had agreed.
Yang Jie extended her hand and smiled, "Then, it's a pleasure to cooperate."
—She will return a brand new ballet company to Yingying and Xiao Tang.
On the train.
This was Gu Xiaotang's first time traveling far from home. Her face was still a little pale, but her eyes had regained some vitality. She asked curiously, "Senior sister, is the Harbin resident cultural troupe good?"
She could see that Meng Yingying still longed for the Harbin Performing Arts Troupe. She clearly had better options; even now, Yang Jie had returned to be the head coach of the Central Ballet.
As Yang Jie's student, she stayed with the National Ballet of China, making her a direct descendant.
Anyone with eyes can see that Meng Yingying has a bright future ahead of her; she might even take over Yang Jie's job.
Mentioning the Harbin Cultural Troupe, Meng Yingying's eyes crinkled into a smile, "They are very good, and most importantly, the people are good."
"Whether it's the leaders above or the comrades below, they are all very good."
“Little Tang.” Mentioning her old friend, Meng Yingying’s expression softened. “You should have come to the Harbin Cultural Troupe from the very beginning.”
If Gu Xiaotang had come to the Harbin Municipal Cultural Troupe, she would definitely not be the way she is now.
Gu Xiaotang should have grown up brightly and carefree, shining on the stage, instead of struggling on the edge of death time and time again.
They died rotting in the dark little house.
For a fleeting moment, Gu Xiaotang felt a longing for the Harbin Municipal Cultural Troupe.
Director He, standing nearby, was practically dumbfounded. If Meng Yingying continued talking, he was afraid that Gu Xiaotang would also have to stay in the Harbin Municipal Cultural Troupe in the future.
If that's the case, the Harbin Municipal Cultural Troupe has really hit the jackpot.
Two of these geniuses, who would be highly sought after even in the capital, suddenly appeared in their small unit.
If outsiders knew this, they'd be incredibly envious.
Gu Xiaotang's body couldn't withstand such a long journey, and she soon began to feel drowsy.
Seeing that she was asleep, Meng Yingying gently shushed He Chang, "Aunt He, she's asleep."
He nodded and left the sleeper car, walking out to the corridor outside.
She asked in a low voice, "Yingying, you plan to bring Gu Xiaotang to the Harbin garrison. What will you do with him afterward?"
Meng Yingying didn't hide anything, "Let her stay in my old dormitory first. If she doesn't want to, she can stay at my house."
“Just let him recuperate like that. Don’t our team often go up the mountain for training and data collection? I plan to have Xiao Tang go up the mountain with these people first, hang out with them, and improve his physical fitness.”
Director He paused for a moment, then asked, "You're not letting her continue dancing?"
"Don't rush into dancing," Meng Yingying said slyly. "Let her get to know our Harbin forest farm, the mountains, and the silly roe deer first."
"Once she calms down, I'll get her into our stationed cultural troupe."
Thinking about this, she couldn't help but laugh. "She'll be our little teacher in the arts troupe."
Let Gu Xiaotang, this genius, teach a bunch of piglets.
Just thinking about it makes me want to have fun.
If Gu Xiaotang gets annoyed by Ye Yingtao and her group, he might just have a chance to survive.
After all, she shouldn't have to suffer this anger alone, right?
In addition, in terms of basic skills, Gu Xiaotang is actually much more professional and solid than her.
After all, Gu Xiaotang is a student of the National Ballet of China, and she has been studying there since she was a child. No matter how utilitarian the National Ballet of China may have been before.
It is undeniable that this unit has first-class resources, not to mention that it has won awards for ten consecutive years.
To survive in the hands of the perverted Lin Rujuan and meet her demands.
To be honest, Gu Xiaotang has far more formal basic skills than her. Moreover, she learned the basic dance skills of this era.
Therefore, Gu Xiaotang is more suitable than her to teach the members of the Harbin Cultural Troupe.
Upon hearing this, Director He exclaimed in shock, "You little fox, this is killing several birds with one stone!"
Meng Yingying smiled slyly, "We also need to find something for Xiao Tang to do, so he doesn't keep acting like he's half-dead. Look at our Harbin resident cultural troupe, there's a bunch of idiots who aren't even thinking about being half-dead."
Everyone just drifts through each day, and they're quite happy.
People don't need to be tense all the time.
This is exactly what Meng Yingying wants to teach Gu Xiaotang. This is something that simply cannot be taught in the capital. She has been to the capital, whether it is the Capital Song and Dance Troupe or the Central Ballet Troupe.
The environment inside is always tense, putting people under constant pressure.
This environment is not suitable for recuperating.
However, the Harbin Municipal Cultural Troupe is a suitable fit.
After hearing this, Director He murmured, "You are so good to Gu Xiaotang."
He was always thinking of Gu Xiaotang.
Meng Yingying remained silent for a while, then murmured, "Aunt He, Xiao Tang had a very hard life before, and I want her to be happier in the future."
Gu Xiaotang, who was sleeping on her sleeper berth and had just woken up, heard these words. With her eyes closed, two tears slid down her cheeks, and she silently called out, "Senior Sister."
Director He was speechless. She patted Meng Yingying on the shoulder, just as Meng Yingying thought she was about to say something touching.
Chang He suddenly changed the subject, "Yingying, could I send the students from the provincial song and dance troupe to Harbin as well, so that Xiao Tang can mentor them?"
Whether you're herding one sheep or ten sheep, it's all the same.
This is exactly what is meant by "where there is a will, there is a way," truly meaning that no one gets up early without a reason.
Meng Yingying thought for a moment, "I don't object, but I can't make the decision about Aunt He. You need to talk to Commander Fang."
Director He thought about it and agreed, "If you don't object, I'll go back and talk to Commander Fang."
A treasure has arrived at the Harbin troupe, and their provincial song and dance troupe also wants to take advantage of it.
Otherwise, she feels uncomfortable all over.
Harbin Municipal Cultural Troupe
Commander Fang was on the phone. "You mean Yingying won the Red Star Cup?"
"They even managed to seduce a prodigy from the National Ballet of China?"
"Great, great, they're all here! Our cultural troupe will definitely welcome them."
"Yang Jie, don't worry, I'll take good care of these two children. They're coming home; do you think I'd let them be bullied here?"
Yang Jie on the other end was almost laughing in exasperation. "Commander Fang, I'm just temporarily leaving these two children with the Harbin-based cultural troupe, not having them stay there from now on."
Commander Fang ignored him, saying, "Is there a difference? Once you come to my house, you're one of my children."
"Okay, okay, Yang Jie, I know you're busy, I'll hang up now."
The hanging was done quickly and neatly, as if afraid that Yang Jie would change her mind, so Meng Yingying and Gu Xiaotang were sent back to the capital.
Commander Fang hung up the phone and then excitedly rubbed his hands together.
Coach Zhao looked over. "What's wrong?"
Commander Fang briefly explained the situation and then gave instructions, "Old Zhao, go and prepare the dormitory first. I remember that the dormitory Yingying stayed in before was quite good. Have Ye Yingtao and Lin Qiu prepare the beds. When Gu Xiaotang comes, he will most likely stay in this dormitory."
"I'm going to go and have a chat with Commander Chen now."
Their Harbin-based cultural troupe is about to rise to prominence!
Coach Zhao has also calmed down. "I'll go prepare now."
"If Gu Xiaotang doesn't want to stay in the dormitory, she can stay with me."
It's clear that Coach Zhao values talent.
Commander Fang shook his head. "She won't live with you. If she does, she'll live with Yingying."
At this point, she smiled meaningfully, "I just don't know if Commander Qi is willing."
After giving his instructions, Commander Fang went to discuss the matter with Division Commander Chen.
After hearing this, Commander Chen was also surprised. "This Xiao Meng is indeed remarkable."
"I've approved the cultural troupe's allowance for this month. Go and get everyone new clothes."
"In addition, for Xiao Meng's efforts to bring honor to the team, the team is preparing a separate reward for her."
This was precisely the purpose of Commander Fang's visit, and she immediately nodded, "Alright."
After leaving Commander Chen's office, she happened to run into Qi Donghan, who was there to report to Commander Chen.
After taking two steps, Commander Fang turned back and teased him, "Commander Qi, you're really lucky."
"Others get rich because their husbands are successful, but you get rich because your wife is successful."
Qi Donghan, “?”
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