Chapter 246 The Isolated Island (The End)
As the days flowed by peacefully, Ji Wanqing's guild operations gradually got on track, and she herself shifted more from the forefront to behind-the-scenes management and brand collaborations.
However, the stability of popularity did not keep the controversies away.
One day, an incident maliciously orchestrated by a competitor quietly unfolded.
A new streamer under the guild was maliciously taken out of context during a live stream and edited into a video that portrayed her as "disrespectful to her seniors and climbing the ranks through connections." The online trolls then joined in, stirring up a storm of controversy, attacking not only the new streamer but also Ji Wanqing, the guild's owner, and questioning her management skills and the guild's atmosphere.
The incident caused an uproar.
Ji Wanqing tried to contact the platform and issue a clarification announcement, but with little effect.
The promising new streamer had a mental breakdown and almost wanted to give up his streaming career.
A tense atmosphere permeated the guild.
Although Ji Wanqing has weathered many storms, this incident involves the entire guild and the brand she has painstakingly built, putting her under unprecedented pressure.
During those days, she always had a furrowed brow, dealing with public relations crises on the computer until late at night, and was even distracted while eating.
Pei Yu noticed her anxiety.
He didn't offer the usual verbal comfort like "Don't think too much" or "It will pass," or try to distract her with gifts.
He knew all too well the effort and passion Ji Wanqing had poured into this career.
That evening, as Ji Wanqing sighed again at the screen full of malicious comments, Pei Yu walked into the e-sports room with a glass of warm milk and placed it beside her.
"Is the situation complicated?" He pulled up a chair and sat down next to her.
Ji Wanqing rubbed her temples and told him the general situation, her tone full of helplessness.
"The clarification announcement has been issued, and the evidence has been posted, but the other side's online trolls are too powerful, and it's easy for casual observers to be misled. The key issue is that this kind of malicious slander is too much of a blow to a newcomer. I'm afraid she won't be able to handle it, even though she clearly has a lot of potential..."
Pei Yu listened quietly, his fingers tapping lightly on the table, a habitual gesture when he was thinking.
After a while, he spoke, his tone as calm as ever.
"Public opinion fermentation is sometimes like a kind of mass infection, and emotional remarks are the virus, while truth and logic are the antibodies. The problem now is that the production and spread of antibodies cannot keep up with the replication of the virus."
He used his familiar medical expertise as an analogy, which instantly gave the overwhelmed Ji Wanqing a glimmer of understanding.
"Then... Dr. Pei, in your opinion, how should it be treated?" she asked, half jokingly and half seriously.
Pei Yu pushed up his gold-rimmed glasses, revealing a sharp and clear gaze behind the lenses.
"Find the source, that is, the source of the initial malicious editing and dissemination, obtain conclusive evidence, and at the same time, let the public see something more authentic and convincing."
He did not remain at the theoretical level.
Over the next two days, Ji Wanqing discovered that Pei Yu was no longer just reading medical literature during his rest time, but had begun to study the patterns of online information dissemination. He even contacted a legal friend who specialized in online public opinion analysis and electronic evidence preservation through connections.
He didn't directly interfere with Ji Wanqing's work, but instead clearly and systematically relayed his analytical and organized thoughts, as well as the professional advice provided by his legal friend, to her.
He helped her identify several key points.
First, establish a solid chain of evidence against the other party for malicious editing and hiring online trolls.
Secondly, we should guide public opinion to focus on the new streamer's actual live streaming status and efforts, and use continuous and positive content output to counteract negative information.
Third, prepare a well-written and legally authoritative statement.
With Pei Yu's calm analysis and support, Ji Wanqing and her team readjusted their strategy.
Instead of passively putting out fires everywhere, they concentrated their firepower, first releasing the complete, unedited live stream recording, providing concrete evidence of the other party's malicious editing.
Next, Ji Wanqing personally stepped forward and, in a frank and powerful manner, recounted the difficulties of discovering and nurturing new talent, and demonstrated the atmosphere of unity and mutual assistance within the guild.
Finally, the solemn statement citing relevant legal provisions directly deterred the masterminds behind the scenes.
Truth and confidence are the best weapons.
Public opinion quickly reversed, with previously misled netizens turning against the newcomer. The new streamer regained confidence thanks to this unwavering support, and her performance during the live stream was even better than before.
On the night the storm subsided, Ji Wanqing leaned against Pei Yu's chest, looked at the supportive and apologetic comments online, and breathed a long sigh of relief.
“Dr. Pei.” She looked up at him, her eyes sparkling with relief and admiration.
"I've discovered that your expertise can not only save lives, but also kill viruses."
Pei Yu lowered his head and kissed the top of her head, his tone carrying a hint of arrogance.
“Analyzing the cause of the illness and prescribing the right medicine is a doctor’s instinct.” He paused, then hugged her tighter. “Now, protecting you and everything you care about is also my instinct.”
Ji Wanqing smiled, and all the gloom vanished.
She deeply realized that her Mr. Pei was not only the warm sunshine in her life, but also the most stable and reliable pillar in her career.
He may not often say sweet words, but his actions always made Ji Wanqing feel at ease.
Several years later, on an ordinary weekend, the sun shone brightly and a gentle breeze swept through the Pei family's tranquil manor.
Under the grapevines, a long wooden dining table is filled with exquisite home-style dishes, creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere.
Ji's mother and Pei's mother sat side by side, chatting casually with smiles on their faces.
Pei's father and Pei Yu stood a little further away, chatting about their recent work and the newly planted fruit trees in the manor, their gazes occasionally lingering tenderly in the direction of their family.
Ji Wanqing sat in the chair that Pei Yu had pulled out for her earlier, with a thin blanket he had brought her earlier draped over her.
Pei Yu had just finished serving food to her and her mother, and was now carefully removing the bones from a plate of steamed fish, naturally placing the tenderest fish meat onto the plate in front of her.
"Eat more." His voice was deep and gentle, as always. "You don't seem to have much of an appetite lately."
Ji Wanqing smiled, a sly glint in her eyes.
She ate the fish meat he had prepared in small bites; it tasted delicious and had no fishy smell at all, which soothed her stomach, which had been a bit picky lately.
After the meal, the two families took a walk along the gravel paths of the estate to digest their food.
The setting sun painted the horizon a warm orange-red, casting a soft glow on everyone's figures.
Pei Yu held Ji Wanqing's hand tightly the whole time.
As they walked, Ji Wanqing gently tugged at Pei Yu's hand, signaling him to slow down.
The two lagged a few steps behind the others.
"Pei Yu." She stopped and looked up at him, her cheeks glowing softly in the sunset, her eyes brimming with clear happiness and a touch of playfulness. "Our family may be getting a new member."
Pei Yu stopped in his tracks, and unconsciously tightened his grip on her hand.
He turned to look at her abruptly, and his usually calm and composed eyes were suddenly filled with a huge surge of emotion—surprise and disbelief, which was then replaced by overwhelming joy and a deeper tenderness.
"You mean..." His voice was slightly hoarse, and his gaze involuntarily fell on her still flat stomach.
"Mmm." Ji Wanqing nodded vigorously, a smile blooming on her face like the warm sun in full bloom. "I just took the test this morning... I was planning to give everyone a surprise at the family gathering today."
The elders walking ahead noticed that they had stopped and turned around.
Ji Wanqing smiled, raised her voice, and announced the good news to everyone, "Dad, Mom! Our family is going to have a new member!"
In an instant, the silence was broken, and cheers and blessings filled the entire manor.
Ji's mother and Pei's mother walked back excitedly, their faces full of joy, and held Ji Wanqing's hands, giving her many instructions.
A very relaxed smile appeared on Pei's father's face.
Amidst the boisterous joy, Pei Yu stretched out his long arms and tightly embraced Ji Wanqing.
His chin gently rested on the top of her head, feeling the warmth of her body and the immense happiness brought by the new life that was growing inside her.
The afterglow of the setting sun cast long shadows of the embracing family of three, blending seamlessly with the tranquil beauty of the manor.
Peaceful times, enduring love.
This is what their future life will be like.
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