Good news quickly spread. Sister Dou, the editor-in-chief, proved herself to be a decisive and capable woman.
Upon seeing the manuscript, Sister Dou was astounded. Xiao Rong'er's writing had improved significantly. I had only asked her to follow a trend, but this girl had written an emotional piece for me.
Sister Dou picked up the phone and dialed directly. "Rong'er, my dear young lady, can you please try to curb your literary pretentiousness?"
Her words completely confused Xiao Rong'er. "Why am I pretentious?" she asked. "Editor-in-chief, what's wrong? Where have I been pretentious?"
Hearing Xiao Rong'er's question, Editor-in-chief Sister Dou chuckled. "Is your report a bit exaggerated? Is the life of disabled people really that miserable? This isn't some remote mountain village!"
Hearing the editor-in-chief's indignant roar, Xiao Rong'er moved the phone slightly away from her ear. Once the voice had quieted down, she said seriously, "Sister Dou, I am a journalist. I am presenting my conclusions from an objective and neutral standpoint. I am not singing praises; I am simply telling the truth."
Sister Dou hung up the phone. Hearing is one thing, seeing is believing. She decided to go and see for herself.
After a day of investigation, she returned in silence. The sights and sounds of the day had shocked her.
She immediately made the decision to publish it as is, believing it would spark a significant social discussion.
What is the future for disabled people? If they don't work, how can they support their families? And with their disabilities, how can they find work?
Sister Dou firmly believed that once this article was released, it would cause an uproar. As a conscientious media professional, she felt it was her duty to voice such public sentiment immediately.
If there were any errors, she was willing to bear any responsibility.
However, the situation escalated faster than Sister Dou had anticipated.
First, the Zhonghai Daily dedicated a special section to promoting the achievements of disabled people and showcasing exemplary cases of their re-employment.
Xiao Rong'er's report was featured prominently within this section.
It generated widespread discussion in the media and captured public attention.
Countless newspapers followed suit, and the Huaxia People's Daily also published a featured commentary.
It urged that the re-employment of disabled people should not be a mere formality, and called upon all sectors of society to contribute their efforts, so that disabled individuals would not have to live in dire straits.
This report deeply moved countless disabled people. Who knew the hardships they endured? Who spoke out for them?
Now, the focus of society was finally on them. They didn't ask for much, just an opportunity to work, a chance to earn a living.
Then they too could earn their bread through honest labor. Before this, they had faced too many disdainful glances and heard countless times, "Sorry, there are no suitable job openings for you here."
They did not want to be a burden to their families; they wanted to be the pillars of their households.
Some of them were already the pillars of their families.
Even with their disabilities, they dragged their impaired bodies to find work.
Often, all their efforts were aimed at mere survival.
Even the Huaxia People's Daily had reported on this. It seemed that the employment of disabled people had become a key social issue.
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In his office, Fang Youliang read the report and couldn't help but exclaim, "Excellent! If there were more people like this, how could Huaxia's progress be hindered?"
If entrepreneurs in society had just a bit more social responsibility, the entire society would undergo earth-shattering changes.
When everyone shares this consensus, a small step for individuals becomes a giant leap for our entire society.
Fang Youliang was deeply impressed by the article. Upon seeing the byline, he chuckled, "So it was Xiao Rong'er, that young girl. I didn't expect her to do such a good job."
In the Chen family of Shengjing, Father Chen saw the report in the Zhonghai Daily and let out a sigh of relief. After a moment of contemplation, he said to Chen Zhilong, "Long'er, don't make a move against that Zhang Tianxing yet. The public opinion is currently with Zhang Tianxing. Anything we do now will be seen as wrong."
He placed the newspaper on the table. Chen Zhilong was stunned. What was going on? He frowned as he looked at the newspaper his father had placed on the table.
I hate reading and studying. The old man put the newspaper here for me to look at. What's happening? What is this news? Isn't this the trap we dug for Zhang Tianxing? It seems Zhang Tianxing has fallen into it.
"Old man, is Zhang Tianxing about to collapse soon? The newspaper reported he's taken in a hundred and sixty-six people. How will he survive that?" Chen Zhilong said excitedly.
Hearing his son's words, Father Chen slapped the table and berated him angrily, "You only know how to play around all day! Look at what you've done. Now, we haven't even caught the chicken, and we've ended up covered in mud."
Chen Zhilong listened, confused. "Didn't we succeed? In a couple of days, I'll find someone to deal with him!" Chen Zhilong had great confidence in his friends and believed that dealing with Zhang Tianxing would be simple.
"Are you crazy? We cannot touch Zhang Tianxing during this period because the employment of disabled people is now a major social issue. Zhang Tianxing has taken the lead in this matter, so we cannot move against him now. He has become a pioneer in the re-employment of disabled people."
He hadn't expected this Zhang Tianxing to be so formidable. He had managed to throw out such a bombshell in such a short amount of time.
This kid is trying to forge a golden body. If he succeeds, then in this vast world, no one will be Zhang Tianxing's match.
Chen Zhilong became anxious upon hearing this. What was going on? Everything was according to plan, proceeding in an orderly fashion. Why were they giving up on attacking Zhang Tianxing?
Father Chen said with the tone of a father disappointed in his son's lack of ambition, "With Zhang Tianxing at the forefront of this issue, he has certainly caught the eye of the higher-ups. Therefore, not only must we not touch Zhang Tianxing, but we must also facilitate his endeavors."
What is this? Chen Zhilong thought for a long time but couldn't understand. He had kindly approached Zhang Tianxing for cooperation, intending to usher Zhang Tianxing into a golden age of rapid development.
After all, for someone of his status, there were many people who wanted to cooperate with him, but Chen Zhilong simply didn't choose to.
Chen Zhilong had very high standards. He was a famous descendant of a prominent family and believed that whatever he did had to be dignified. He wouldn't stoop for a little money; it wasn't worth it. If the money was substantial, he might consider it.
He was a man destined for great things and couldn't stoop to the level of common folk.
However, he never expected that this Zhang Tianxing would have some skills and know how to build momentum. But this matter couldn't be left at that. Anyone who dared to disrespect Chen Zhilong would definitely regret it.
Seeing the unresigned look on Chen Zhilong's face, Father Chen said calmly, "Don't compete for short-term gains. There will be plenty of time in the future. Once this matter blows over, you can do with him as you please."
Hearing his father's words, Chen Zhilong responded with a "yes." Fine, he'd let that kid have his fun for a few days. Once the heat died down, he would definitely make him pay.