With the launch of the Xihong Zoo's live streaming business, the zoo's daily revenue once again reached a new height.
Calculating it, that's at least two hundred million a month. This terrifying earning potential is already comparable to some high-tech enterprises. Although the whole internet knows Xihong Zoo is making a lot of money, no one is jealous. It's not like they can learn how Xihong Zoo makes money.
More importantly, as the live streaming business of Xihong Zoo was booming, a commendation from the Dragon Country Daily also arrived. The subject of the commendation was none other than Xihong Zoo and Yang Lin. After this article titled "Twenty Years of Dragon Country's Animal Protection, the Transformation Path of Modern Zoos" was published by the Dragon Country Daily, Xihong Zoo once again became the focus of the entire network. The article listed the achievements made in animal protection in Dragon Country over the past 20 years and used the rapid development of Xihong Zoo as a case study. The entire article was full of praise, with particular emphasis on Yang Lin's indelible contributions to a series of animal protection incidents.
"Cousin, cousin, you're on the Dragon Country Daily, look!"
"Our zoo is also in the newspaper."
In the Xihong Zoo staff office, Chen Kexin excitedly ran to Yang Lin with a newspaper she had picked up from somewhere.
"You've really brought honor to our old Yang family, hehe."
Hearing Chen Kexin's proud words, Yang Lin couldn't help but give her a look.
"Your surname is Chen, not Yang. What do you mean 'our old Yang family'?"
"I'm not surnamed Yang, but my mom is! It's the same thing if you round it up."
With that, Chen Kexin grinned and moved closer.
"Cousin, it's almost Chinese New Year. What are our employee benefits this year? Don't tell me there aren't any."
"Also, we've made so much money this year, should we have a team-building event? I saw a luxury buffet at the newly opened five-star hotel in the city center, it's only 688 per person."
"After dinner, I think we can go to the water club next door to take a bath, play board games, sing songs, and things like that..."
Before Chen Kexin could finish her ideas, Yang Lin quickly interrupted her.
"Stop, stop, stop. You don't know how expensive things are until you're in charge of the household. Five-star luxury buffet, and a water club? I'll give each of you ten thousand yuan instead, okay?"
"That works too. Ten thousand yuan isn't a small amount," Chen Kexin nodded sincerely.
"Oh right, if we're not doing team building, we should at least have a year-end party. We're such a big company, the year-end party can't be too shabby. I want to post on my social media then."
"Year-end party? Now that you mention it, it does make some sense." Yang Lin nodded after some thought.
Seeing that Yang Lin was also interested in a year-end party, Chen Kexin immediately perked up.
"Then which hotel should we book, Silver Shield or Shangri-La? We need to decide quickly. It's the end of the year, if we don't book early, there won't be any spots."
Just as the siblings were discussing where to hold Xihong Zoo's first annual party, an employee rushed into the office.
"Director, someone is here to present you with an award again, go out and see!"
Hearing this, Yang Lin was stunned for a moment. In a blink of an eye, he reacted. If nothing unexpected happened, this award presenter should be from the Forest Public Security. When he arrived at the zoo entrance and saw the scene before him, he knew his guess was correct. Just like before, the scene at the entrance of Xihong Zoo was lively. Familiar faces were all present, and the most eye-catching were the police cars. There were more than a dozen police cars with license plates from Gui Xi and Qian Yang. Coupled with the groups of police officers in uniform, one might think it was some kind of cross-provincial joint arrest operation. Ordinary tourists would not dare to approach such a scene. When these people saw Yang Lin emerge, the originally noisy gongs and drums immediately stopped. The first to walk over was Director Nie from the Ningnan Forestry Bureau, who was previously familiar with Yang Lin. However, due to Yang Lin's contributions, he had now been promoted to deputy director level. Seeing Yang Lin approach, he acted as if he had seen a relative.
"Old Yang, congratulations! Today, the Forest Public Security, along with animal protection associations from Gui Xi and Qian Yang, are here to present you with an award."
He then introduced the people present to Yang Lin. As he said, these people included leaders from the Forest Public Security, leaders from the Animal Protection Association, and city leaders. Yang Lin couldn't remember who was who. However, this was not important to him.
"Director Yang, to express our gratitude, the Forest Public Security has specially prepared this plaque and this banner for you."
"In addition, we have also brought some things for you on behalf of the vast number of netizens."
After a leader whose name he forgot finished speaking, two police officers carried a plaque over. When they unveiled the red cloth on the plaque, the words "Forest Guardian" appeared before Yang Lin. Seeing these four words, he had no doubt that all the plaques before and after were custom-made by the same company, even the font was the same. Before he could recover from "Forest Guardian," more than ten banners from various sectors were presented one by one.
Friend of Animals
Nemesis of Evil
Save My Bear Life
Bear Paradise
Modern Great Druid
He could tolerate all of these, but how could there be a banner that read "Animalistic Nature"?
"Director Yang, please don't misunderstand. This banner was sent by a folk animal protection organization on our behalf. Their original intention was that although Director Yang appears human on the surface, he possesses a pure heart like that of an animal and always thinks of the animals."
"Is that what it means? 'Animalistic Nature' has become a positive term?"
"Yes, that's exactly what it means."
"Alright then."
As one banner after another was presented, Yang Lin was forced to take dozens of photos. He couldn't help it; every leader wanted to take a photo with him as material for news reports. His face was already stiff from smiling. After the photos were finally taken and the required procedures were completed, Yang Lin finally welcomed the most anticipated part.
"Director Yang, to commend your outstanding contributions, in addition to the plaque and banners just presented, we have also prepared a bonus of 200,000 yuan and some supplies to be donated to the animals."
"We will deliver these shortly."
Hearing this, Yang Lin finally smiled from the bottom of his heart. Just when he thought it was over, the unnamed leader spoke again.
"Furthermore, starting today, all nature reserves and scenic spots within Dragon Country will offer free admission to all employees of Xihong Zoo."
Yang Lin had clearly not expected such good news. Immediately, an idea popped into his mind.