After returning, Xiao Rong'er's first task was to write the interview report from today and attach the photos she had taken.
While writing, Xiao Rong'er wiped away tears countless times. She couldn't help it; the impact she experienced today was immense.
She had never imagined life could be so difficult for people with disabilities. It made sense, though; she had lived a life of ease since childhood.
Having never interacted with impoverished people, Xiao Rong'er had no clear understanding of the disabled community before this interview.
Her state today was excellent. She finished a manuscript of over ten thousand characters in less than two hours. Satisfied, she sent the manuscript to the editor-in-chief.
Character is revealed in times of danger. Xiao Rong'er was very pleased with her writing about the path of re-employment for people with disabilities.
There was no need for embellishment; it was all based on real events. She only needed to recount what she had seen and heard today.
Xiao Rong'er was certain that her article would resonate.
In this society, one Zhang Ji Canned Food Factory is too small. We need more 'Zhang Tianxing' to join this team.
Only then can we alleviate the burden on society and the nation.
After finishing the manuscript, Xiao Rong'er felt a bit hungry. She remembered the manuscript she had promised the editor-in-chief.
Xiao Rong'er thought to herself, a snack, a drink, and a late-night movie at the cinema would be wonderful.
She acted on her thoughts. Life is short; one shouldn't deny oneself simple pleasures.
Xiao Rong'er went to the cinema alone. "Boss, what's the next showing?"
"Ji Shengsheng's 'The King of Tragedy'."
This seemed to be a new movie invested in by Tianxing Investment Company. She decided to watch it tonight.
Xiao Rong'er directly chose tonight's show.
"Alright, then 'The King of Tragedy' it is. One ticket, please!"
"I'm sorry, beauty, all tickets are sold out."
Xiao Rong'er was a bit surprised to hear the tickets were sold out. This was the kind of reception a hit movie received. It was only the third day since its release, and it seemed the movie's overall box office would be good.
She could ask Zhang Tianxing to treat her to a meal then. She could also legitimately interview Zhang Tianxing tomorrow.
Zhang Tianxing, I'm realizing now, there are so many things that attract me to you. What is it you can't do?
However, Xiao Rong'er was eager to see how this movie was. Since it was invested in by Tianxing Investment Company, Xiao Rong'er definitely had to contribute to its box office success.
Xiao Rong'er looked around, hoping to see someone returning tickets. Would she really not be able to watch this movie tonight?
As 'The King of Tragedy' was about to begin, Xiao Rong'er's expression grew somber.
Damn it, not a single ticket was returned. This was too much; she couldn't find a ticket.
Just as Xiao Rong'er was about to leave, a couple walked in holding movie tickets.
The woman was lecturing the man, "Today is our date, and look at the movie you chose, 'The King of Tragedy.' I have no desire to watch it. I want to see that one."
The man nodded and walked directly to the counter. "I'd like to return these tickets and exchange them for two tickets for the movie '甲方yi方' (Jiǎfāng Yīfāng)."
"Sorry, all tickets are non-refundable once the movie starts."
Hearing this, the man was almost in despair. His face fell. These two tickets represented half a month's living expenses.
Seeing this, Xiao Rong'er asked, "What movie tickets do you have? Are they for 'The King of Tragedy'?"
The man nodded. "You want them?"
Xiao Rong'er handed over the money. "Give me the tickets. I'll take one."
Before the man could even collect the money, someone else nearby also handed over money. "Perfect, give me one too."
The man, who was unsure how to handle the tickets, took the money and handed over the tickets.
"Perfect, you each get one. Thank you."
He turned to the boss. "Give me two tickets for '甲方yi方' (Jiǎfāng Yīfāng)."
The money, which had only just warmed his hands, was now in the boss's possession.
Xiao Rong'er didn't have time to worry about these things. She just wanted to see how the movie was.
She was curious. She trusted Zhang Tianxing's judgment, whether it was the success of the crayfish, the re-release of A Chinese Odyssey, or his timely intervention when she was in trouble.
Xiao Rong'er realized she might be infatuated. Now, from any perspective, Zhang Tianxing seemed perfect. Her previously firm belief that no one is perfect, and no gold is pure, had been severely challenged.
At this moment, Zhang Tianxing, in Xiao Rong'er's eyes, was the Omega from heaven; every action was flawless.
As the movie began, Xiao Rong'er was quickly immersed in the plot.
When Ji Shengsheng tirelessly pursued his dream, Xiao Rong'er wept uncontrollably.
Fate had been too unfair to Yin Tianchou. He only sought his ideals; because he was an ordinary person, he was repeatedly ignored.
Despite immense effort, he was battered and bruised by reality.
Yet, even so, Yin Tianchou did not give up on his dream. He persisted. Gold will always shine.
I will exchange ninety-nine failures for the hundredth opportunity.
Life does not end, nor does the struggle.
The starlight will not betray those who press onward; all efforts will be rewarded.
Yin Tianchou was no longer just an extra. He became a character with lines, moving step by step towards his dream.
And along the way, he found his love, achieving both career and love.
Seeing this, Xiao Rong'er remembered the disabled people she interviewed during the day, who, despite living in darkness, still yearned for the light.
They were mired in mud, yet they did not give up; they were living their lives with effort.
However, their efforts alone were insufficient to change their circumstances. They needed benefactors in their lives.
The benefactors for those 166 disabled people were Zhang Tianxing and Fang Youliang, whose initiative and leadership led to this.
It was only through their efforts that the 166 families saw the dawn of hope.
Xiao Rong'er now understood Zhang Tianxing a little better. "As Heaven maintains its vigor, a gentleman should constantly strive for self-improvement."
"Life is fraught with dissatisfaction; strive diligently in the coming days."
That night, Xiao Rong'er lay awake, unable to sleep. That night, 'The King of Tragedy' became a massive hit.
Xiao Rong'er hardened her resolve. Since she couldn't sleep anyway, why not write a film review?
Tianxing Investment Company, how much money do you intend to make? Your foresight is truly incredible.
Combining her own feelings, Xiao Rong'er felt that most people were ordinary. This movie was undoubtedly about ordinary people refusing to accept their current situation.
It's about ordinary people dedicating their sweat and effort to their dreams. In the prime of their youth, why not go all out?
Will it be a bicycle turning into a motorcycle, or the bicycle falling into the river?
Sprawling and unfettered, Xiao Rong'er produced another lengthy manuscript of over ten thousand characters. Seeing the words, she smiled.
She hadn't worked this hard in a long time. For herself, for Zhang Tianxing, for the disabled welfare cause, and for the box office of 'The King of Tragedy'.
Xiao Rong'er checked for typos and then sent it to the editor-in-chief.
Stretching lazily, Xiao Rong'er wondered what Zhang Tianxing was doing at this moment. She picked up her phone countless times, wanting to dial the number she knew by heart, but ultimately didn't.
She felt these two articles were the best she had ever written, but she wasn't sure if they would meet the editor-in-chief's expectations.