"Li Mo, that crazy… uh, amazing training mentor?"
Wu Lingling paused slightly before correcting herself. Why was this guy here?
"It's probably because I've been in the news these past few days, and he saw it. I don't know how he managed it, but he got the number of our guesthouse. He called me late last night and said he'd come to see me today.
This guy is a real ghost on earth, he can get any information."
Wang Yu chuckled proudly, "Aren't I a celebrity now, appearing in the news repeatedly?"
"Yes, you're a celebrity who's being sanctioned by major domestic corporations, leading Island Nation to completely cut off engine supplies to our country. Now, you're famous for everyone only caring about their own interests and not about anyone else's life!"
Wu Lingling said to Wang Yu with annoyance. Recently, Wang Yu's news and reports have been frequently seen on television or radio, but unfortunately, they don't seem to be positive.
Most of it is various rumors and negative reports. Anyone with a brain would know that it's intentional!
"At least I'm famous," Wang Yu said with a smile.
"Forget it, rumors are incredibly powerful. Be careful that you won't have anywhere to reason with and will only end up crying alone in the toilet!"
Seeing Wang Yu's relaxed demeanor, Wu Lingling looked frustrated, as if he were not living up to her expectations.
This idiot, doesn't he know the power of rumors? They can turn black into white and white into black! Especially this kind of negative information, you can't explain it even if you had a thousand mouths!
"You talk as if you're good at reasoning..." Wang Yu muttered softly.
"What did you say?"
"I said, don't worry, I'll figure out a way to deal with the rumors."
Wang Yu smiled. How could he not know the power of rumors in this era?
This era is not like the future, where fame, good or bad, is traffic.
In this era without the internet or self-media, where information is obtained solely through television, radio, and print, many people's understanding is still very limited. Therefore, the power of rumors is enormous, and people believe any information they get from the media, no matter how absurd!
Once upon a time, quite a few excellent enterprises, including large state-owned units, were ultimately destroyed by rumors!
The saying "rumors are more fearsome than tigers" is not just a casual remark!
"You say you'll figure out a way? It sounds like you really have a plan. Once this momentum builds up, it's irreversible. Don't end up crying alone in a corner if it backfires, dragging me down with you."
Seeing Wang Yu seemingly unfazed, Wu Lingling could only shake her head helplessly.
Once this idiot makes up his mind, even nine bulls can't pull him back.
The problem is, after all, he's just a young man from a county town and hasn't experienced the power of rumors!
She didn't know where his confidence came from to fight against these rumors.
A look of worry appeared on Wu Lingling's face.
Wang Yu doesn't care, and the people under him are even more oblivious to the severity of the situation, reveling in their current achievements. They are truly ignorant and fearless! Alas!
As they were speaking, a group of people had already left the Hailan Grand Hotel and returned to the guesthouse where they were staying.
As soon as they reached the entrance, someone enthusiastically greeted them.
"My dearest friend, my soulmate and comrade-in-arms for life—Wang Yu!"
With an exaggerated, drawn-out, chuunibyou tone, an incredibly enthusiastic embrace followed.
The person who arrived was none other than Li Mo, who had appeared as if summoned.
He looked quite good, with a ruddy complexion and bright teeth, appearing healthy, unlike his disheveled and dejected state when they first met. A group of followers were behind him.
Moreover, he was dressed impeccably in a suit and tie, with his hair slicked back with pomade, exuding the air of a successful man... However, it was July, wasn't he hot?
Wang Yu curled his lips, broke free from Li Mo's embrace, and subtly shook his hand. After the hug, he had gotten his suit covered in sweat. This guy was clearly anxious.
"Let's talk in the room, no need to stand on the street."
Wang Yu smiled, told the people from the car factory to go about their business, and then, with Wu Lingling, he ushered Li Mo into their room.
They turned on the air conditioner… Yes, as a guesthouse in the provincial capital, there was air conditioning, but the quality was rather questionable, with a mediocre cooling effect and considerable noise.
"Li Mo, what wind blew you here?"
Wang Yu greeted Li Mo with a smile, finding it amusing to see him clearly relieved.
"You should at least take off your clothes. Are you trying to get prickly heat?"
Li Mo seriously shook his head at Wang Yu's teasing, "One must not act improperly. My speech and conduct are now role models for my subordinates and trainees, so I must lead by example."
"Fine, there's nothing to say to you chuunibyou."
Wang Yu sighed. This guy's ability was undeniable, but his chuunibyou mindset was truly outrageous, bordering on madness.
Every time he saw him, Wang Yu couldn't help but lament that thankfully this guy didn't grow a mustache or start painting… Cough cough!
"Wang Yu, I saw news about you on television when I was giving a series of lectures."
After the pleasantries, Li Mo got straight to the point, saying to Wang Yu,
"It seems you're not doing very well, and you're being attacked. But as the saying goes, 'The nail that sticks out gets hammered down,' and when someone excels, others will naturally criticize them. It's the same for me. Since I've gained a modest reputation, all sorts of people have criticized and slandered me. I..."
"Stop, stop."
Seeing that Li Mo was about to launch into another lengthy speech, Wang Yu quickly interrupted him, "I'll figure out my own small issues. You tell me your purpose first."
Were Wang Yu's issues small matters? Even Li Mo, an outsider, knew about the various rumors surrounding him, which indicated how severe they were!
No wonder Wu Lingling was so anxious. However, neither Wang Yu nor Li Mo seemed to care.
"Just tell me your purpose for coming. I didn't quite understand what you said on the long-distance call, so let's clarify it face-to-face."
Wang Yu said directly to Li Mo.
"It's very simple, my dear friend. I've come to seek sponsorship from you."
Li Mo finally spoke seriously, and he directly asked for money.
"Of course, it's not for myself, but for art!"
As Li Mo introduced himself, a tall, thin middle-aged man who had been silent behind him stepped forward and bowed slightly to Wang Yu.
"I am Zhao Hongxi, the head of the Guofeng Art Film Studio. We implore your help."