Free Web NovelChapter 1121: Chapter 456: When a Kitchen Novice Learns to Use an Air Fryer, Things Start Getting Out of Hand!
The person most reluctant to let go of the show is definitely Zeng Xiaoqi.
Ever since her first interview at Lin Ji’s Food, she came up with the idea of creating a food program.
She has been working towards this ever since, putting together the show with almost no budget.
Now that the show is ending, she naturally struggles with letting it go.
But upon reflection, ending the show before it gets tainted by commercial interests isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
Xiaowei was the first to reply:
"Senior, are we joining Joyful Media?"
"Yes, I’ve talked to Manager Chen. We’ll join Joyful Media to continue making food and travel programs. If you’re willing to come, prepare your resignation letters. If not, there’s no pressure."
Zeng Xiaoqi didn’t say much or try to be emotional; she simply stated her decision.
If everyone is willing to follow, then they will continue working together.
If not, she understands—as the television station is a stable choice with security.
However, as soon as she finished speaking...
"I’ll go with you. Just imagine if no one’s writing scripts and you end up secretly crying."
Xiaowei made her decision without any hesitation.
Soon, others followed with messages in the group chat:
"Without me doing the post-editing, I’m afraid the audience will cough watching the new show. I’m in!"
"And me, our production can’t function without my lighting!"
"I’m the only presentable photographer in the crew. I’m going too lest Manager Chen dislikes you all."
"And me, Xiaowei’s scripts are all brainstormed by me the planner, right?"
"Since joining Joyful Media, we need to delve deep into the internet world. Only I, Suisuizi, can manage that; I’ll join out of necessity. If Manager Chen dislikes you guys, I can plead on your behalf."
"..."
Everyone in the production crew decided to go with Zeng Xiaoqi.
The director Xiaowei and the operations lead Suisui even sang "Happy Breakup" to celebrate their departure from the television station.
Just as the atmosphere was lively, Geng Lishan, who rarely spoke in the group, chimed in:
"Wei girl, please pack my personal items tomorrow. I won’t go; too lazy to deal with those folks... Oh, and come to my place for lunch tomorrow to try my Noodles With Black Bean Sauce, even Lin Xiaoyou has praised it immensely."
Everyone became more excited after seeing the message.
Ahhhhh even Mr. Lishan expressed his stance, what is there to hesitate about?
Geng Lishan added:
"Additionally, the words I wrote for the show’s opening are a gift to the team. Now that there’s no show, I’ll pass them to Qi girl. You created Food Journey yourself; the words rightfully belong to you."
Zeng Xiaoqi didn’t expect Mr. Lishan to make such a decision, and felt immediately overwhelmed with emotion.
This is probably the most significant item for the entire production crew.
"Thank you, thank you Mr. Lishan."
"No need, just let Yan girl know—it’s getting colder, and I need an office space with sunlight where I can practice calligraphy on a bigger desk during breaks."
"Okay, okay, no problem Mr. Lishan, I’ll make sure to pass the message!"
After sending the message, Zeng Xiaoqi handed the phone to Chen Yan, who was sitting beside her.
Currently admiring the tender fish slices, Chen Yan took the phone, glanced at it, and murmured:
"Who would’ve thought that little Qiqi had such rallying power? What a shame not to join a pyramid scheme... Once these folks finish their onboarding, I’ll give each a 2000 yuan red envelope—oh, and about Mr. Lishan’s request, I’ll get him a large desk in the meeting room tomorrow."
Initially, Chen Yan planned to assign Geng Lishan a private office, but thinking it over, the reason he wanted to be at the television station was to blend with everyone.
A private office would be counterproductive, so it’s better to situate him in the open office space.
Surrounded by young people, it should boost his youthful mindset.
Chen Yan returned the phone to Zeng Xiaoqi and noticed a few pieces of glutinous rice lotus root had gone missing from the plate, so she grumbled:
"I’ve said countless times, don’t deal with business during meals... I missed out on a few good bites because of it."
Zeng Xiaoqi chuckled:
"Eating less is also fine, you can lose some weight as well; you seem to have gained several pounds."
Chen Yan: "!!!!!!!!"
Daring to speak to your boss like this—I reckon you’re aiming to clean the toilets, aren’t you?
Hmph, if there’s any disagreement in the small group next time and little Qiqi doesn’t help speak up, I’ll take it out on her!
In the kitchen, Lin Xu lifted the pot lid, releasing a rich fragrance.
Gently he turned over the scallion and ginger at the bottom with a bamboo spatula, mixing them with the fish pieces and sauce, ensuring the sauce coats the fish evenly.
Then he covered the pot again, turned the heat up to bring the bottom to a crisp, before stopping the heat.
The sizzling sounds from the pot were enticing.
Carrying the casserole to the dining room, Shen Jiayue quickly put down a heat pad in the center of the table.
Lin Xu placed the casserole down and opened the lid.
The rich aroma made everyone sniffle instinctively.
"Smells great!"
"Reminds me of eating sizzling pot in Yangcheng."
"Always thought catfish was quite fishy, didn’t expect it to smell this good once cooked."
Lin Xu set the lid aside, served himself a bowl of rice, and sat down next to Shen Jiayue:
"There are various kinds of catfish, some thrive in dirty water like walking catfish, others are Egyptian catfish, neither taste good. But this clean water catfish has thick skin and tender meat, delicious indeed."
