CHAPTER 635: 【629】ORPHAN’S COUNTERATTACK 98 (2ND UPDATE)

The next day, Zhou Mo took Zhou Yiyi to CCTV, yes, you read that right, it really was CCTV, and it was also Zhou Yiyi’s first time at the Central Television Station.

Zhou Mo led her straight to the floor where the CCTV-10 Science and Education Channel was located, and a host she was not very familiar with, Liu Zhen Dong, greeted them with enthusiasm.

"We have a science and education film about computers here that will require your commentary. As for the interview, it will be in the afternoon. You’ll need to go to the general channel CCTV1 for a more professional interview. Our morning will just be an interspersed interview in the style of a science education film."

After Liu Zhen Dong finished explaining their schedule for the day, he took Zhou Mo to the studio, leaving Zhou Yiyi in the back with coffee, feeling bored. Without a work pass, they couldn’t just wander around aimlessly, which was quite dull.

Zhou Mo had already signed an exclusive contract with Qing University and confirmed the interview with them, so his introduction included the professional title granted by Qing University.

The so-called Science and Education Channel, which I’m sure many of you watch regularly, has some great shows like "Hundred Families Interview" and various archaeology programs.

Someone of Zhou Mo’s level was entirely qualified to stand there and receive any form of interview or commentary.

They spent the whole morning there and even went with Liu Zhen Dong to sample the CCTV cafeteria’s food at noon. It was much more upscale than they had imagined, and they encountered many celebrities, especially the famous host Gao Xing whom they were due to meet in the afternoon. He was a well-known figure in Hua Country, and if he were to interview Zhou Mo, it would overshadow all other so-called mainstream media. After all, the authority of CCTV as a father figure was there for all to see, and who could compete?

It was unclear whether Gao Xing had previously researched them, but when he saw Zhou Yiyi, he seemed very interested in both Zhou Mo and her.

"I wonder if the two of you could be interviewed together? After all, Miss Zhou is also a well-known rising star in the calligraphy world. I often hear industry insiders praise you, saying if you were to focus on this field, your accomplishments would not be inferior to what you’ve achieved in computer science!"

At this, Zhou Yiyi jokingly looked at Gao Xing.

"Thank you for your praise. However, appearing on such a serious show as myself, would it be appropriate?"

"Don’t worry. As a leading figure of the young generation, Mr. Zhou has given up everything to return to the country to teach, which in itself is a great deed. We’ve also seen the rumors circulating online recently. Even the president of Qing University thought about coming to CCTV to help speak out. It was unexpected for Mr. Zhou to come by himself; we’re quite surprised since we’ve already had several contacts before but never successfully negotiated due to timing. So today’s interview is not about whitewashing but rather allowing more people to get to know you. Otherwise, the baseless attacks online could cover up the truth and lead to negative effects."

The situation had escalated to an absurd point by now. Lin Mu had not responded, and Zhou Mo knew very well that he was waiting for him, or rather, it was an indirect way of petulantly retaliating. Zhou Mo found this both laughable and exasperating. Working on his temper was never his thing, and now, even if he wanted to keep a low profile, it seemed impossible.

Zhou Mo had brought a suit with him, but Yiyi hadn’t, as she initially hadn’t anticipated being interviewed.

The CCTV staff were about to find one for her when she mentioned she had one in her car, so she went downstairs to choose the right outfit from her own space.

Over the years in M Country, she had bought many formal outfits. She put on a sharp Chanel suit, donned a long down coat, stepped into high heels, and headed back upstairs. After that, both of them went into the makeup room and came out looking entirely transformed.

Having drunk spiritual spring water for years, Zhou Yiyi’s skin was exceptionally good, so good that she didn’t even need makeup to look fair and beautiful, and carried a naturally unique charm. Even the makeup artist was full of praise for her skin. She only applied eye makeup and eyebrows, skipping foundation altogether—a testament to how much money and pollution she saved.

Today, the couple both wore black suits with white shirts, except Zhou Yiyi wore a skirt with black tights and heels, her makeup evident of a professional, assertive woman. Once the lights hit her and her wavy hair was styled, she looked as if she had undergone a revolutionary change.

Zhou Mo saw his wife made up so rarely that it dazzled him today because it contrasted with her normally gentle persona.

Zhou Yiyi said with a smile, "I rarely dress like this. When I’m abroad at school, I wear casual clothes, and when I return home to teach, it’s the same. But today the occasion is quite serious, so I..."

"You look beautiful, and it suits you. Sometimes, you can afford to be a bit more assertive."

Zhou Mo patted her hand, his eyes full of encouragement and amazement, while Zhou Yiyi smiled shyly.

After both settled down on the sofa, host Gao Xing came over.

The official interview required an opening statement and self-introduction. They only mentioned their roles as teachers at Tsinghua, but the host introduced their identities in greater detail.

Then came a long segment about computer science academics and future development directions. Zhou Yiyi hailed from the future, naturally holding her own unique insights and academic research, or else how could she have earned her Ph.D. and graduated successfully?

The interview lasted a total of 40 minutes; the opening five minutes were introductory, the next 25 minutes focused on the professional field, and the remaining ten touched on the recent rumors circulating online. Zhou Mo explained those rumors as follows.

"My fiancée, I, and Lin Mu grew up as childhood friends. After Yiyi’s parents passed away at an early age, the Lin Family took her in as foster parents. Our engagement was also organized with the Lins acting as her family. And as for why Lin Mu and I had a fight, it was due to many work issues—I was so busy that I couldn’t be contacted, which led to Yiyi getting sick without me by her side to care for her. Her uncle got angry enough to act, but it was nowhere near as bad as what the internet has made it out to be. Because of that incident, Lin Mu didn’t attend our engagement ceremony, something I deeply regret. However, I can assure everyone that the relationship between me and my future brother-in-law will be resolved by us personally; there’s no need for anyone else to worry."

"Lin Mu is a very talented and dedicated actor who has been doing charity work for years. This incident has hurt him greatly, so I hope everyone can speak rationally and not cause harm with baseless accusations. After all, when an avalanche occurs, no snowflake is innocent. As for my fiancée, we have been in love for eight years and are about to get married, so please be kind with your words."

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