Chapter 34: Quick Transmigration: Film & Television Multiverse Chapter 34 — Discussion

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Protagonist:

Lin Hao

Song Jie returned to the Office; at this moment the Office was filled with a quiet Atmosphere, Sunlight fell on the floor through the windows, yet it could not bring a trace of Warmth to this stifling space.

The other Teachers had all gone to teach classes; only Zhang Xue'er remained, still lying on the desk crying.

Song Jie walked over on tiptoe, his heart full of pity. He gently patted Zhang Xue'er's Shoulder and said softly: "Teacher Zhang, I've already understood the Situation; crying like this won't solve the problem. How about we go find those few Parents who filed the Report/Complaint and talk it over? Maybe we can find a Method/Approach."

Upon hearing the words "Report/Complaint Parents," Zhang Xue'er immediately perked up. She quickly lifted her head; those two tear-filled red eyes stared straight at Song Jie and she said Urgently: "Do you know who reported me?"

Song Jie smiled faintly, revealing a hint of Proud/Self-satisfied expression, and said: "You're not unaware that Director Wang is my Uncle. I can still dig up this bit of news. Teacher Zhang, don't you worry; with me here, it'll be fine."

Although Zhang Xue'er disliked Song Jie's way of doing things — always relying on connections to get things done — right now it concerned her own career, so she couldn't care about that much anymore.

She hurriedly asked for details; Song Jie briefly related the Situation he had learned from Director Wang, then said he would help her contact those Parents so everyone could talk together in the Evening.

Zhang Xue'er Hesitated for a moment, then finally Agreed. She frowned slightly and said: "Teacher Song, then I'll trouble you. Hope this matter can have a good resolution."

Song Jie dialed Tian Yulan's Phone Call again, asking her to help make an Appointment with those few Parents who filed the Report/Complaint to come out and talk.

Tian Yulan didn't want to Offend Song Jie; after all, among her son's three main subject Teachers she had already Offended two; if she Offended another, her son might as well not go to School.

So she Agreed to Song Jie's request.

It just so happened that Mi Tao's mother was doing housework at Tian Yulan's Home; she overheard Tian Yulan and Song Jie's Phone Call and asked tremblingly whether it was about the matter of reporting Teacher Zhang Xue'er for giving Mi Tao Private Tutoring.

Tian Yulan didn't pay attention for a moment and was actually overheard by Mi Tao's mother. In her embarrassment turning to anger, she drove Mi Tao's mother away and even deducted a day's wages.

Mi Tao's mother looked full of Grievance and said: "Ms. Tian, you can't report Teacher Zhang; she's a good Teacher."

Tian Yulan said angrily: "You hurry up and leave; don't make Trouble here."

Through Song Jie's contact, in the Evening Zhang Xue'er and Song Jie sat together with Tian Yulan and several other Parents who filed the Report/Complaint in a private room of a Hotel.

For Zhang Xue'er's sake Song Jie could be said to have spared no expense; not only was the Hotel's grade not bad, the dishes ordered were also of considerable value.

After all, he also knew these Parents' family conditions were all pretty good; he couldn't lose face on etiquette.

Song Jie raised his red wine glass, wearing an ingratiating smile, and said to the Parents: "Today everyone sitting here, what matter everyone is also clear about; I won't beat around the bush. Whatever requirements you have, you can bring them up; please also let Teacher Zhang off the hook — after all, Teacher Zhang this also counts as Good Intention doing a bad thing."

The few Parents glanced at each other; Tian Yulan, because she had already coordinated with Song Jie, spoke up first with a smile: "Right right, whatever requirements everyone has can be said; problems ultimately have to be solved, right."

One Parent frowned and said: "We're also not unreasonable people, but Teacher Zhang doing it this way is indeed Unfair. Our children also need the Teacher's attention and guidance."

Another Parent chimed in: "Exactly; we spent so much money sending our kids to Cram School, yet Teacher Zhang gives Private Tutoring to someone else for free. How can we feel balanced in our hearts?"

Song Jie hurriedly said: "Various Parents, Teacher Zhang was also momentarily muddle-headed; she definitely won't do this again in the Future. Everyone give her a chance, okay?"

Zhang Xue'er also said sincerely: "Various Parents, I know I was wrong. In the Future I will strictly abide by the School's Regulations; I won't let this kind of thing happen again."

The few Parents had actually roughly discussed among themselves before entering the private room. After looking at each other, they still turned their gazes toward Tian Yulan. Their eyes carried a hint of Expectation and Hesitation, as if waiting for Tian Yulan to speak first.

Tian Yulan also understood their meaning; this still required her to be the one to stick her neck out. She sighed inwardly; no choice — who asked her to be the one who made the Appointment with the Parents.

She cleared her throat slightly, looked at Song Jie and Zhang Xue'er, and said: "We also discussed; since Teacher Zhang can give that child Private Tutoring, can you help our children with some tutoring too? Rest assured, we won't be like those parents from the countryside who don't know better; the Private Tutoring fees we'll pay all of them. We're also doing it for the children's studies; hope Teacher Zhang can understand our hearts as Parents."

The other few Parents also hurriedly Nodded and said: "Right right, Teacher Zhang, we're also thinking of the children's studies. Please help us out. We know you're a good Teacher; you definitely won't shortchange our children."

Hearing this, Zhang Xue'er waved her hands repeatedly in Refusal. Her face turned somewhat Anxious, and she said: "No no, this won't do; the School and the Education Bureau both have Regulations forbidding Teachers from running Cram Schools."

Zhang Xue'er knew in her heart: if she gave their children Private Tutoring, wouldn't that be confirming her guilt? At that time she might be fired.

Hearing Zhang Xue'er refuse, the few Parents' faces all looked unpleasant.

Their faces showed Disappointment and dissatisfaction.

One Parent frowned and said: "Teacher Zhang, how can you be so unfeeling? We're also doing it for the children's good."

Another Parent chimed in: "Exactly; you gave that child tutoring, why can't you give our children tutoring? That's too Unfair, isn't it?"

Seeing the scene get somewhat Chaotic, Song Jie hurriedly expressed Embarrassment to the few Parents.

He said with an apologetic face: "Various Parents, really sorry. Teacher Zhang probably has her concerns. Don't be angry; I'll take her out to discuss for a bit. See if we can find a better Method/Approach."

Finished speaking, Song Jie pulled Zhang Xue'er and walked out of the private room.

Outside the private room, Zhang Xue'er's face was full of worry; her eyes were full of Anxiety and Unease.

She looked at Song Jie, tone Urgent: "Teacher Song, I really can't give their children Private Tutoring. This absolutely won't do. I've already stirred up such big Trouble because of Private Tutoring; now I've even been suspended; if I make another mistake, my career might be completely ruined. I can't take this risk."

Song Jie, meanwhile, frowned, eyes full of contemplation; he paced while racking his brains on how to solve this problem. He said softly: "Teacher Zhang, don't be anxious for now. Think about it — the Education Bureau supports the School running Little Guardian Classes; isn't that just a disguised extension of students' time at School? Running a Cram School is definitely not allowed, but if we simply give the children Private Tutoring without charging any fees, then that's not running a Cram School, right? This way we can satisfy the Parents' demands and also not violate the School's Regulations. It might even resolve this Crisis."

Hearing Song Jie's words, Zhang Xue'er was still very Hesitant; she shook her head slightly and said: "But this time I didn't take any money from Mi Tao's family either; why did the School still deal with me? I just wanted to help Mi Tao improve her Grades/Scores; I never expected it would turn out like this."

Her eyes were full of confusion and Grievance, not understanding why she clearly acted out of Good Intention yet ended up with such an outcome.

Song Jie gave a Cunning/Sly smile and said: "That's because you accepted a Package, right? Although it was just steamed buns, others don't know that; it's easy to cause Misunderstanding. Teacher Zhang, you must pay attention to these Details in the Future. Don't worry; my Uncle is the Director — do you still not believe his words? I'll tutor the children together with you then; what are you afraid of? Would I harm myself?"

Hearing Song Jie's words, Zhang Xue'er still had some Hesitation; she wasn't sure this approach was really feasible. She frowned and said: "Teacher Song, can this really work? I still don't feel at ease. What if someone reports us again?"

Song Jie hurriedly comforted: "Teacher Zhang, don't be so pessimistic. This time I'm here; I'll help you keep watch. There won't be any more problems."

Zhang Xue'er sighed and said: "Alright then; let's think it over carefully; we must ensure absolute safety."

Song Jie Nodded and said: "Mm, you go wait in the car first; I'll go in and tell them, so they don't get agitated seeing you again."

Zhang Xue'er looked at Song Jie with Gratitude and said: "Teacher Song, thank you."

Song Jie gave Zhang Xue'er a Warm smile, patted his Shoulder, then let Zhang Xue'er go downstairs.