Chapter 71: Quick Transmigration: Film & Television Multiverse Chapter 71: Semi-Finals Begin

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Protagonist:

Lin Hao

At nine in the morning, the bell for the semi-finals rang on time.

A total of over ten thousand contestants worldwide made it to the semi-finals this time.

That number looks like a lot, but you have to know, over fifty thousand people signed up initially.

The competition in this contest is fierce, like a war without smoke. And for this semi-final, judging by past years' numbers, getting a thousand people into the finals would already be pretty good.

Zhong Yi and four students sat at the table, the students' expressions serious, poised and ready.

Zhong Yi looked at the four students' slightly nervous appearances and smiled reassuringly: "Kids, don't be nervous. Let's just treat this match as an ordinary practice, do your best. Even if you're eliminated it's no big deal, after all you're still young, there'll be plenty of opportunities in the future."

Li Hao raised his head, a trace of worry in his eyes, and said: "Teacher Zhong, can we really do it?"

Zhong Yi lightly patted his shoulder and said firmly: "Of course you can! I know your abilities best. As long as you perform at your usual level, there definitely won't be a problem."

The other students also nodded one after another, the nervousness on their faces gradually fading.

Zhong Yi didn't livestream this competition. He knew well that advertising once was enough, no need to be too high-profile.

Many netizens left comments under Wukong Education's account asking for a livestream, but Wukong Education didn't respond.

As a result, quite a few people started making sarcastic remarks saying Wukong Education was just grandstanding.

"Hey, you livestreamed so enthusiastically before, now you don't dare broadcast the semi-finals? Must be because you know you can't cut it."

"Wukong Education just loves hype, exposed now, right?"

"Thought you were so amazing, turns out you're nothing special either."

"That's what they call big thunder, little rain."

Especially Song Jie, he sat in the office, staring at his phone, laughing like a fool.

He kept scrolling through the comments below, mocking Wukong Education.

"Hmph, thought you were so amazing, don't dare livestream now, huh."

"Knew it was hype, exposed this time."

While scrolling through comments, he muttered to himself: "Zhong Yi, oh Zhong Yi, let's see how you can still be smug this time."

Just as Song Jie was scrolling enthusiastically, Tian Yulan's phone call came in.

Only then did Song Jie remember there was still the noon dinner appointment.

After he answered the phone, he told Tian Yulan the hotel address, glanced at his phone again, and a smug smile appeared on his face.

Then he packed up and went out, thinking as he walked: "Let's see how long you can stay smug, Zhong Yi."

Song Jie was in a private room at a rather remote hotel in the suburbs, his expression slightly smug.

He looked at Tian Yulan and the other two parents and slowly said: "This is Director Wang, the Academic Affairs Director of Hanlin Middle School."

Tian Yulan and the two parents, upon hearing this, immediately revealed excited looks in their eyes. They hurriedly stood up, faces piled with ingratiating smiles.

Tian Yulan took the lead in extending her hand and said respectfully: "Director Wang, I've long admired your reputation. It's truly our honor to meet you today." Wang

Director Wang gave a slight nod, a reserved smile on his face.

The other two parents also stepped forward one after another to greet him, their words full of respect for Director Wang.

Song Jie watched everyone's reactions, secretly pleased in his heart.

He cleared his throat and said: "Director Wang's presence gives us enough face. Everyone knows Hanlin Middle School is a prestigious school, countless parents would break their heads trying to get their kids in. Today with this opportunity, everyone must seize it well."

Tian Yulan hurriedly nodded and said: "Teacher Song is right. Director Wang, our child has always been very outstanding and studies very hard. If they could get into Hanlin Middle School, that would be wonderful." The two parents also chimed in, praising their own children.

Director Wang frowned slightly and said unhurriedly: "Hanlin Middle School's admission standards are very strict. However, since Teacher Song introduced you, I'll give it appropriate consideration. But the specific situation still depends on the children's performance."

Tian Yulan and the others, hearing this, felt their hearts tighten. They hurriedly expressed that the children would definitely perform hard and strive to leave a good impression on Director Wang.

Song Jie, seeing this, smiled and said: "Director Wang, these parents are all very capable. Their children are also very outstanding. I believe, with their support, Hanlin Middle School will only get better and better."

Director Wang nodded slightly and said: "Hope so. But let me put the ugly words first: if the children don't meet our admission standards, I can't do anything either."

Tian Yulan and the others hurriedly guaranteed they would make the children perform well. They prayed silently in their hearts, hoping this time their children's entry into Hanlin Middle School would be a sure thing. In this hidden hotel, a transaction concerning the children's futures seemed to be quietly taking place...

Song Jie looked at everyone, his eyes flashing slightly. He coughed lightly, then took out an exquisite gift box from the side and pushed it toward Director Wang without changing expression.

"Director Wang, a small token of appreciation, not much. Look, these children all have great potential; once they enter Hanlin Middle School, they'll definitely bring glory to the school." Song Jie's face was piled with smiles, his tone ingratiating.

Director Wang glanced at the gift box, frowned slightly, but didn't refuse immediately. He was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "Teacher Song, what are you doing? Hanlin Middle School's admissions have always been fair and just, they can't be decided by these things."

Song Jie hurriedly waved his hand and said: "Director Wang, don't misunderstand. I'm doing this for the children's future. These children are indeed outstanding, I just hope you'll pay more attention to them."

Tian Yulan and the other two parents, seeing this, also chimed in. Tian Yulan said: "Director Wang, just accept it. We're doing it for the children too; as long as the children can get into Hanlin Middle School, we parents will be at ease."

The two parents also hurriedly nodded, expressing willingness to pay anything for their children's future.

Director Wang looked at everyone's eager eyes, his heart somewhat swayed. He hesitated a moment, then let out a light sigh and said: "Alright, since you're this sincere, I'll accept it. But I can only say I'll try to pay attention to these children; if they really meet the admission standards, I'll give them priority consideration."

Song Jie and the others, hearing this, immediately showed joy on their faces. They thanked him repeatedly, as if they'd seen the hope of their children entering Hanlin Middle School.