Chapter 1399: Once Again an Internet Celebrity!

After hanging up Du Xi's call, Tang Ye opened his computer and entered his own name into the search box.

Sure enough, he quickly found the news report of himself soaking in the floodwaters.

He soon figured out the source of the news.

——A program produced by the News Girl segment team, with Tian Xiaomeng as the reporter.

Tang Ye found Tian Xiaomeng's mobile number and dialed it.

Seeing that the number displayed was Tang Ye's, Tian Xiaomeng was somewhat surprised and hurriedly pressed the answer button.

"County Magistrate Tang, do you have any instructions?"

Tang Ye sighed, "Reporter Tian, shouldn't you obtain someone's consent before interviewing them?"

Tian Xiaomeng reacted instantly, "I went to the front line to report that day, and you were busy fighting the flood with the masses, so I didn't disturb you. The scene at the time was particularly moving, so I had my camera colleague film it. Honestly, that footage was shot exceptionally well; you should be thanking me instead."

Tang Ye was caught between laughter and tears, "Now, this video has spread all over the internet."

Knowing the popularity of this news, Tian Xiaomeng said with a smile, "You told me before that when doing news, one should pay more attention to material with social significance. I think this news story perfectly interprets the image of a young cadre wholeheartedly serving the people, and it has a positive, uplifting meaning. Even if it has spread, what it shows is the positive image of a Party member cadre."

Tang Ye sighed, "Your eloquence is truly too good; I can't win an argument with you. However, I still have to thank you for letting the outside world know the actual situation in Yechuan County. The post-disaster reconstruction work in Yechuan is the real challenge. I hope the television station can help us make our voices heard; we need the strength of society to help us rebuild our homes."

Tian Xiaomeng understood what Tang Ye meant, "Alright, I will come to Yechuan County tomorrow to report and will fully cooperate with your post-disaster reconstruction work."

Tang Ye nodded, "I will have the Propaganda Department cooperate with your reporting work."

After hanging up Tian Xiaomeng's call, Tang Ye sighed helplessly.

He hadn't expected that coming back to help with disaster relief this time would turn him into an internet celebrity once again.

……

The next morning, the popularity of the news about Tang Ye fighting the flood in the water climbed once again……

Far away in Dayu County, Shi Yao also saw this news and the related photos online.

In the photo, Tang Ye was soaked through and covered in mud, looking extremely disheveled, but the expression of firm, unyielding determination in his eyes filled Shi Yao's heart with shock!

Shi Yao hesitated for a moment, but still dialed Tang Ye's number.

The call was connected quickly.

"Secretary Shi, do you have any instructions?"

"County Magistrate Tang, I heard that Yechuan County has been hit by a disaster; is there anything you need help with?"

Tang Ye said with surprise, "Thank you for your concern, Secretary Shi. There is nothing that needs help for the time being."

Shi Yao said, "You are the type of person who always likes to help others. Yet when you encounter difficulties yourself, you always choose to bear them alone."

Tang Ye said, "Secretary Shi, you make me sound too great. Thank you for your concern; if there is a need, I will speak up to you."

After hanging up Tang Ye's call, Shi Yao felt a bit dejected.

She had taken the initiative to offer, but Tang Ye did not appreciate it……

Shi Yao knew that Tang Ye had recently been selected for the Director-level Class at the Central Party School.

That Tang Ye obtained this precious opportunity was completely within reason!

……

After hanging up Shi Yao's call.

Tang Ye's mobile phone rang again; this time, the person calling was Li Dongchen.

"The classmates have all been concerned about the disaster situation in Yechuan County these past few days. How is the situation over there now? Has the flood receded?"

"The flood has receded, but there is still a lot of post-disaster cleanup work; it won't be finished for a while!"

"You've worked hard. The photos of you fighting the flood on the front line have spread now; you are a celebrity in our class."

Tang Ye laughed twice and changed the subject, "Brother Dongchen, when I return to class, remember to let me see your notes."

Li Dongchen laughed in spite of himself, "You, you're fighting the flood on the front line while still thinking about class; you really are multitasking. When you come back, I'll help you find the most complete set of class notes!"

……

The dark clouds shrouding Yechuan dispersed.

The flood had come with fierce momentum, and it receded just as quickly.

The fellow villagers at the relocation site returned to their homes……

Seeing the devastated houses, many people couldn't help but cover their faces and burst into tears.

Seeing this scene, Tang Ye also felt quite distressed.

The impact of this flood on Chenxin Town was devastating!

Deputy County Party Secretary Dong Zhangan followed Tang Ye as he walked through the various villages in Chenxin Town.

He secretly admired Tang Ye's ability.

If Tang Ye hadn't rushed back to sit in command of the flood relief efforts, the losses caused by this flood would certainly have been much more severe than they were now.

At this moment, Dong Zhangan's phone rang.

After finishing the call, he hurriedly said to Tang Ye:

"County Magistrate Tang, a batch of supplies raised by the Red Cross Society has arrived, worth over 100 million yuan, and will be transported to Yechuan County today!"

Tang Ye mused that the power of the media should not be underestimated!

It was because of the spread of that news that more people paid attention to the disaster in Yechuan!

"Ensure these supplies are implemented and delivered, and make sure everything is handed over to the common people.

There will certainly be more donations from kind-hearted people arriving one after another later.

Whether it is supplies or funds, they are all for Chenxin Town!

Whoever dares to mess around will absolutely be dealt with severely!"

Dong Zhangan said in a deep voice, "You are right to remind me! I will handle the relevant requirements!"

……

Boss Xu finally managed to get an appointment with Yu Jian'an.

Recently, Yu Jian'an had been unwilling to get too close to Boss Xu, mainly because he had heard rumors that the Discipline Inspection Commission seemed to be investigating the Water Affairs Bureau's recent projects.

However, constantly avoiding him would not do either.

Boss Xu knew that Yu Jian'an liked to play bridge, so he organized a bridge game.

After playing for several hours, Yu Jian'an had been winning the whole time; the chips in his drawer were stacked high, and his mood had also improved.

Boss Xu seized the opportunity to bring up a business opportunity, "Director Yu, Xiyang was hit by floods a few days ago, and there is disaster everywhere. There is currently a post-disaster epidemic prevention effort underway, is that correct?"

Yu Jian'an immediately understood what Boss Xu meant.

"Lao Xu, you aren't trying to scheme off the epidemic prevention, are you?"

A smile appeared at the corners of Boss Xu's mouth, "I know a friend who is an insider at Huailing Pharmaceutical. He has a way to get a batch of epidemic prevention supplies with a very large profit margin."

Upon hearing the words "very large profit margin," a look of temptation appeared in Yu Jian'an's eyes.

"This business can be done. However, you must guarantee that the procurement channels are legitimate. There must absolutely not be any quality issues."

Boss Xu said with a smile, "You can rest assured on that point. As long as you provide me with the distribution channels, I guarantee the procurement channels will be standard. For post-disaster epidemic prevention and control, the demand for epidemic prevention supplies is only for these few days. So I still need you to help bridge the connection quickly. Once this village is passed, there won't be another shop like it."

Yu Jian'an took out his mobile phone, "I will call a friend at the Health Bureau right now. He was promoted by my father; he will definitely give me this favor!"

Seeing that Yu Jian'an was willing to help, Boss Xu secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

The profit margin for supplies during such a special period was astonishing.

It was basically a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Boss Xu had originally been worried that Yu Jian'an would refuse to make the connection, but he had not expected that he would eventually loosen up.

Sure enough, once someone has tasted the sweetness, they will think about a second time.

After Yu Jian'an finished his call, Boss Xu said, "The profits will be split according to the old rules, how about that?"

Yu Jian'an nodded, "I have no objections. However, I emphasize again, the procurement channels must be legitimate! You absolutely cannot pass off inferior goods as quality ones, and there must be no counterfeit goods filling in the numbers."

Boss Xu said, "Director Yu, we have done this kind of business before; we are familiar with the ropes, so you can put your heart at complete ease!"