Chapter 330: Provincial Leaders Personally Recommend!

"Fine, I will go help Ding Xiang ask around. But I'm afraid I'll have to use your name to do it!" Tang Ye said in a joking tone.

Jiang Jing looked relaxed and smiled as he cautioned, "Doing it occasionally is fine. Remember to pay attention to the bottom line and principles."

Tang Ye solemnly agreed.

Afterwards, they brought up the "Loyal Heart and Righteous Gall" jade plaque.

"Is Provincial Governor satisfied with the gift?"

"Although he doesn't study jade, he could tell it was of great value and complained that I was too polite. In the future, I still need to control the budget when sending gifts." Jiang Jing gave this advice, but his tone could not hide his satisfaction.

Tang Ye quickly explained, "The cost was actually less than four thousand."

"Provincial Governor has heard of Chen Shenghai's father's name and understands that the value of that jade lies in the craftsmanship."

Jiang Jing responded with a smile.

Tang Ye's hanging heart finally settled.

Immediately after, Tang Ye suggested, "Mayor Jiang, Hanzhou has a profound cultural heritage, and there is much that can be done for the protection of intangible cultural heritage. Chen Shenghai would like to invite you to inspect Jade Street, which could also help promote traditional culture."

Jiang Jing was in a good mood and readily agreed, "You arrange the time."

Returning to the office, Tang Ye sat on the desk, rubbing his chin in thought.

In the environment of the television station, which is filled with restlessness, Ding Xiang's talent and composure when handling matters are like a clear stream, leaving a deep impression.

A bold conjecture suddenly flashed through Tang Ye's mind:

Could it be that Mayor Jiang has taken a fancy to Ding Xiang?

"A fair lady, a gentleman's quest"—this is human nature.

However, he immediately dismissed this thought.

How could he wantonly speculate on a leader's thoughts?

Tang Ye hoped more that Jiang Jing could reunite with Liu Xiuzhi.

For Jiang Rou, this might be the panacea to completely heal her emotional trauma.

Since Jiang Jing had given the instruction, Tang Ye naturally had to go all out to fight for the opportunity for Ding Xiang.

At this time, there was only a little over a month left until the Spring Festival, and the lineup of actors and hosts for the Provincial Television Station's New Year's Gala had basically been finalized.

Unlike the live broadcast format of the Central Committee station, the provincial station's gala used a recorded broadcast method, which meant time was tight and they had to race against the clock.

Having followed Jiang Jing for nearly a year, Tang Ye had accumulated quite a few connections and resources; now he had two feasible plans:

First, to make use of his friendship with Zhu Junting.

As an important advertising client of the City Television Station, if Zhu Junting were willing to come forward and communicate with the station leaders, this hurdle in the city might be passed smoothly.

But even so, Ding Xiang would still need to compete with other candidates from the province, and, barring any surprises, the provincial list had already been set.

Therefore, the final result was hard to predict.

Second, to find a connection who could speak up at the provincial level.

During the time he worked by Jiang Jing's side, Tang Ye had accumulated some connections in the province.

Thinking carefully, Provincial Governor's Secretary Liu Yang might be able to help.

He had met Ding Xiang once before, and this might be the breakthrough.

Perhaps some would feel that Tang Ye asking for help so soon after getting to know Liu Yang appeared too utilitarian.

But on the realistic stage of the workplace, the relationship between people is often deepened through the mutual exchange of needs and resources.

This is an unspoken rule of survival.

What's more, the two had just enjoyed wine and conversation, and they still held a familiar impression of each other.

If he didn't take this opportunity to speak up, by the time time diluted this friendship, it would be too late to maintain the relationship!

Tang Ye pressed the dial button.

Soon, Liu Yang answered the phone.

"Brother Liu, this is Tang Ye. Is it convenient to talk?"

"I'm really sorry, I'm busy right now, I'll call you back later."

A busy signal came from the receiver, and Tang Ye felt like he had been given the cold shoulder.

It wasn't until near noon that his phone finally vibrated.

Secretary Liu's voice carried a hint of apology: "I was in an important meeting this morning. You must have something to ask me, little brother? Are you trying to ask about the situation with Hanxing Group?"

Tang Ye shook his head with a smile, "It has nothing to do with Hanxing; there is a private matter I would like to ask Brother Liu for help with."

A hearty laugh came from the other end of the phone: "Why are you being so polite with me!"

"It's like this, do you have an impression of Ding Xiang?"

"More than an impression! A very deep one!"

Tang Ye went straight to the point, "The Provincial Television Station is selecting hosts for the Spring Festival Gala. Some leaders in the station recognized her ability, but somehow, the spot was taken by someone else."

"Oh? Your friendship with Teacher Ding is quite extraordinary, isn't it?" Secretary Liu's tone carried a hint of teasing.

Tang Ye quickly explained, "We really are just ordinary friends! Leaders often come to Hanzhou for research and often invite her to participate in the reception."

Secretary Liu knew that Tang Ye had not hidden their relationship from him.

If there were a story between a man and a woman, the details could not be hidden.

At the drinking party, the two behaved with propriety; if the relationship were unusual, it wouldn't have escaped his eyes.

"Since it's your first time asking, I will definitely take it to heart!" Liu Yang's personality was as straightforward as his style of drinking, "I will contact my friends at the provincial station right now. However, with so many people in the province eyeing it, I can only do my best; I dare not make any guarantees."

"Brother Liu is too modest! With your connections, isn't this little matter a piece of cake? I'll just wait for the good news!"

Tang Ye heard Liu Yang's tone and felt that it was still a sure thing.

Generally speaking, to get this kind of spot, one would have to spend real money.

Some hosts have wealthy backers behind them who can spend a fortune just to win a smile from a beauty.

However, power and connections are more reliable passes at a time like this.

Hanging up the phone, Liu Yang skillfully opened his contact list and dialed a number: "Hello, Station Head Yao, this is Liu Yang!"

"Chief Secretary Liu, what instructions do you have?" the other party's tone was extremely polite.

"Is the provincial station's Spring Festival Gala still short of a female host? I have a younger sister who works at Hanzhou Television; her professional ability is quite outstanding, and I would like to recommend her to you."

"Anyone recommended by Secretary Liu certainly can't be wrong! Have her contact me directly."

"It would be better to communicate through official channels," Secretary Liu said meaningfully.

"Understood! I will immediately arrange for someone to send a formal invitation in the name of the provincial station, so it will be perfectly legitimate!"

Hanging up the phone, Station Head Yao rubbed his chin, his expression grave.

Secretary Liu's tactful phrasing made him afraid to take this lightly.

Being able to trouble a provincial government secretary to come forward with a recommendation, this "younger sister" might be a connection of Provincial Governor Fu, so he could not be careless.

He immediately dialed the Spring Festival Gala director's number: "There is an urgent matter. There is a host named Ding Xiang at Hanzhou Station, specifically recommended by provincial leadership. Has she participated in the selection process before?"

"The person recommended by Hanzhou Station is a newcomer surnamed Chen; she lacks experience and cannot carry the show," the director reported truthfully.

"It seems the city blocked her spot. You are to notify her to come for an interview in the name of the provincial station immediately, just to go through the motions."

"Station Head, the list is already finalized; adding someone at the last minute wouldn't be appropriate, would it?" the director looked troubled.

"What is inappropriate about it? Let her try; if her level is high, give her more lines, and if she's average, just give her a few shots. This is a political task, get it implemented quickly!"

The director understood the weight of the matter.

"I'll go handle it right now!"