“If you can’t even complete such a simple task, you might as well quit being a reporter.” The editor laid down the law.
“I never said I wouldn’t do it. Why are you talking to me like this?” Luo Yaling pouted in dissatisfaction.
“Won’t you go otherwise?” The editor scoffed.
With the editor’s harsh words in her ears, Luo Yaling felt helpless as she returned to her seat after closing the door.
“Got thoroughly scolded by the editor,” teased Wang Qing, sitting next to her.
“Qing Jie, am I really that bad?” Luo Yaling questioned, unable to grasp why, despite her hard work, she still couldn’t land an exclusive story. The editor’s remarks made her doubt her suitability as a reporter. She propped her head up, deep in thought.
No! If she, Luo Yaling, wasn’t suitable, then most reporters should reconsider their careers. She couldn’t lose confidence; she needed to pull herself together. She couldn’t let the editor or Qing Jie look down on her. She had to be cautious but determined.
“The editor’s mouth has always been venomous. Don’t take it to heart, Xiao Ling,” Wang Qing consoled her.
“But the editor wants me to interview Xuanling Group’s CEO. I’m worried my abilities are limited and I won’t be able to get anything out of him,” she admitted, feeling particularly insecure about facing seasoned business professionals.
The idea of failure echoed in her mind. “Xiao Ling, if you want to make a name for yourself, you must visit important people. Now is a great opportunity you absolutely must not miss. The old editor assigned this task to you, showing that he trusts your adaptability.”
Wang Qing spoke earnestly to Luo Yaling, encouraging her by patting her shoulder.
“Qing Jie, thank you. I will work hard to complete this task,” she replied confidently.
Wang Qing acknowledged her determination, noting that the original person assigned to interview Xuanling Group had been repeatedly rebuffed, leaving the job to Xiao Ling, who was less aware of the situation.
“I’ll call the CEO right away to arrange a meeting,” Luo Yaling decided, realizing she could no longer avoid the business world.
“Take your time; I have something to do,” Wang Qing said before leaving.
