Chapter 30: Not Understanding
Xu Jie was busy for most of the day and only completed today's work plan in the afternoon.
It was already past 2 o'clock when he returned to the office. In order to squeeze out more time, he didn't even have lunch.
The work of a reporter for people's livelihood news is neither difficult nor easy. He or she has to run around from street to street, often being looked down upon and getting rejected everywhere. Sometimes he or she is exhausted like a grandson at the end of the day, and the problem has not been solved yet. On the one hand, he or she is scolded by the people for not doing his or her job, and on the other hand, he or she is scolded for being annoying by the party involved in the problem. One incident can usually be broadcast as a TV series, and it takes several episodes to get a result.
As a veteran, Xu Jie was already very familiar with cutting materials and editing manuscripts, but it still took him more than an hour to complete the film.
"Min'er, do you have time? Let's discuss the special program." Xu Jie found Zhou Min'er and put two revised copies of the document in front of her.
He took the time to organize this while riding in the car, otherwise he would have no time to revise it.
Zhou Min'er put the copy into the drawer and said apologetically, "I have to go record a program now and don't have time. Let's talk about it when I come back." After that, she hurriedly left with the manuscript.
Xu Jie looked up at the time and noticed that it was already 4 o'clock.
Journalists like him who are out covering news are very busy during the day, while program hosts like Zhou Min'er are busiest in the hour or two before getting off work.
Because the content of the program has basically been determined at this time, the host needs to record it in advance, and then take the finished film for review before broadcasting in the evening.
Just as Xu Jie returned to his workstation, Shi Fei came over with a thermos cup in his hand. "Xu Jie, whether you like it or not, I have to remind you that you are now a married couple. Don't always get close to other women. What if Su Yun misunderstands you?"
Xu Jie looked at the other person deeply. This person's feelings for Zhou Min'er were obvious to everyone. How could he not understand what the other person meant?
"It's okay, Brother Fei. It's all for work. My wife is not that petty." Xu Jie said.
"Even if Su Yun doesn't misunderstand, it won't be good if her fans find out. If a few extreme fans show up like yesterday, I'm worried that your teeth will fall out." Shi Fei said in a strange voice.
"Haha, that doesn't matter. Brother Fei knows a dentist. I'll leave it to you when the time comes." Xu Jie said nonchalantly.
The corner of Shi Fei's mouth twitched, which clearly showed that she didn't take his words seriously.
It doesn't matter? I'll make it matter to you right away!
While waiting for Zhou Min'er to come back, Xu Jie searched for food information on the Internet. In order to be closer to the audience, he also launched a survey in the local forum, asking netizens what they like to eat most in the cold winter, where to eat it, and what are the special features.
Soon, there was a reply under the question.
"What's your favorite food in winter? Of course, it's hot pot hot pot."
"Yes, and it must be eaten with Erba sauce."
"Grilling meat on a grill is also good. When you turn the meat over on the iron plate, the whole house will be filled with the aroma of meat."
"Roast duck is also good. It's so dry in winter , eating roast duck can both clear heat and moisturize the body."
“…”
Xu Jie hadn't had lunch in the first place, and now after reading everyone's messages, his saliva immediately began to flow.
At 5 o'clock, Zhou Min'er finally returned to the program team. Xu Jie immediately came to her workstation and said that if they didn't talk anymore, he would be off work.
"I just did a survey. Here are some of the winter delicacies that our local netizens prefer, as well as recommended restaurants. Take a look. If you think it's suitable, we can go shoot it tomorrow." Xu Jie handed a piece of printed paper to Zhou Min'er.
Zhou Min'er was very surprised. She didn't expect the other party to complete the investigation so quickly. She took out the copy that had been placed in the drawer and read it carefully. Then she said, "Okay, come back early tomorrow at noon and we will go to shoot together."
"good."
…
The next day, after Xu Jie's work plan was reviewed and approved, he immediately called Zhang Mingliang to leave the TV station together.
As the old saying goes, one more person means one more strength. With Zhang Mingliang helping to share the work, he can also use the saved time to shoot the winter special program.
However, ideals are full and reality is skinny.
He thought he had sorted things out yesterday and could solve the problem today, but when he found the relevant departments, they were kicked back and forth like a ball. Moreover, their footwork was so good that they could kick the ball to the next company accurately while also making people confused. Unfortunately, time was running out and he could only rush back to the TV station in dejection.
Zhou Min'er was already waiting in the parking lot. When she saw the two of them, she invited them into the car.
"How is it, have you finished your work today?" Zhou Miner drove out of the office and headed to a copper pot hot pot restaurant recommended by netizens.
"Alas, when we met the Chinese national football team, they just passed the ball back and forth but never got down to business." Xu Jie shook his head and sighed.
"Take it easy." Zhou Min'er comforted.
"Yeah, I know. After the filming is finished at noon, I will go again in the afternoon. I will block the gate. I don't believe that their person in charge will not come out." Xu Jie said gritting his teeth. He likes to bite off tough bones.
The car drove from East City to West City for half an hour before arriving at the hot pot restaurant mentioned by netizens. When the three people walked in rubbing their hands, they were immediately stunned by the scene in front of them .
The store was crowded with people. There were twenty or thirty tables in total, all of which were full, and there were many people standing in line waiting for a seat.
Xu Jie and Zhou Min'er looked at each other. It was not even half past eleven. Didn't everyone have to go to work?
"Waiter, are there any seats available? A private room is fine." Zhou Min'er found the waiter and asked.
"No more, all sold out. If you want to wait, I can give you a number," said the waiter.
"Okay, give me a number." Zhou Miner nodded.
Xu Jie looked at the people in line and asked the waiter, " How many tables are there ahead of us?"
"Not many, maybe fifty or so tables." The waiter said casually.
"How long do we need to wait?" Xu Jie asked again.
"It won't take long. Two or three hours if it's fast."
The waiter handed over the number and left, leaving Xu Jie and Zhou Min'er looking at each other in bewilderment.
Two or three hours?
Are the people queuing next to you prepared to wait two or three hours just for a meal of hot pot?
Xu Jie didn’t understand, and Zhou Min’er didn’t understand either.
Zhang Mingliang seemed to know it very well. He said to Xu Jie and Zhou Miner, "Beijing has a lot of people and a lot of foodies. It's normal to wait for two or three hours in famous restaurants like these. I've waited before."
“…”
Zhou Miner was at a loss for a moment after hearing this. She looked at Xu Jie and asked, "Should we continue to wait?"
Xu Jie didn't want to wait. Others had time, but he didn't, so he said, "Why don't we go to another one?"
"It's useless. All good restaurants are like this at mealtime, except for those ordinary restaurants." Zhang Mingliang said.
I definitely won’t go to ordinary restaurants. Once the sharp-eyed viewers notice that the content of the filming is different from how they felt when eating, they will definitely be criticized and the reputation of the entire program will be ruined. So if you are going to film, shoot in good restaurants, at least most people will approve of it.
"Do you have time tonight?" Zhou Miner asked.
Xu Jie and Zhang Mingliang looked at Zhou Miner, as if they knew what the other was going to say.
"Let's come back in the evening and wait from the time we get off work until midnight. I don't believe that we won't be able to eat the hot pot here!" Zhou Min'er raised her pretty face with a firm look in her eyes.
