Chapter 9
Her eyes fell on the flyer of the Internet Addiction School.
After the millennium, computers have had an increasingly greater impact on people's work and life, and the high price has made it prohibitive for ordinary families. Although they have not entered thousands of households like televisions, with the strong support of the state, even primary schools in remote areas have built computer rooms with state-allocated education funds.
Therefore, with such an opportunity, a new industry such as Internet cafes came into being. They blossomed in small and medium-sized cities across the country, and some wealthy towns even had Internet cafes.
Teenagers who like to get in touch with new things naturally become the main consumer group of Internet cafes.
As a result, the term "Internet addiction" has frequently appeared on television and in newspapers, and has become a hot word of the times. Most parents who do not understand computers are very worried about this, and even hate it, believing that it will ruin their children's lives.
Some speculators who got wind of the situation set up Internet addiction schools in a high-profile manner and openly advertised them on various channels, claiming that they could help your children get rid of Internet addiction and give you a well-behaved and obedient child.
Lin Shuyue had heard about the Internet addiction school when she was a child, but she didn't know much about it.
She really understood what an Internet addiction school was like when she was in junior high school, when news that sparked social controversy and interviews with students who had attended Internet addiction schools frequently broke out online.
That infamous "academy" and the person who had been featured in multiple documentaries by central media!
And the subsequent reports.
Inhumane acts such as corporal punishment, kidnapping, abuse, beatings, and imprisonment have become commonplace in those schools.
Anyone who enters this kind of school, no matter what they were like before entering, will become silent and introverted after coming out, with some even committing suicide as a result.
Lin Shuyue came out of Ah Hao's house. Today's sunlight was as dazzling as usual, but she knew that there were always some dark sides in this world that could not be illuminated by such a hot sun.
Lin Shuyue thought, since she had traveled to this era and became a reporter, she should do what she could for the students who were poisoned by the Internet addiction school. Even if the final result was not satisfactory, there would always be parents who loved their children. If she could sound the alarm for those parents, what she did would not be in vain.
After returning to the company, Lin Shuyue greeted Li Mingfang and other colleagues and went directly to the editor-in-chief's office.
She knocked gently on the door, and a voice came from the office: "Come in."
Wang Mingzheng was sitting in the boss chair, answering the phone with a smile on his face. He pointed to the sofa in the reception area next to the desk, motioned for Lin Shuyue to sit down, and after a few brief greetings with the person on the other end of the phone, hung up.
He walked over to Lin Shuyue and sat down opposite her with a smile. He seemed to be in a good mood and even poured a cup of tea for Lin Shuyue himself.
People in Guangdong Province like to drink tea when discussing business matters or negotiating business, and a set of tea sets is prepared in almost all places where guests are entertained.
Generally speaking, it is the younger generations who pour tea for the elders, or the subordinates who pour tea for the leaders. The fact that Wang Mingzheng, as a leader, personally poured tea for her was enough to show his appreciation and respect for Lin Shuyue.
"Xiao Lin, someone from Pengcheng Daily called me just now and said they want to reprint the article you wrote, and it will be on the front page. Xiao Lin, you have brought great honor to our company! Your bonus this month will be doubled!" Wang Mingzheng was in a very good mood and said with a generous wave of his hand.
In recent years, there are more and more print media of all sizes. Old newspapers like Pengcheng Metropolis Daily are on the decline and are getting worse because they cannot keep up with the pace of the times.
The newspaper is barely maintaining its operations by relying on the reputation and connections it has built up over the past twenty years.
It can be said that Pengcheng Metropolis Daily looks glamorous on the surface and can rent a half-floor office in the most famous building, all thanks to the boss's previous connections and cheap rent.
Otherwise, they would probably lose even the last bit of face they have among their peers.
For a private newspaper like theirs, it would be considered good if they could have ten articles reprinted by official media in a year. As for being published in the central newspaper? It's just a thought, after all, they may not publish even one article in a year.
Wang Mingzheng just asked his acquaintance at Pengcheng Daily.
It is said that Lin Shuyue's article has sharp writing style, unique narrative perspective, clear logic and progressive steps. It tells people the whole story of the case. The closing statement is also thought-provoking. It is an excellent report.
Moreover, the illustrations in the article and the photos of the murderer taken by Lin Shuyue are rare, which have triggered heated discussions and social attention among citizens. A TV station is already preparing to make a related program, and Lin Shuyue may be invited at that time.
Judging from this development, it may be reprinted by the central media, even if it is published on the last page, Wang Mingzheng will be satisfied.
With such beautiful expectations, he looked at Lin Shuyue again, and he felt comfortable from beginning to end.
Lin Shuyue was also very happy!
For her, this was her first article in the true sense. Lin Shuyue was very satisfied with the achievement and influence of her debut. It seemed that reading a lot of old case reports in the police academy was useful. No pain, no gain.
This calmed her down, as she was feeling uneasy about changing jobs.
"Thank you, Editor-in-Chief."
Wang Mingzheng took a sip of tea and said in a gentle tone: "Xiao Lin, what do you want to talk to me about?"
Lin Shuyue handed over the Internet Addiction School enrollment flyer: "Editor-in-chief, I wonder if you have heard of the Internet Addiction School?"
Wang Mingzheng nodded. Of course he had heard of it.
He is 42 years old this year. After years of hard work, his financial situation is very good. When home computers came on the market, he was the first one among his relatives and friends to buy one and use it early on.
Wang Mingzheng felt proud but distressed about this.
He has a sixteen-year-old son who was very obedient and sensible when he was young. Since he divorced his wife and his son was raised by his parents, he became more and more rebellious and was addicted to computer games and making friends all day long.
Wang Mingzheng is now middle-aged and has achieved success in his career. His biggest setback now comes from his son.
Last winter, a friend he knew sent his son, who was addicted to computer games, to an Internet addiction school for reform. After only three months there, he came back much more obedient and sensible than before.
Wang Mingzheng was very excited when he learned about this, and he was also considering whether to send his son in.
He's been busy with newspaper work recently, so this matter has been put aside.
When Lin Shuyue mentioned it, the idea started to stir again.
Wang Mingzheng didn't say anything, and Lin Shuyue thought secretly, how should she convince him? After all, if she wanted to sneak into the Internet addiction school, she needed Wang Mingzheng's consent and help.
No matter what Lin Shuyue wants to investigate in the future, getting the support and help of the company's decision-makers will greatly facilitate her actions.
She must convince Wang Mingzheng.
"Editor-in-chief, since the Internet Addiction School opened last year, in just one year, it has opened several branches and sent batches of students to it. It is so popular that I want to experience and investigate it myself. Regardless of whether there is any trickery, there is something attractive to write about."
Wang Mingzheng raised his head, as if thinking about something, but did not say anything to stop Lin Shuyue.
Lin Shuyue's words made sense, and they were exactly what Wang Mingzheng wanted. Both publicly and privately, he was very interested in this investigation.
Wang Mingzheng drummed his fingers on the table. In his heart, he didn't think that Lin Shuyue could find out any shady stuff. After all, various newspapers and TV stations had reported on this. It was obvious that the children who graduated from the Internet addiction school had become better.
The public has sharp eyes. If there was a problem, it would have been exposed long ago. Why would they wait for a newcomer like her to discover it? As expected, young people who haven't even graduated from college are too presumptuous and idealistic.
But it's okay. Wang Mingzheng is willing to be tolerant of a talented young person and give her the opportunity to make mistakes.
After all, Lin Shuyue was right in saying something: regardless of whether there was something fishy going on or not, if she lurked in and experienced it, she would have something to write about, and these were issues that concerned these parents who worried about their children.
Anyway, no matter what the results of the undercover investigation are, there will be no loss for the newspaper.
He thought so in his heart, but looked at Lin Shuyue with a kind look on his face, encouraging her: "Xiao Lin, you also know the situation of our newspaper. I can't approve sufficient funds for your investigation, but I, the editor-in-chief, will try my best to provide you with the necessary help."
Lin Shuyue got the result she wanted, and a big smile appeared on her face. After the two discussed the details, Lin Shuyue stood up and left the office.
She opened the office door and happened to bump into the smiling Li Weisheng. When he saw Lin Shuyue, his smile immediately disappeared and his expression was as proud as a male peacock. This time, he found a big news. As long as the newspaper agreed to let him investigate, he swore that this would be an exclusive that would dominate the charts for several days!
He just didn't believe it and was sure he could beat that girl Lin Shuyue this time.
Lin Shuyue immediately retaliated with a glare and left in a huff.
Li Wei behind him was as angry as a pufferfish, and he was trying his best to make big news.
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Pengcheng Superior Internet Addiction Treatment School is a military-managed school. The school was founded in January 2003 and has a history of one year and three months. The monthly tuition is 500 yuan.
In just over a year, such high tuition fees cannot stop parents from hoping their children will succeed. wanted their children to become successful. They came one after another with large sums of cash, crying and begging to send their children to the schools, begging them to reform their children.
This year, the school's founder and principal Xiao Changxin walked with style.
The phone on the desk rang. Xiao Changxin waved his hand and asked his secretary to take out the document that had just been signed. It was about the advertising plan to be placed in newspapers and on TV for the next quarter.
When the call was about to be hung up, Xiao Changxin slowly picked up the phone: "Hello, this is Youyue Internet Addiction Treatment School."
Nobody knows what was said on the other end of the phone, but Xiao Changxin's smile suddenly widened: "Boss Zhou, you really don't have to be so polite. The philosophy of our school is to do everything for the physical and mental health of children, not for money."
"Boss Zhou's words really make me feel ashamed. May I ask how old your daughter is and what are the symptoms?"
"Sixteen years old, sixteen is not bad, I can get over it."
"Sure, no problem. I'll send a teacher over right away. Don't worry, Boss Zhou. In three months, I will definitely give you a well-behaved, sensible and obedient daughter."
After hanging up the phone, Xiao Changxin leisurely took a sip of the coffee made by his beautiful secretary and looked out the window.
Under the scorching sun, a group of teenagers aged between ten and 18 were running, and several instructors in camouflage uniforms were standing on the track holding pointers.
Several students could not run anymore and slowed down. The instructor closest to them walked forward aggressively and swung the blackboard stick at them without hesitation.
Xiao Changxin calmly looked away. Such scenes were commonplace to him.
He made a phone call, and soon, the school gate opened and a van sped out of the school. In the van sat four or five "instructors" in camouflage uniforms.