Published at 7th of July 2026 7:04 am

Chapter 3824: The Negotiations Fell Apart

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Wang Minji glanced coldly at Lin Yi.

"I’ve already given him a chance. Just apologize and write a review letter, and this matter will be over."

Zhang Qingyu looked at Lin Yi.

"What’s your take?"

"I spotted the parking space first. Everything follows the rule of first-come, first-served. Why should I give up the parking space? And they were the ones who started the fight. Asking me to apologize and write a review letter is a bit too much, isn’t it?"

"She is Xu Qingqing. What right do you have to compare yourself to her!" Wang Minji shouted angrily.

"She’s not your mom. Why are you so worked up?"

"Say that again!" Wang Minji said through gritted teeth.

"Even if I say it again, it will be the same. She’s just a celebrity. Is it necessary to worship her like this?"

"You don’t know shit. She’s at the top of her game now!"

"Don’t talk about being at the top, even if she’s a tumor, it has nothing to do with me. You’re asking me to apologize without understanding the situation. What are you guys thinking?"

"You!"

Wang Minji was too angry to speak, wanting to argue back but unsure what to say.

Because at the end of the day, it was indeed Li Wei who was in the wrong first, and no matter where they go, it’s indefensible.

"Director Zhang, that’s the situation. My bottom line is for him to apologize and write a review. If Xu Qingqing isn’t happy, the program cannot be recorded."

Zhang Qingyu’s expression wasn’t very pleasant.

He also felt that Wang Minji was babying these celebrities a bit too much.

This is a television station, there needs to be seriousness and authority; a celebrity can’t lead them around by the nose.

"At the end of the day, Lin Yi did nothing wrong. It’s them who are accustomed to abusing their celebrity status. You should go back and discuss it properly, there’s no need to make a big fuss."

Wang Minji caught the subtext of Zhang Qingyu’s words.

He also knew Zhao Jing was his person, who would speak up for them at this time.

"Director Zhang, actually my request isn’t unreasonable. If he doesn’t apologize, I can’t do my job as a producer."

"Then don’t do it. It’s not like the Earth wouldn’t spin without you."

Lin Yi retorted to Wang Minji, whose face turned particularly ugly, filled with anger and nowhere to vent.

"Director Zhang, look at this guy, he’s definitely a bad apple, he absolutely cannot be kept."

"Lin Yi, I know you’re young and headstrong, but watch your tone. This isn’t your home."

"I understand, but he seems to be overstepping his authority." Lin Yi said:

"He keeps abandoning work to threaten others."

"Enough, you should say less."

Zhao Jing held her forehead, feeling a headache.

They say the post-2000s are restructuring the workplace, Lin Yi is much fiercer than them.

"It’s not about saying less, it’s about those types who put on airs. If he doesn’t want to be the producer, you can take over, I’m sure you’d do better than him."

Zhao Jing was taken aback, not expecting Lin Yi to drag her into this.

"Don’t mess around, it’s not time for jokes."

"I’m not joking. Since he doesn’t want to do it, you take over."

Lin Yi looked at Wang Minji, smilingly said:

"Producer Wang, you were the one who said you didn’t want to do it. Our leader here can take over your duties without any issues, right? Then the problem gets resolved and I don’t have to apologize to them."

"You!"

Wang Minji was shaking with anger, not expecting Lin Yi to play this trick.

This also surprised Zhang Qingyu and Zhao Jing.

Although Lin Yi was young, his adeptness in handling the conversation was not at all what someone of his age should have. Like a seasoned veteran of the workplace, he easily had Wang Minji cornered.

"Alright Lin Yi, stop being relentless."

After finishing, Zhang Qingyu looked at Wang Minji, "Go back and talk to Xu Qingqing, just say Lin Yi will write them an apology letter, let’s not pursue this matter further, and let them grant me this favor."

Zhang Qingyu’s solution wasn’t for Lin Yi to actually write an apology letter, but to find someone to ghostwrite one. This was a compromise, a way to solve the problem.

"Got it, Director Zhang."

Wang Minji had no other option since Zhang Qingyu had spoken to this extent, he had to play along.

Ringing—

Right then, Wang Minji’s phone rang, it was a call from the director downstairs.

"Leader, something bad happened, Xu Qingqing says she’s not recording the program."

"Hmm? Why not record it suddenly?"

"Says no one came to apologize to her, we tried to persuade her for a long time but she wouldn’t listen, insisting on that person’s apology or else won’t record."

"Alright, I understand."

After hanging up, Wang Minji glanced at Lin Yi, and then turned to Zhang Qingyu.

"Director Zhang, the director called and said Xu Qingqing demands an in-person apology, otherwise the program won’t be recorded."

Zhang Qingyu frowned, not expecting Xu Qingqing to cause such a fuss.

"Alright, call Xu Qingqing over, I’ll have a chat with her."

"Okay."

Wang Minji dialed Li Wei’s number, giving him a simple rundown of the situation.

In a few minutes, the two arrived at the office.

Upon seeing Lin Yi, their expressions immediately changed.

"I’ve heard about the issue between you. There’s no need for any unpleasantness. I’ll have Lin Yi write an apology letter later; let’s not escalate this matter over such trivial things."

"Director Zhang, it’s a small matter to you, but it’s a big deal to us and it hasn’t been just once. Since my debut, I’ve never received such treatment."

Xu Qingqing sat on the sofa, crossed her legs, and said:

"I’m not asking for much; just let him apologize and write a review letter. You shouldn’t bully people too much."

Seeing Xu Qingqing’s attitude, Zhang Qingyu was also a bit irked. These young celebrities were a bit out of touch with their status.

"I know the whole story. We’re just discussing the facts here. Lin Yi saw the parking space first and parked his car; he did nothing wrong, in principle."

"But I’m an invited artist! Don’t I deserve this small courtesy?" Xu Qingqing raised her voice:

"Besides, he punched someone. This must be addressed."

"Wasn’t it your agent who started it?"

Xu Qingqing’s attitude shifted, "What do you mean my agent started it? Just touching his shoulder counts as starting it? Also, my bodyguard was beaten by him, is this how your station treats celebrities?"

"I’m trying to solve the issue amicably, that’s why I called you here out of respect and shared so much."

Initially, Zhang Qingyu felt Lin Yi was talented and didn’t want to fire him, so he kept saying nice things.

But now, with Xu Qingqing’s attitude, he was quite discontent, even showing signs of temper.

"I don’t want to hear anymore. If he doesn’t apologize, then I’m not recording the program. Do as you see fit."

After speaking, Xu Qingqing directly left, with Li Wei following behind, silently supporting her actions.

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