If it were another team, there probably wouldn’t be a second answer.
In a world where traffic is king, as long as it can boost ratings, what does it matter sacrificing a guest?
Even if this collaboration doesn’t work out, there will be others willing to collaborate.
As long as the ratings are high, what kind of star can’t be invited?
But at this moment, everyone present hesitated.
Tang Zhubiao once said that reality shows emphasize authenticity.
Stars are no longer just personas presented on the screen through specific scripts.
They are real, flesh-and-blood people overcoming challenges set by the crew.
After two episodes of recording, Yue Qingqing has decidedly become the crew’s favorite.
Quite a few uncles and aunts asked the show’s photographer to develop Yue Qingqing’s photos separately to take home and cherish.
Their favoritism towards her was evident.
Facing a decision, Tang Zhubiao sighed.
"What do you all think?"
Everyone looked at each other hesitantly.
"I don’t think it’s necessary, why cause trouble for such a sweet girl?"
"Our current ratings aren’t low, no need to use such publicity stunts."
Just then, Qiao Jing also spoke, "Gong Qiming has always protected Qingqing like a sister. I’m sure if this segment airs, he won’t participate in the subsequent recordings, even at the cost of breaking the contract."
Qiao Jing’s words were a heavy-weight bargaining chip.
The crew all understood that up until now, "Travel Together" attracted so much attention and discussion mostly due to the flow brought by Gong Qiming and Yue Qingqing.
Gong Qiming himself probably hasn’t realized he’s a naturally entertaining person.
He can attract huge traffic in any unscripted variety show.
Tang Zhubiao then let out a snort of laughter.
"What kind of person do you think I am?"
"Would I need to exploit a young lady’s privacy for show effects?"
With those words, everyone’s hearts settled, and the flattery session began.
"Our Director Tang has always been aboveboard, disdaining such petty tricks."
"Director Tang is mighty! A righteous and upstanding director."
Tang Zhubiao scoffed, "Alright, just a moment ago you all looked so worried, afraid I’d do something to the young lady. Go on, everyone get busy with your departments, stop being an eyesore here."
Everyone left with laughter.
Tang Zhubiao stared at the monitor, fixated on Zhang Caidie.
He always felt there was something odd about this matter.
Why did Zhang Caidie suddenly bring up past matters?
What special purpose was there?
However, until the end of the recording, Zhang Caidie didn’t make any further issues.
It’s just that the atmosphere among everyone seemed a bit awkward.
Gu Tiantian, who used to frequently chat with Yue Qingqing, felt embarrassed to approach now.
Probably afraid of unintentionally saying something that would trigger Yue Qingqing’s sadness.
Pei Zhe spoke with the tone of someone who had been through it.
"Actually, everyone has their own destiny with others, some are deep, and some are shallow. We should cherish what we can cherish, no need to grieve for people we have no fate with."
Wu Manbai also said with a smile, "I heard before you said your grandma seems like an open-minded and cheerful old lady. Hope there’s a chance to meet her."
Yue Qingqing knew they were comforting her and smiled slightly.
"It’s okay, I don’t care about these things. My family has always been especially good to me since I was little."
Seeing the smile on Yue Qingqing’s face, everyone couldn’t help but sigh.
It was obvious that the environment Yue Qingqing grew up in was good, otherwise, she wouldn’t have such a personality.
Sigh, hope the crew doesn’t air what Zhang Yuan said.
Otherwise, who knows what might happen, as people can be unpredictable.