Chapter 163: 163 You even forgot this?
“An Lan, do you have any work arrangements coming up?”
Perhaps realizing that the reporter’s question was too sharp, other reporters helped to shift the topic and warm up the atmosphere.
Shi Lan directly ignored the female reporter and answered, “For now, the focus is on filming ‘Smoke,’ and then, in the near future, I will learn some new skills to broaden my horizons and perspective.”
However, that female reporter did not back down and continued her provocation, “An Lan, you’ve broken up the National Couple. What are your plans for the next step? Come on, tell us. Artists are supposed to be under media scrutiny, aren’t they?”
Upon hearing this, Shi Lan looked at the female reporter and noticed the logo on the microphone she was holding. Then she counter questioned, “Indeed, artists should accept media scrutiny, but have you, the media, accepted public supervision?”
The other party was momentarily speechless, and after a second of silence, she began to protest excitedly, “Of course, we are under public scrutiny.”
“Really? Then let me satisfy you. Today, I’ll respond to your question directly. First, let me reason with you. You say I broke up the National Couple, what’s your basis? Do you have evidence? Or do you think making wild guesses and fabricating stories is the foundation upon which Xiangmang Entertainment stands?”
“I…I certainly have my sources,” the other party argued defiantly, “but it’s not convenient to disclose them.”
“If you have sources, just go ahead and expose them. There’s no need to be so aggressive towards me in person. Don’t make the public think that entertainment media = paparazzi.” The mogul sharply retorted.
“I’ve finished with reasoning, now it’s time to talk about the rules! Do you still remember the mission of a journalist?” Shi Lan asked sternly, looking directly at her.
“I…” The female reporter stuttered, her mind drawing a blank.
“If you don’t remember, then let me, as an artist, remind you! The mission of a journalist is to uncover the truth, to ensure the objectivity, accuracy, and veracity of news events, and to protect the public’s right to know! Have you even forgotten that?” Shi Lan finished forcefully, with a scoff, then continued to question, “How come entertainment media are exempt from adhering to this principle? Acting as a journalist, you speak without thinking, conjuring lies out of your imagination, using so-called rumors to confuse the public, and promoting false news. Is this what you should be doing as a news reporter?”
“Also, the screensaver on your phone is Gu Chengyu, your bracelet is the same model as Chengyu’s, what your allegiance is, we needn’t state too explicitly, right? Acting in the name of journalism, committing unjust deeds, and inciting fan wars, promoting the evils of cyberbullying. When exactly did the identity of a journalist become a weapon for fans to attack their idols’ competitors? Do you think you’ve hurt me? No, you have no professionalism to speak of, you’ve not only disgraced your peers but also shamed your idol.”
“Thank you all for the interview.”
Having spoken her last words, Shi Lan glanced coldly at the other party, then left the interview area with the assistance of the staff.
In that moment, the reporters in the interview area were all stunned into silence, especially that female reporter.
Her face flushed with embarrassment, she had no idea where she was, forgetting who she was, even her own name.
She had been publicly exposed as a Gu Chengyu fan by Shi Lan!
The other reporters were shocked that Shi Lan knew their mission so well. Although her words were sharp, they were logical and well-founded, and on certain matters, they indeed had nothing to say. As for this Gu Chengyu fan…
“An Lan is right, you are a disgrace to your colleagues, and I feel sorry for Gu Chengyu.”
“If all of Gu Chengyu’s fans are like you, then I really need to question Chengyu’s character.”
The other reporters, as they left the interview area, showed intense disdain for the female reporter.