Chapter 54: Chinese Coronation for a Thousand Years
A reporter from Huaxia Daily asked another question.
"Director Li, the media and netizens will provide answers to the three plot points you mentioned."
"But what about the cultural appropriation you brought up?"
The scene fell silent again.
The South Korean media were like quails, no longer asking questions to humiliate themselves.
Li Chen glanced at the Huaxia Daily reporter: "I watched the Korean version of dae jang geum."
"Our Huaxia culture runs through the entire drama."
"From the national system to the people's livelihoods and encyclopedias, everything originates from our country."
"For example, the nine-rank six-ministry system in the drama is derived from our country's ancient six-ministry system and nine-rank official system."
"Writing, medicine, diet, and so on, all originate from our country."
"After watching the entire drama, they did not explicitly state that these originated from South Korea."
"Oh, I misspoke, except for Manchu-Han Imperial Feast."
Laughter erupted throughout the venue.
"But similarly, they also did not make it clear that these cultures came from Huaxia!"
"Oh, I misspoke again, they did make it clear once, and that was the greasy food I just mentioned!"
Laughter continued in the venue.
"Dear media friends, don't forget that this drama sold well in Southeast Asia and every country."
"It even started a wave!"
"We Chinese, of course, know that these all originate from our country, but foreigners don't understand this."
"They will think that this is ancient South Korea, with an advanced system and rich cultural heritage."
"They will think that Zhang Zhongjing was a South Korean."
The media professionals present listened very attentively.
Li Chen chuckled softly.
"Culture may have no borders, but the creators of culture have nationality!"
"Blurring concepts, confusing the public, and ultimately achieving a false truth, claiming it as their own!"
"This is their cunning intention; calling it cultural appropriation is putting it lightly."
"MBC, one of South Korea's three major broadcasters, is present today."
"Media friends can also interview them."
"For what reason have our TV dramas never been aired on their three major TV stations?"
The MBC reporter from South Korea instantly became the focus, like a plucked, boiled chicken.
The Tieba was instantly reignited, with comments pouring in like a tsunami.
Li Chen's straightforward monologue completely ignited the indignation of the vast number of netizens!
Countless netizens started to criticize the 'stick' people for their malicious intentions and shamelessness.
The Chinese media professionals at the press conference all felt honored, and the atmosphere was extremely enthusiastic.
Li Chen finally added.
"I hope Huaxia Daily can create a separate section for the Huaxia culture involved in dae jang geum."
"Clearly tell the world the origin and inheritance of these cultures."
"To set the record straight!"
"Director Li, rest assured, I can represent Huaxia Daily and promise to complete the task!"
A middle-aged man in a suit next to the Huaxia Daily reporter said solemnly.
Li Chen smiled: "Thank you all."
"One last thing."
"Young people who admire Korea and Japan, wake up!"
"In this world, if there truly is a top tier, the Chinese were crowned thousands of years ago!"
As soon as he said this, Hou Hongliang was the first to stand up and applaud.
The entire venue instantly erupted in the most prolonged and enthusiastic applause.
All the organizers, including Han Sanping, stood up to applaud Li Chen's words, not to mention the media professionals.
The older generation of artists who were watching the live broadcast also smiled.
Even Li Chen's school, including the principal and Director Tian, all the school leaders felt greatly relieved.
Director Tian even received many messages from old friends.
"Congratulations, you have a successor!"
Tian Zhuangzhuang's wrinkled face rarely showed a smile.
Just like when he was young, he dared to speak and act!
Not to mention the vast number of netizens online, whose emotions were surging.
Li Chen's last sentence completely maxed out his favorability rating in the entire Chinese circle!
A launch press conference destined to be recorded in history concluded successfully.
"Han Dong, I didn't disappoint you, did I?" Li Chen took advantage and still played coy.
"Just so-so," Han Sanping said with a straight face.
"Hahahahaha..." Li Chen laughed heartily.
He knew that today's battle was a great victory.
The currently booming Korean Wave would probably have to lie low for a while.
"dae jang geum, don't blame your Chen Ge, blame yourself for being born in South Korea," Li Chen murmured to himself.
After the press conference, Li Chen's cell phone went into overload.
Miss Liu's call finally got through.
"Li Chen, you're amazing, my mom and I both became your fans tonight."
Miss Liu's clear and cheerful voice sounded quite excited.
Liu Xiaoli playfully tapped her daughter's head, shaking her head with a light smile.
Closing the door for her daughter, she left.
"Xixi, just lie to yourself."
"Auntie became my fan? I'd rather believe the sun rises in the west!" Li Chen didn't believe it.
"You're such a spoilsport, I just exaggerated a little."
"But during the live broadcast, my mom was with me the whole time," Miss Liu said assertively.
"I'll call you back, Yang Siwei is next to me, let's not show affection in front of a single person!" Li Chen said with a smile.
"What nonsense are you talking about, Siwei doesn't eat sugar, it won't sweeten her up."
Li Chen was stunned, he didn't expect Miss Liu and Yang Siwei to be so familiar, even knowing she had diabetes.
After hanging up the cell phone, Li Chen turned it off directly.
Yang Siwei next to him laughed: "Boss, every time you make an appearance, I have to bring at least three spare cell phone batteries!"
"Sister Hua just called me, wanting to arrange a meeting with you, what do you say?"
Li Chen glanced at Yang Siwei: "Didn't I tell you early on not to get involved in this matter?"
Yang Siwei put away her smile: "Understood, Boss, I will decline Sister Hua."
Li Chen nodded: "Next month, Han Dong and I are going to Cannes. Keep an eye on Xixi's side, and contact me anytime if anything happens."
Yang Siwei laughed: "Boss, don't worry, Yifei is incredibly popular now, nothing will happen."
Li Chen frowned: "Siwei, you majored in media, that's a very unprofessional thing to say!"
"The more popular one is, the more trouble there is. The more popular, the more you need to be on high alert."
"Even I, though I made a big splash today, there's no guarantee that someone won't trip me up."
"At times like this, it's when you, as the publicity director, are busiest."
"You need to have a clear idea of all the contingency plans for various emergencies, don't be careless!"
Yang Siwei nodded solemnly: "I've noted that, Boss!"
Yang Siwei knew her boss was right.
She had indeed become a bit carried away.
However, she wasn't completely unprepared. Anyone who wanted to trip up her boss and Yifei...
They would have to see if she, the 800,000-strong internet troll leader, would agree!
The few people Yang Siwei recruited earlier each had a special skill.
Xiao Yu, who was good at writing short essays, Xiao Cai, who maintained media relations, and Da Xiong, the somewhat famous hacker...
The black Mercedes drove steadily through the night.
Li Chen sat alone in the back, closing his eyes to rest.
Yang Siwei sat in the passenger seat, her cell phone on silent. Today's press conference was too exhausting.
On Chinese New Year's Day, I wish everyone in the Zhu family vigor and prosperity, like a long, flourishing dragon.