Netizens didn't care why Da Fei was hospitalized; what they cared about was a thorough investigation of Grassland People Milk!
And also, this damn show's production team!
Someone immediately started to stir things up online. Before the show even finished airing, no one was watching anymore, and the barrage was just a string of angry rants.
"First, please, the production team, explain why Da Fei didn't say a word the entire time, didn't introduce himself, didn't interact with the other contestants, and didn't even speak after the Hundred Praise Song King's comments? This is completely out of character for Da Fei. Your malicious editing is too much. Is this how Modu TV Station makes shows?"
"Second, everyone with ears knows that Da Fei's song is better than Wang Xiaoyan's. Ninety-five points versus fifty-five points—your rigging is too obvious, isn't it? Saying Da Fei's song is bad? Wang Xiaoyan's is good? Are you kidding me?"
"Finally, I demand an explanation from Grassland People Milk. Why did you make Da Fei keep drinking the milk, knowing he was allergic? Was it for the sake of advertising, or were you trying to harm Da Fei?"
"Da Fei is almost thirty years old. He's grown up, so he wouldn't know he was allergic to milk? I'm allergic to milk too; if I accidentally drink some, I'll just get a stomachache. But you all saw Da Fei's condition—covered in bumps, clearly poisoned!"
"Please, Grassland People Milk, release your food safety standard testing reports! Please, Modu Food Safety Bureau, pay attention to this matter!"
Several major online influencers started reposting this Weibo post. They weren't speaking up for Da Fei; they were just trying to ride the wave of attention.
As long as there was buzz and public outrage, they would repost it.
In an instant, the official Weibo account for Grassland People Milk was completely overrun.
A flood of Da Fei-drinking-milk meme images surged from a few hundred comments to over a hundred thousand.
Even the Modu Food Safety Bureau stepped in, stating they would thoroughly investigate the matter and conduct sample tests on Grassland People Milk's food safety, promising a response within three days.
Da Fei being bullied wasn't a big deal in itself. The entertainment industry had its own rules.
But the actions of the program crew and the sponsors had crossed the line, stirring up public anger.
Now, it wasn't just Da Fei fighting; it was the entire internet community fighting.
The news immediately shot to the top of the trending list, and Modu TV Station couldn't withstand the pressure, announcing on Weibo that night.
"The program Hundred Praise Song King is suspended."
At this moment, Director Feng was pointing his finger at Zhu Ying's nose and berating him.
"You're such an idiot! How did you edit it? How did you review it? How did you score it? Is this your first day as a director? Did you leave your brain at home?"
Director Feng felt like he was about to have a heart attack. He was going to retire in a few years, couldn't they just let him coast in this position?
They had to stir up trouble!
Zhu Ying, that yes-man, only knew how to flatter the sponsors. He dared to broadcast the show with such a huge loophole! It was like building a house on the beach – asking for trouble!
Zhu Ying didn't dare to utter a word of complaint. After the leader had vented his anger, he could only say helplessly.
"Leader, it's really not my fault. That Da Fei seemed to have depression. He didn't say a word on the show, and he just kept drinking box after box of milk. No one forced him!"
"I figured I was advertising for the sponsor anyway, so I gave him a lot of screen time. It's not my fault if he didn't speak, but these netizens are really good at guessing things!"
Director Feng glared, "You still dare to quibble? Are you stupid? If the contestant doesn't say a word, can't you rerecord? Can't you ask for a reason? Has your brain been eaten as pig brains in a hot pot?"
Zhu Ying looked mournful, "Leader, what do we do now? Our show can't stop. I've already received the sponsor's money, and it's all been distributed as prize money. The station's money has also been used to build a studio. Can we really afford to lose money?"
Director Feng snorted, "Don't worry about President Lu. He can barely take care of himself, why bother with him?"
Zhu Ying said, "It's not just him as a sponsor, there are others too. Although they are not the title sponsor, if we stop broadcasting, I'm afraid we'll really lose money."
Director Feng sneered, "Then think of a way yourself. If you can't explain the black box operation and malicious editing, do you think your show can still air?"
"If the sponsor causes trouble, you bear all the legal consequences!"
Grassland People Milk Factory, factory director's office.
President Lu was embracing Wang Xiaoyan on the office chair, getting handsy. There weren't many people left in the factory at this hour, and he was setting up for a little office romance.
President Lu lifted her chin and said, "Do you know how to play the part of a secretary?"
Wang Xiaoyan blushed, and coquettishly said, "You're so bad."
At this moment, a sudden assistant rushed in.
"President Lu, it's not good!"
President Lu hurriedly pulled up his pants and angrily said.
"What's the panic? What could be so important that you don't even knock before barging in?"
The assistant said, "We're being trashed online, and the Quality Supervision Bureau just called. They're coming to do an inspection tomorrow!"
President Lu's expression changed drastically. "How could this happen?"
Wang Xiaoyan was stunned and quickly opened her phone to check.
Then, her face was filled with anger.
"Da Fei is such a fucking scumbag!"
After explaining what happened, President Lu was completely panicked.
"Stop the production line immediately! Replace it with a batch of high-quality milk. Kill those sick cows and sell them in the rural market. Clean it up!"
"Yes, President Lu!"
President Lu took a deep breath, feeling his heart race a little.
He was a nouveau riche, and after getting rich, his attitude became very high. In his eyes, Da Fei was just a performer.
How much power could a performer have? Could he move a real-life entrepreneur?
But now it seemed he had underestimated the power of public opinion.
"Damn it, this kid is allergic to milk and still drinks what the hell milk!"
Wang Xiaoyan pulled President Lu's hand and said, "Don't worry, the Quality Supervision Bureau will come tomorrow. Maybe we'll be lucky, it's just a random inspection, and it might not be unqualified."
President Lu nodded, "Well, I'll find some connections today to see if I can smooth things over!"
Wang Xiaoyan's hand was pulling at his belt, and she said seductively.
"How about I help you cool down?"
President Lu frowned and shoved her aside.
"I'm not in the mood."
He had finally made some money after a year of hustling, and he wanted to have some fun with a little starlet, but this huge mess had happened.
He didn't believe it. What could a little band's lead singer do to him?
Wang Xiaoyan was so angry she grit her teeth. That Da Fei was truly despicable. She had risked her life to drink the milk to the point of death, and he hadn't said anything during the show, just to create this kind of public opinion?
How could he be so insidious?
"President Lu, I'll go back now. I'll come again tomorrow!"
With no 'show' for the evening, Wang Xiaoyan left directly.
As soon as she returned to the company, a large group of reporters swarmed in.
"Wang Xiaoyan, regarding your highest vote count in the first episode of Hundred Praise Song King, is there any behind-the-scenes manipulation involved?"
"Was Da Fei really forced to drink the Grassland People Milk? Does this program restrict his personal freedom and violate the law?"
"Do you think your talent is superior to Da Fei's? His masterpiece, I Remember, only received fifty-five votes. Do you think you are much better than him? Please answer directly!"
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