After rebirth, I became a great master

Chapter 313 The Spirit of the Metropolis
Although "People's Livelihood Investigation" has been reassigned to the general channel.

However, Zhan Yushan is now in charge of the comprehensive channel.

It's still our own territory!
Zhou Haoran felt that he couldn't let Zhang Xuezhen continue to do such bad things. He decided to use the TV station's resources to weaken Zhang's influence and give him a warning, in order to avenge the theft of the classroom!

We also found reporter Yan Hong.

"What good news is there?"

Yan Hong was very happy to see him. One of the important reasons for the improvement in his career was that he had worked with him on a special series on the private economy over the past six months.

This performance even led to his promotion to team leader.

Zhou Haoran said, "Magnetic stripe cards, you know what they are?"

What magnetic stripe card?

Yan Hong really didn't know.

Zhou Haoran said, "Go get a bank card and you'll see. There's a black bar on the bank card that's used to record information. This kind of card is a magnetic stripe card."

"how?"

Yan Hong doesn't know much about science and technology.

Zhou Haoran invited him to have coffee, and as they walked, he said, "The magnetic stripes used in bank cards are all imported from abroad. The technology is advanced and mature, and the security is very high. But now China also has a very complete magnetic stripe card production process, and many aspects are still lacking."

"You'd like to do a feature on magnetic stripe cards?"

Yan Hong's eyes lit up.

I think this idea is great; it's novel and generates a lot of buzz.

Zhou Haoran asked, "Didn't you get promoted to team leader? You must have some undercover missions now, right?"

Yan Hong laughed and said, "There's no undercover mission, but I can help you with the arrangements. It's a small matter. I think the topic of magnetic stripe cards is quite interesting. It's closely related to people's livelihoods and is also a technological topic of the new era."

Zhou Haoran nodded. "Yes, many shopping malls, gyms, hair salons, supermarkets and the like have launched membership cards that users can deposit money into. These membership cards that allow you to deposit money and make purchases are all magnetic stripe cards."

Yan Hong narrowed his eyes and said, "Therefore, the magnetic stripe cards they use all have security risks and may cause losses to consumers."

"The same applies to universities!"

"University?"

“Yes, Fudan University.” Zhou Haoran stated his main purpose. “If it were just purchasing domestic brand magnetic stripe cards, that would be fine. But many institutions, in order to save on procurement costs and to line their own pockets during the procurement process, will choose those cheap and inferior magnetic stripe cards. The quality of many school meal cards and library cards is very poor!”

This isn't really alarmist.

Most magnetic stripe card fraud incidents occur on campus.

It's too easy to crack.

External magnetic stripe cards are much more secure.

For example, if a supermarket offers a magnetic stripe card for purchases, consumers need to pay to apply for it... This gives them a choice; if the quality of the magnetic stripe card is too poor, consumers won't want it.

Schools are different. Student cards are issued by the school, and students have no choice but to bear the consequences themselves.

"Fudan University?" Yan Hong's expression changed slightly. "That won't do!"

"Ok?"

"Who dares to report on Fudan University?"

"no?"

"Absolutely not!" Yan Hong had worked in the investigation team for many years and knew the ins and outs all too well. "Fudan University is at a higher level than our unit. Who would dare to report on this? It's just as sensitive as reporting on an official institution."

Zhou Haoran settled for second best, "Even an undercover investigation won't work?"

Yan Hong said sternly, "Undercover investigations are not allowed either. This is organizational discipline. How can you reveal your own secrets?"

The two went to a coffee shop.

They chatted briefly about work. Yan Hong had originally wanted to leave "People's Livelihood Investigation" and stay in the Lifestyle Channel. However, he later had the opportunity to be promoted to team leader, so he stayed and his work relationship was transferred to the General Channel.

They also said that the general channel is indeed a big channel, with better benefits and treatment than the lifestyle channel.

I invited Zhou Haoran to skip over there if he had the chance.

There's another important point.

The news programs on the general channel have the highest viewership.

If there are any local social incidents that one disapproves of, simply reporting them in the news can serve as a deterrent and punishment measure. As long as official institutions are not involved, there are virtually no restrictions on reporting by non-governmental organizations.

Zhou Haoran's eyes lit up. "If we can't report on Fudan University, how about we go and do a covert investigation on one or two private vocational colleges?"

Yan Hong smiled and said, "Sure, which school?"

“Then we’ll have to see who Zhenhua Chaoying Image Printing Factory’s clients are.” The small factory Zhou Haoran mentioned is the magnetic strip factory run by Vice Principal Zhang Xuezhen’s brother-in-law. “I don’t know exactly who they are; you’ll have to investigate that.”

Yan Hong then understood completely, "So this Zhenhua Chaoying Image Printing Factory is the main subject of the report!"

Zhou Haoran said in a deep voice, "This is definitely a factory that is seriously breaking the law. The magnetic stripe cards they produce don't even have ISO certification. Many schools have purchased their magnetic stripe cards, which means they are risking the property security of a large number of teachers and students."

Yan Hong said casually, "If the qualifications are not complete, then it's very easy. There will be no restrictions on whether it's reporting or seizure."

"Old Yan, then I'll have to trouble you with this." Zhou Haoran assigned the task. "I'll be going to the capital early next month. I'll be waiting for your good news then!"

"You're going to the capital?"

"Well, personal matters."

"I thought you signed up for a study group too!"

"What study group?"

“Now local TV stations across the country are gradually emerging, and many of them lack technical experience, so they all go to CCTV to learn.” Yan Hong is also very interested in this. “I also want to go to the Focus Interview program team for further training for a period of time.”

By early April.

Zhou Haoran and Qiao Suiqing together.

We arrived in the capital.

A sandstorm swept across the sky, almost preventing the plane from landing.

I took a taxi directly to Zhongguancun.

Zhou Haoran is very familiar with this area.

We went straight to the famous New Century Hotel.

"Is this a five-star hotel? It's so expensive!"

Qiao Suiqing thought it was too wasteful. "Let's go, how expensive can it be? This is the capital, not Shanghai."

Zhou Haoran pulled her along and led her into this place where early elites of Zhongguancun gathered.

There's a reason why Shanghai views the rest of the country as the countryside.

Twenty or thirty years later, the country had developed significantly, and the differences between cities were minimal. But the 1990s were different; the gap between Shanghai and other cities was enormous, with a clearly visible price difference.

Compared to the Bund, Ping'an Road, and Xuhui commercial district in Shanghai, Zhongguancun now appears empty and desolate, even less developed than Lujiazui.

A suite in a five-star hotel like the New Century Hotel in Shanghai would easily cost over a thousand yuan.

It's much cheaper in the capital.

It only costs 220 yuan.

This is already considered the most expensive and luxurious hotel catering to foreign guests in this area.

Qiao Suiqing was very proactive.

Only one room is available.

Back in the room, she felt a little awkward and said worriedly, "Haoran, we should have chosen a standard room!"

Zhou Haoran said dismissively, "Standard rooms are no good. These suites are so much better. They have a living room and good privacy. Otherwise, when guests come, they'll be right in front of the bed."

“But…” Qiao Suiqing bit her red lips lightly, glancing at the spacious double bed, “I’m a little worried.”

Zhou Haoran chuckled and asked, "What are you worried about?"

"What did you say?"

Qiao Suiqing rolled her eyes at him.

Zhou Haoran hugged her waist from behind and said with a grin, "Sister Qingmei, why don't you lie down and try out how soft this bed is?"

"Stop teasing me!" Qiao Suiqing shook him off, reached out her delicate hand to pinch his ear, and scolded, "Don't have any bad thoughts, understand? I'll call Auntie to let her know in a bit!"

"Huh?" Zhou Haoran's eyes widened. "It can't be that bad, can it? You shouldn't tell my mom about this, can you?"

Qiao Suiqing didn't care and snorted, "Why not say anything? We've already informed our elders about our trip to the capital, so I'm not afraid."

Zhou Haoran shouted, "I'm not afraid either!"

Qiao Suiqing said jokingly, "Aren't you afraid? What are you feeling guilty about?"

Zhou Haoran chuckled, "I'm not afraid you'll be nervous, as if I could bully you."

"Anyway, be careful. If you dare to..." Qiao Suiqing warned warily, "then you can sleep on the carpet."

Zhou Haoran laughed and picked her up, then they both fell onto the bed. He said with a smile, "Qingmei, then draw a line. Those red lines absolutely cannot be crossed?"

For him, this was all second nature.

Being a girl is inherently troublesome.

Therefore, many experienced men have a golden rule when seeking pleasure: never touch a virgin, as it causes trouble before and after the encounter.

He and Hu Xiaochen had slept in the same bed for several days before.

I'm used to it.

Qiao Suiqing was different.

Although we've lived together for so long, we've always kept to ourselves and slept in separate beds.

"You're not allowed to do anything reckless."

Qiao Suiqing lay down on the bed with him, resting her head on his arm, looking into his eyes very close.

Zhou Haoran blinked. "Can I at least hug you?"

"Ah."

Qiao Suiqing blushed slightly.

"Where's the kiss?"

Where to kiss?

"Kiss?"

Zhou Haoran hasn't tried it with her yet.

Qiao Suiqing said, embarrassed and annoyed, "You can kiss me on the cheek."

"That's too stingy."

Zhou Haoran felt that she was even more conservative than her eldest apprentice in this regard.

Qiao Suiqing whispered, "We're not married yet."

"Marriage?" Zhou Haoran nearly fainted. "That's a long way off!"

“That… um…”

Qiao Suiqing started squeaking and groaning.

"what happened?"

Zhou Haoran pulled her closer and kissed her on the cheek.

Qiao Suiqing avoided his gaze, too embarrassed to look at him, and whispered, "My mom said we can get engaged first."

"Oh, these kinds of things can be discussed by their elders. They can arrange it however they want, after all, it's a marriage arranged by parents and matchmakers."

Zhou Haoran can exude the charm of a metropolis.

However, their relationship originated from the alleyway.

It's impossible to escape the atmosphere of the alleyways and the relationships with elders.

Qiao Suiqing was a little embarrassed and said in a childish voice, "Haoran, I... I always treated you like a younger brother."

"now what?"

"It's the same now. You're just like my younger brother. If I married you, it would feel weird."

"What's wrong?"

Zhou Haoran felt that Qingmei hadn't been able to integrate into a metropolis like the harbor.

Take a look at Sheng Wenwan?
She's Aunt Wan, a generation older than me. In relationships, she should just let go of all her worries. That's the spirit of a big city.

(End of this chapter)