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At 2 PM, the official account of the Land of Light released a statement.

[Investigation report on the offer breach incident.]

The article states that, according to an internal investigation by the Land of Light, there is no record of He Gangshi's interview.

Since the founding of the Land of Light, only one interviewee named Takeshi Tsuruno has been personally persuaded to leave by Hikaru.

In response, the Land of Light voluntarily compensated him with three months' salary for his position.

The moment the message was sent out, some people seized upon it as a pretext for criticism.

"See! The Land of Light has admitted it! This person really exists!"

"Does it not meet the requirements? Specifically, where does it not meet the requirements? Is this discrimination?"

"Those from cherry blossom-growing provinces don't meet the requirements? Is that regional discrimination?"

"Heh, big companies are indeed arrogant; they can't even be bothered to make up a reason."

"You still reserve the right to pursue legal action? Who are you trying to scare? It's so hard for ordinary people to protect their rights!"

Online trolls became even more active, desperately trying to steer the conversation toward workplace bullying and large companies oppressing ordinary people.

Some influential figures, even those with a neutral or neutral stance, joined in, publishing lengthy analyses.

Discuss "the transparency of corporate recruitment and the protection of job seekers' rights".

Although the Land of Light was not directly named, the implication of veiled criticism was obvious.

The entire Chinese entertainment industry has mobilized.

They've been waiting for this opportunity for far too long.

The Land of Light works can't compete, the reputation can't match, and the benefits can't compare.

Now that we've finally caught some dirt on them, even if it's just hearsay, we'll attack them relentlessly.

"What's the point of eating well in the cafeteria? What's the point of treating employees well? They're still capitalists at heart!"

"The scene of Ah-Guang's persona collapsing."

"I suggest checking the Land of Light's tax and employment contracts; there are definitely still problems!"

The battle for public opinion is raging.

The atmosphere inside the Land of Light was somewhat oppressive.

Although Yang Qian asked everyone to work normally, it's impossible for her not to have any reaction since it's her own company that's being criticized by the entire internet.

In the cafeteria, Chef Sui specially stewed a large pot of loofah and pork rib soup, saying it was to clear heat and reduce internal fire.

The employees, holding their soup bowls, sat in small groups, discussing quietly.

"Someone must be trying to smear us."

"But what's the deal with that Tsuruno Takeshi?"

"Director Yang must have his reasons for saying no."

"I believe in Director Yang."

Most long-term employees choose to trust unconditionally.

However, some newcomers inevitably harbor doubts in their eyes.

In the office, Yang Qian stood alone by the window.

My phone vibrated.

Lin Chen: "Found it."

Takeshi Tsuruno is from Sakura Province and currently resides in City A.

The commonly used ID is "Goshi's Ambition".

She has accounts on X, Instagram, and Facebook, and uses a secondary Weibo account in China to follow Sakura Boy. On the surface, she shares her daily life, but in reality...

Attached: Screenshots packaged in .zip file

"He's a shaman, Guangda. I'll handle this."

Yang Qian opened the compressed file.

It contains dozens of screenshots, spanning nearly two years.

On August 15th, X posted an article.

"On the day the war ended, we remember."

The accompanying picture shows the entrance to a public toilet.

On August 10, I liked a tweet about "freedom" posted by a Hong Kong youth account.

In April, I forwarded comments from a Japanese lawmaker regarding the safety of nuclear wastewater.

Even earlier, there were selfies of people making a peace sign in front of the toilet, captioned "History is worth remembering."

And on the Weibo side account "Chasing Cherry Blossoms Boy".

He masquerades as an ordinary anime enthusiast, but occasionally inadvertently forwards rumors that incite regional conflict.

Or perhaps it's an attempt to whitewash certain sensitive events.

The latest Weibo post was published three days ago.

"Some companies make patriotic animations on the surface, but secretly discriminate against people from Japan. Heh, hypocritical."

Yang Qian closed the image and replied to Lin Chen.

"Remember to use the smaller account."

"rest assured."

"How about the Spear of Longinus? It would be perfect to pair with the Asuka figure."

"Please have some decency."

4:20 PM.

A newly registered Weibo account named Truth Excavator 007 posted a long image post.

Title: Exposing the True Face of "He Gangshi, the Light-Chasing Youth": Do You Dare to See It?

The long image, presented in a timeline format, clearly lists Tsuruno Takeshi's numerous comments and likes on overseas social media platforms.

Key milestones, sensitive dates, controversial topics...

It's clear at a glance.

Especially the selfie taken in front of the toilet on August 15th, and the screenshot of liking the argument that nuclear wastewater is safe.

The post ended with a short text.

"This Mr. Tsuruno Takeshi visits the Yasukuni Shrine on overseas platforms and likes right-wing rhetoric, while at home he pretends to be a victim, fabricating lies about discrimination against people from the Sakura Prefecture in the Land of Light, inciting confrontation and exploiting sympathy."

"I want to ask: Who is discriminating? Who is inciting? Who is undermining unity?"

"What's wrong with the Land of Light rejecting someone with distorted values ​​and questionable stance?"

"Are we really going to cast someone who worships demons as Ultraman, the protector of humanity?"

The post did not tag anyone.

However, after it was posted, it was quickly reposted by several influential figures who follow current affairs.

Then, it spread like wildfire.

"Holy crap!!! This...!"

"Worshiping ghosts?? Praising nuclear wastewater?? Is this even human?"

"No wonder the Land of Light doesn't want him! I wouldn't want him either!"

"Those who previously criticized the Land of Light, come out and say something?"

"So He Gangshi really is Tsuruno Takeshi; he deliberately changed his name to smear others!"

"The Land of Light's move was a precise mine-clearing!"

"Director Yang did a great job! People like that should get lost!"

Public opinion reversed instantly.

Those rational commentators and online trolls who were previously the most vocal have fallen silent.

"Even if his stance is questionable, the Land of Light's breach of contract is a fact!"

—Reply: "You broke your contract! Didn't you see you already lost money?"

"Refusing is fine, but why not give a reason? That's disrespectful!"

—Reply: "Why give people who worship at the shrine a reason? Are you trying to give me face?"

"First it becomes a house, second it becomes flowers, Tsuruno Takeshi, I am xxxxx."

#Tsuguno Takeshi's Ghost Worship#

The hashtag #Land of Light Rejects Actors Who Worship Ghosts# suddenly appeared on the trending searches.

The hashtag #RecruitmentBreach# that previously attacked the Land of Light is now filled with mockery and apologies.

"I'm sorry, Land of Light, I was wrong!"

"Teacher A-Guang, I was too young and easily swayed!"

"The Land of Light's attack is currently in the atmosphere!"

"I suggest investigating those online trolls who are stirring up trouble; see if they've been paid dirty money!"

The online troll accounts hired by powerful figures in the Chinese entertainment industry have begun deleting comments in bulk and pretending to be dead.

Several influential Weibo users who had stirred up trouble quietly deleted their posts, pretending nothing had happened.

7 PM.

[Land of Light Animation Studio - Hikaru] Update.

It's a short video featuring Miriam Yeung herself.

The background is his office.

Yang Qian stood in front of the camera wearing a simple gray sweatshirt.

"Hello everyone, I'm A-Guang."

"Regarding today's events, I apologize for taking up public resources and disturbing everyone. On behalf of the Kingdom of Light, I sincerely apologize."

"First of all, I must admit that I did not do a good enough job in handling the interview with Takeshi Tsuruno."

Due to certain principles, I made the decision not to hire the candidate, but I did not provide a more detailed explanation to the candidate, which led to misunderstanding and dissatisfaction, and thus triggered today's controversy.

This was my oversight, and I take responsibility.

He bowed slightly.

The comments section was flooded with messages instantly.

"Everbright, don't apologize! You did nothing wrong!"

"The one who should apologize is the one who visited the Yasukuni Shrine!"

"The comment upstairs is too polite. If you ask me, it's more like..."

Yang Qianzhi stood up and continued.

"This incident has also served as a wake-up call for us."

The Land of Light is growing rapidly, and our recruitment process and communication mechanisms need to be improved and made more humane.

We will immediately begin improvements to ensure that every applicant receives clear and timely feedback in the future.

"Secondly, I would like to reiterate the Land of Light's principles for employing people."

We value ability, but we value character even more.

We welcome talent, and we value shared values ​​even more.

The works of the Land of Light aim to convey courage, hope, love, and justice.

Our criteria for choosing partners must also align with this.

"Finally, I'd like to take this opportunity to report some news to everyone."

He paused, a smile appearing on his face.

"The movie 'Ultraman Tiga: The Final War' has completed all filming and entered the post-production stage."

"Because of this incident, the role that Tsuruno Takeshi originally auditioned for in the movie has become vacant."

"After discussion within the production team, a decision was made."

Yang Qian looked at the camera with a serious expression.

"I'll temporarily fill in for this role."

"This can be considered a small punishment for my mishandling of the situation."

He was joking.

The chat exploded:

"??? Ah Guang himself is acting?"

"Holy crap! It's confirmed that Hikaru is Ultraman's human form!"

"The two pilots who crashed are in position."

"Everbright: We've made some good animations, so we're rewarding ourselves by playing Ultraman."

"The movie! The Ultraman Tiga movie! We've finally waited for it!"

At the end of the video, Yang Qian said...

"See you in theaters on Chinese New Year's Day for 'Ultraman Tiga: The Final Battle'."

May the light always shine upon those with kind hearts.

The video ends.

Shares, likes, and comments surged exponentially.

#TigaMovieChineseNewYearDay1#

#Ah Guang's cameo appearance#

It topped the trending searches.

7pm.

The Dining Hall of the Land of Light.

Chef Sui prepared sweet fermented rice balls and scallion oil noodles for supper tonight, and the aroma was irresistible.

The employees working overtime gathered together, eating while watching online news broadcast on the cafeteria TV.

Reporting on the Land of Light's reversal incident.

"Awesome! That's so awesome!"

"Director Yang's last video was absolutely awesome!"

"A movie! Our company is making a movie!"

"Director Yang is going to act in it himself? Hahahaha!"

"That Tsuruno Takeshi, he's probably hiding at home now, too scared to go out, right?"

"Serves you right!"

The atmosphere was lively, and the previous tension was completely dispelled.

Su Xiaoran, carrying a bowl, found Yang Qian sitting alone in the corner.

"Director Yang, are you really going to make a cameo appearance?"

She asked in a low voice.

"Yes, there aren't many lines, just a few scenes."

Yang Qian was eating glutinous rice balls.

"Perfect, I can experience the hardships of being an actor."

"As for Tsuruno Takeshi..."

Yang Qian put down her spoon.

"The Ministry of Justice will pursue his liability for defamation."

"However, after this exposure, he probably won't be able to stay in the domestic market anymore. He brought it on himself."

Su Xiaoran nodded, then seemed to remember something.

"Oh, by the way, Director Guo Fan just contacted me. He said 'Ultraman Jack' premieres tonight and asked if you wanted to watch it together?"

Yang Qian glanced at the time.

"Yes, of course we should see it."

He stood up.

"Let's go to the screening room."

"Don't forget to bring some late-night snacks, and also take some for Guo Fan and the others."

It was exactly 8 p.m.

The first episode of "Ultraman Jack" was released on time on Starlight Video.

The story begins with high-energy action: a monster attack, the MAT team's deployment, Hideki Go being hit by a car while saving a child and a dog, Ultraman Jack possessing him, and a giant-sized battle ensues...

Yang Qian stood in the shadows of the corridor, watching all of this.

The phone lit up briefly.

Lin Chen: "When will the figure ship? Urgent, waiting online."

Yang Qian smiled and replied.

"It will be shipped tomorrow. Also, I'll give you a small gift."

"What is it?"

"Tickets to the premiere of the movie 'Ultraman Tiga,' front row."

"If you do not reject me, I am willing to become your godfather."