I'm live-streaming Pokémon science popularization on New World.

He Zhong's expression was equally serious. He added, "This is indeed an oversight in our recent work."

"In order to quickly restore traffic flow in various cities and restore order, the efforts to monitor and guide online public opinion have been somewhat dispersed."

"Moreover, our technical department has detected that among these negative voices, there are obvious and organized overseas IPs that are fueling the flames, deliberately amplifying and distorting individual events, and inciting confrontational sentiments. They are taking the opportunity to muddy the waters and undermine the foundation of mutual trust we have initially established."

Lin Dao took Li Hao's phone and quickly browsed through the hostile headlines, the one-sidedly edited videos, and the obscene comments below.

Lin Dao quickly scanned the document, his brows furrowing deeper and deeper.

He saw how fear was exploited, how goodwill was misinterpreted, and the danger that his focus on high-level communication in recent days, which to some extent neglected direct communication with the broadest public, had created an information vacuum that was maliciously filled.

"If we don't occupy the battleground of public opinion, it will be occupied by voices with ulterior motives."

Lin Dao handed the phone back to Li Hao, his voice steady yet carrying an undeniable authority.

"We can't let this fester. Let's get ready, we're going to go live. Right now."

He turned to He Zhong, looking him straight in the eye: "Captain He, I need a clear official stance and support."

"I hope that during this live broadcast, I will have the authority to appropriately disclose to the public the cooperation framework and basic principles we have discussed over the past few days. This is more powerful than any empty reassurance."

Without the slightest hesitation, He Zhong nodded immediately: "I understand."

"In fact, the higher authorities have already made preparations for the current situation."

"The press release and official statement regarding the decision to reach a strategic cooperation with you to jointly promote the harmonious coexistence of humans and Baotou, as well as the upcoming 'Demonstration New City' plan, are ready and were originally scheduled to be released tomorrow morning."

"Given the urgency of the situation, I will now apply for advance authorization and coordinate resources to fully support your live stream."

"Okay." Lin Dao nodded, then said to Li Hao, "Go and set up the equipment we brought. Choose a suitable location with a background that shows we are still working normally and moving around freely."

"The title of the live stream... will be 'Facing the Problems Head-on, Discussing the Future'."

Li Hao nodded emphatically and immediately ran off to prepare.

He Zhong also quickly stepped aside and began reporting and coordinating via encrypted communication.

At the entrance of the conference room, only Lin Dao and Shen Yu'er, who had been quietly listening, remained.

Shen Yu'er looked at Lin Dao's profile as he calmly gave instructions, her eyes filled with complex emotions.

Following him for the past few days has made her understand better than anyone the pressure Lin Dao has been under and the effort he has put in. She has also come to appreciate the absurdity and hurtfulness of those unfounded accusations online.

Lin Dao turned his head and looked at Shen Yu'er.

Working together over the past few days has given him a thorough understanding and trust in this intelligent, meticulous, and resilient woman.

"Miss Shen," Lin Dao began, his tone earnest.

"Although this online controversy was an accident, it also reminds us that changing perceptions and spreading correct understanding is a protracted battle that requires a multi-pronged approach."

"Official cooperation and technology transfer are the skeleton, but the flesh and blood need culture, stories, and a kind of deep and subtle dissemination."

Shen Yu'er seemed to have a premonition of something, and her heart beat slightly faster.

"It's time to officially launch the 'Pokémon Culture Promotion and Development Group' that I previously agreed upon with the official team."

Lin Dao looked into her eyes. "This group will operate independently and will initially focus on systematically shaping Pokémon culture and popularizing the concept of coexistence in ways that are popular with the public—animation, games, publications, themed events, and so on."

"It needs a person in charge who has both learning ability and execution skills, and who has a basic understanding and agreement with what we are doing."

He paused for a moment, then said bluntly, "I've seen everything you've done these past few days."

"You are calm, efficient, good at communication, and can quickly understand complex information."

"I hope you can accept this position and serve as the group's CEO."

Shen Yu'er's breath hitched.

This invitation carries far more weight than her previous role as an "assistant".

This is not just a job, but an opportunity to stand at the forefront of the times and personally participate in shaping the future.

A meteoric rise! Just a few days ago, she was an ordinary graduate student worrying about her graduation thesis and future job; just a few days later, she was entrusted with a responsibility that could affect hundreds of millions of people?

After the initial shock came a deep sense of unease.

A tremendous opportunity came with immense pressure.

"Mr. Lin, I...I'm afraid I'm not up to the task."

Shen Yu'er's voice was a little dry, "This position is too important, the attention is too high, and the pressure is beyond my imagination."

"I'm far from lacking in qualifications, abilities, and connections. There should be many more suitable candidates..."

"Pressure? Ability?" Lin Dao picked up where she left off, a calm yet confident smile on his face.

"Abilities are honed through practice. I believe in your potential. Before I came into this world, I was just an ordinary person with far fewer abilities than you. As for pressure..."

He patted the Emerald Poké Ball hanging from his waist, which contained the proof of his alliance with Salamence and represented his confidence.

"This position is explicitly stated in the cooperation agreement that I am in charge of nominating and managing it."

"The authorities can provide support and advice, but they have no right to forcibly interfere in operations. As for any undue pressure from the outside..."

Lin Dao's eyes sharpened for a moment.

"Just tell me directly. I'd love to see who thinks they can 'outshine' me, outshine the partners behind me, and outshine the era we're creating."

These words were both an encouragement to Shen Yu'er and a declaration.

He was not just appointing an executor, but establishing a new set of operating rules that were independent of the old system.

His words, though lacking in fervor, carried a power as steady as a mountain and as firm as a rock.

That's not arrogance, but absolute confidence based on strength and conviction.

Looking at the man in front of her, who was about the same age as her but seemed to carry the weight of the world, Shen Yu'er's last hesitation melted away like thin ice under the sun.

She took a deep breath, straightened her back, and her eyes regained their clarity and determination.

"I understand, Mr. Lin." She nodded solemnly. "I accept this responsibility."

"I will do my best to do this well."

Lin Dao smiled, a smile filled with encouragement and trust: "Very good. Well then, Mr. Shen, let's begin our first crisis public relations effort with this upcoming live broadcast."

"Prepare to take notes of the key points; the subsequent dissemination plan is up to you."

At the end of the corridor, Li Hao waved to indicate that the equipment had been set up.

He Zhong also walked back and said in a low voice.

"Approval has been granted from above, authorizing you to appropriately disclose the cooperation framework during the live stream, with press releases to be simultaneously pushed out. The live stream signal will receive priority push and key protection across the entire platform."

Lin Dao straightened his collar, his gaze sweeping over the anxious Li Hao, the composed He Zhong, and the bright-eyed Shen Yu'er who had just taken on the important task, before finally settling on the vast sky outside the window.

"Let's go," he said. "It's time to hand over the truth and the future to all those who care about it."