CHAPTER 517: CHAPTER 517: ADOPTING A GODSON

"Hello, Chen Tai, am I disturbing your work?"

Looking at Tao Qian’s ingratiating expression, Chen Bin seemed a bit surprised.

"What’s the matter?"

"Do you have time at noon? I want to treat you to lunch and update you about some work."

Instantly, Chen Bin understood the other party’s intent.

He said calmly, "You can report to your direct supervisor, no need to come to me."

"My direct supervisor’s level of understanding cannot compare to yours at all. I’ve encountered some difficulties recently, and only you can guide me. I hope you can give me a chance to learn."

While speaking, Tao Qian sincerely bowed to Chen Bin.

When Chen Bin first joined the station, Tao Qian was at his peak, always looking down on others.

Even though Chen Bin was then the Deputy Director, Tao Qian paid him no mind.

Now that the tables have turned, this scene made Chen Bin very emotional.

"I don’t have time, let’s talk about it another day."

"Alright, I’ll let you get busy."

With those words, Tao Qian respectfully left the office.

But he also knew that Chen Bin was the true decision-maker at the provincial TV station. If he didn’t curry favor with him, it would be equivalent to giving up his career entirely.

From that day onwards, Tao Qian often went to Chen Bin’s office to make his presence known.

Even if he was constantly ignored, he persisted in going.

Finally, after dozens of attempts, Chen Bin agreed to have a meal with him.

At the restaurant, Tao Qian immediately opened a bottle of high-proof Bailing Wine.

"Chen Tai, do you drink?"

"I don’t drink."

Nodding, Tao Qian filled his own glass.

Raising the wine glass towards Chen Bin, he said.

"Chen Tai, I toast to you with this glass in gratitude for giving me a chance to dine with you."

With those words, he downed the drink in one go.

Perhaps overwhelmed by emotions, after sitting down, Tao Qian actually began to cry.

"I can’t get on any programs, colleagues avoid me like the plague. I made this mess myself, I can’t blame others, but I truly realize my mistake. Chen Tai, I beg you, could you give me another chance?"

Chen Bin didn’t say a word, merely bowed his head and continued eating in silence.

Seeing this, Tao Qian dropped to his knees with a thud.

Pathetically, he said, "Chen Tai, as long as you are willing to help me, no matter what you ask of me, I’m willing to do it!"

Putting down his chopsticks, Chen Bin spoke lightly.

"Why should I trust you?"

"I’m at my most desperate now. If you help me, you’d be like a second father to me. As much of a scoundrel as I am, I couldn’t possibly betray a father, right? If you don’t trust me, you can thoroughly test me."

Chen Bin had come to this meal intending to win Tao Qian over.

Seeing that the timing was about right, he nodded slightly.

"I can give you a chance. As for whether you can seize it, that depends on you. Don’t forget that although Lan Hui has escaped, her capture is only a matter of time. If you want to avoid accountability, you need to listen."

Tao Qian had a sudden inspiration, immediately stood up to pour a glass of water, and then knelt back down in front of Chen Bin.

Raising the glass with both hands above his head.

"Chen Tai, my parents passed away early, and I never had the chance to be filial to them. I hope you can be my godfather, giving me a chance to fulfill my filial duty."

Seeing this scene, Chen Bin was quite taken aback.

He never expected that for the sake of his career, the other party would so casually acknowledge a godfather.

"Accepting me as your godfather might not be suitable, I’m not much older than you."

"Age isn’t important, what’s important is my feelings for you. Your willingness to help me is an incredible kindness, not recognizing you as my godfather really weighs on my conscience. Please, accept me!"

Seeing the determination in the other’s attitude, Chen Bin couldn’t help but hesitate.

But after considering, he finally took the cup and drained the water inside.

"Alright then, I’ll accept you as my godson!"

Hearing this, Tao Qian was overjoyed and immediately kowtowed three times.

"Thank you, godfather, I will definitely honor you in the future!"

Putting down his teacup, Chen Bin said seriously.

"You used to rely on Lan Hui and act unscrupulously in the station. I hope you learn restraint in the future. Do you understand what I mean?"

"Rest assured, godfather, I know what I’m supposed to do."

Chen Bin couldn’t stand such an address and had to say.

"Just make sure you perform well in the future, and don’t let anyone know about our relationship. Get up."

Since Tao Qian recognized a godfather, he soon returned to work.

Lan Moke was quite surprised to learn about it.

In fact, she had long wanted to ask Chen Bin for help, but due to her status as Lan Hui’s niece, she didn’t dare to act.

Later, seeing Tao Qian frequenting Chen Bin’s office every day, she quietly observed.

If Tao Qian could succeed, she’d also shamelessly approach Chen Bin.

If he failed, she wouldn’t humiliate herself.

Now that Tao Qian had resumed his normal work, Lan Moke’s thoughts became more active.

After finishing the news programs, Chen Bin began quietly contemplating entertainment shows.

After some thought, he called a meeting with the station’s arts department.

He hoped to find a new path for entertainment programming.

However, halfway through the meeting, Chen Bin couldn’t help but shout in frustration.

"Are you all just dead weight? Not a single idea. Either come up with suggestions or get out!"

Faced with the furious Chen Bin, the arts department people were all terrified, heads bowed, not daring to speak.

But even after discussion, they couldn’t think of any good ideas.

At this moment, Chen Bin realized that these people weren’t not trying, they were purely useless!

Thus, the burden of entertainment programming fell on him.

After some thought, Chen Bin instructed the arts department to investigate what types of programs the residents of Yanxi enjoy watching.

To ensure a better future, the arts department conducted online surveys and even conducted research in various cities across the province.

About half a month later, they classified the survey results and finally calculated percentages.

Looking at the report in his hand, Chen Bin began to ponder how to proceed with the program.

When he’d encountered difficulties in the past, he always liked lying in Zhao Xinmei’s arms.

In that comforting environment, he always found a way through.

Unfortunately, the noise they made last time woke up Zhao Nianbing.

Though they managed to get through it, Zhao Xinmei no longer allowed Chen Bin to fool around.

Later, moving into Liao Ruoji’s house, life was stable enough, but then Liao Ruoli came along.

Not wanting to face those two troublesome kids, Chen Bin chose overtime work instead.

At about half-past eight in the evening, a strong hunger hit him.

Just as he was preparing to find some food, there was a sudden knock at the door.

"Come in!"

Right after, Lan Moke entered holding a food container.

"Chen Tai, are you busy?"

Though Lan Moke was only in her twenties, she had a strong mature woman’s aura.

Coupled with her attractive face, she was quite eye-catching.

She came as a surprise to Chen Bin.

"Is there something you need from me?"