Ding, secondary mission activated: Become a star and reach the top of the domestic entertainment industry. Time limit: 8 years. Mission punishment: This mission is released to coordinate with the main mission. If the mission fails, you won't want to know the punishment." The system sounded a bit haughty.
Ye Guang was speechless.
Become a star? Ye Guang was a bit confused. Why did he need to become a star? Was there a connection between being a teacher and a star?
After thinking carefully, Ye Guang started to understand. This was because the system analyzed the five major factors for Kong Sheng's success.
First: High cultural level; Second: Strong personal abilities; Third: Having thoughts and ideas; Fourth: Having a big name; Fifth: Having numerous disciples and followers.
First, having a high cultural level. Kong Sheng had countless disciples, and half of the literati in the world regarded him as their teacher. His high cultural level was beyond doubt. Ye Guang also understood why he would have dreams of the fictional world during his university years. The system's original intention was not for him to have a lovey-dovey time with his partner, but mainly to let him experience and learn about the cultural knowledge of that world. To improve his own cultural level. Ye Guang felt a bit embarrassed because even though he had the skill of photographic memory, he was so engrossed in being intimate with his wife in his dreams that he didn't have much interest in the schools. He did learn a little, but compared to Kong Sheng's cultural level, he was not far behind, maybe just a Mount Everest.
Second, having strong personal abilities. Kong Sheng was a versatile talent, skilled in music, chess, calligraphy, painting, archery, and riding. His personal abilities were evident. Moreover, Kong Sheng wore a sword. Don't think that Kong Sheng's sword was just an accessory. Although he was a scholar, he didn't have the weak image of a typical scholar. Historical records stated that Kong Sheng's father was a military general, so he was certainly not small in stature. According to records, Kong Sheng was over nine feet tall. Although there might be some exaggeration or fabrication in these records to enhance the image of the sage, multiple sources indicated that Kong Sheng was definitely tall.
Having a sword showed that Kong Sheng valued martial arts. Besides, when Kong Sheng traveled around the various states, he needed some martial power to deal with bandits and criminals. Could it be that Kong Sheng could scare off bandits and criminals with just his mouth? If he encountered bandits on the road, he would just need to talk them away? Or perhaps he could talk them to death, eliminating the threat to the people! Haha, going off on a tangent here. Regarding personal abilities, Ye Guang felt that he didn't have much to show, but he had the system! He had already witnessed the power of the system's skills. With the system, would he ever have to worry about not having abilities?
Third, having thoughts and ideas. Confucianism, the school of thought introduced by Kong Sheng, was the mainstream of Chinese traditional culture and had profound influences. It was the most influential school of thought in China and mainstream consciousness of ancient China. It was the first of the hundred schools of thought! This realm was too high, and Ye Guang believed that he couldn't reach it.
Fourth, having a big name. Kong Sheng's success was not only due to his academic achievements. Why was Confucianism considered the most respected among the hundred schools of thought in the Pre-Qin period? Some people said it was because of its applicability in historical times. In fact, Legalism was also highly suitable throughout the ages, but it never surpassed Confucianism in status. Let's not discuss the applicability in historical times. It's a huge topic.
Kong Sheng's success was inseparable from his reputation. For over a decade, Kong Sheng traveled the states with his disciples, spreading culture, although he faced many hardships. However, during that time of information blockage, this action was a very powerful means of promotion. It gave him a tremendous amount of reputation. Many people might not know who the prime minister of their neighboring country was, but they knew who Kong Sheng was. With fame and popularity, Kong Sheng had a solid foundation when he later advocated for education.
Ye Guang estimated that the system wanted him to become a star for this reason. Fame! With fame, things would become easier. Otherwise, even if he taught as an elementary school teacher for several lifetimes, he would never receive the title of the "teacher for all ages." Not because he didn't do well enough, but simply because his audience was too small. And when it came to fame, besides a few top leaders, who had the highest fame? That's right, the stars!
Fifth, having numerous disciples and followers. It meant the same thing. The more disciples and followers one had, the wider the spread of cultural transmission. Similarly, the higher the popularity of a star, the more fans and influence they would have.
Ye Guang finally understood. It seemed inevitable for him to become a star. However, becoming a star was not as simple as it sounded. Did he have to go to the capital and work as an extra for a few years? Then hope to be noticed by a female director, be taken advantage of, and rise to fame? Don't make him laugh. Although Ye Guang wasn't ugly, he wasn't as handsome as those young, fresh-faced idols. What should he do? Ye Guang was in distress, with no way to enter the entertainment industry!
Right, Uncle Li! Ye Guang suddenly thought of someone.
Uncle Li was his father's comrade-in-arms, and he had always been in contact with Ye Guang's family. It seemed that he worked at JX Radio Station, which was considered part of the entertainment industry. Great, he decided to ask his father.
In the living room, Ye Guang's father was drinking tea, while his mother was lying on the sofa watching TV.
"Hey," Ye Guang greeted his father as he approached. "Dad, are you drinking tea? It must be cold by now. Let me go get you a hot refill."
His father didn't even raise his head. "No need. I just poured it. It will stay warm."
Ye Guang forced a smile and then went to his mother. "Mom, watching TV? It's not good for your health to lie down like this. Are your legs numb? Let me give you a massage." He reached out to help.
His mother snorted in disdain. "What nonsense are you up to now? Get out of here."
Ye Guang was displeased. "Mom, do you have to say that about your own son? Isn't what I'm doing just showing filial piety? Aren't I still your own son?"
His mother retorted, "No! You were given as a free bonus."
"Heh, so Dad used to do the job of recharging your phone." Ye Guang chuckled.
His mother lightly kicked him and said, "You've got a mouth on you."
His father took a sip of tea and said, "Alright, what do you want? Speak up."
"Well, since Mom brought it up, I thought you had a friend called Uncle Li. He works at the radio station, right?" Ye Guang asked his father with a smile.
His father was a bit puzzled and asked, "Why are you asking this?"
Ye Guang smiled and said, "I want to become a star, so I thought maybe Dad can ask Uncle Li to see if there are any opportunities."
His father: …
His mother immediately told him to get lost.
Ye Guang didn't give up. "Mom, please don't say that. I'm serious this time."
His mother replied dismissively, "I don't believe you! If you were not serious, would your dad and I have dragged you back like a herd of horses?"
Ye Guang was at a loss for words. "Mom, really, I'm serious this time. I promise. Just trust me once."
"I don't believe you!" His mother didn't think twice. "With your appearance, how can you become a star? Have you even looked at yourself in the mirror? You don't look like a star at all."
Ye Guang went straight to the bathroom.
A minute later, Ye Guang confidently walked out of the bathroom and said, "Mom, I looked at myself seriously, and I think I'm good-looking. I believe I can do it!"
"Pffft." His mother was both angry and amused. "Don't talk nonsense with me. I'm still mad about your resignation. Get lost right now."
Since his approach with his mother failed, Ye Guang went to his father with a hopeful face.
His father calmly sipped his tea. "Don't look at me. Your mother has the final say at home, and you know that."
His mother sneered triumphantly at Ye Guang.
Ye Guang felt embarrassed and murmured, "A grown man, and the woman still calls the shots at home. How shameful."
His father became irritated. "What did you say, you brat!"
Ye Guang quickly changed his tune. "I said, Dad, you are wise, mighty, unparalleled, decisive! I was complimenting you!"
His father snorted. "Don't think I didn't hear what you said. Don't try to provoke me. I won't fall for your tricks!"
Ye Guang felt ashamed. Well, his little trick failed. Then he saw his father take out his phone and make a call. "Hello, Lao Li, it's me. I have something to ask you."
Ye Guang stared dumbfoundedly as his father chatted with the person on the phone for seven or eight minutes before hanging up.
Ye Guang hurriedly asked, "Dad, did you call Uncle Li? What did he say?"
"It's done!" His father feeling confident and full of confidence, displaying the demeanor of the head of the family. "Uncle Li said you can go directly to him for registration tomorrow!"
Ye Guang said blankly. Hey! That was so easy? Why did it feel a bit unbelievable? Dad is so mighty! The strategy of provocation really worked.
Ye Guang was overjoyed. "Dad, you're amazing. You really are the head of the family!"
His father responded calmly, portentously raising his teacup. "Go and get me a fresh cup!"
"Alright!" Ye Guang happily went to pour his father a cup of tea.
His mother glared at his father, muttering to herself, "I'll deal with you later."
His father suddenly felt a chill and shrank his neck, instantly losing half his confidence.
Regarding Ye Guang's matter, his mother didn't say anything more. She agreed by default. Although a woman may be assertive at home, when it comes to decisions made by the two men of the family, she should give face where it is due. This is the wise approach of a clever woman. Let the boy play around, she doesn't care. Having him at home is just a nuisance for her. She doesn't want to cater to him.
And so, Ye Guang's work arrangement was determined.
The next day, Ye Guang woke up early. He shaved, washed his hair, applied some hair gel, put on a suit, and a tie. He quickly ate a breakfast made by his mother and headed out. Today was his first day of work.
Ye Guang's home was quite far from the radio station, and his electric scooter couldn't reach there. He took the subway for five stops, changed two buses, and walked over a kilometer. Finally, at 8:30 am, he arrived at the entrance of JX Radio Station. The work hours for the radio station started at 9 am. Ye Guang was someone with a strong sense of time, and especially on the first day of work, it wouldn't look good if he was late.
The JX radio and television station building had a total of twenty floors, with JX Radio Station and JX Television Station being on the eighth and ninth floors. The other floors belonged to JX Television Station and other departments. The name of the building was JX Television Station, and the radio station was its subordinate organization. JX Radio Station was a provincial radio station that covered the whole JX region. Over the years, its programs had been steadily gaining popularity. Compared to local radio stations that only covered a city, JX Radio Station had a much higher listener rating. Of course, it was incomparable to the central radio station and the first-tier metropolis with high population density.
This would be his workplace from now on!