Closer to Revealing My True Self
Chapter 614 - 402 Vacation Area_1

Chapter 614: Chapter 402 Vacation Area_1

Publicity Department of the United Security Agency.

An emergency meeting was convened again due to changes in online public sentiment.

It’s Feng Yi again.

This time, the impact was even larger.

They even received calls from their counterparts in other countries asking, "Did you pull some kind of clever trick?"

A clever trick?

What kind of trick?

We’re confused too!

"Before Feng Yi went to the meeting, didn’t you instruct him to say anything?"

"We did, and Feng Yi did so. Indeed, he was passive this time."

"But, it must be said, considering Professor Jordell’s actions and the content of his report today, it seems quite reasonable."

"Does that mean we’ve made a mountain out of a molehill again?"

"This wave of public sentiment is easy to manage; I’m just wondering how things developed this way. Why did Feng Yi’s photo appear at that event? Didn’t anyone object?"

"It’s probably out of respect for Feng Yi’s shareholder status at Ancestral Factory."

"Not necessarily. Given the nature of this symposium, there should have been quite a few dissenting voices."

"There were opposing voices, but not against Feng Yi. The debate was on an academic level,

and at that level, the focus was only on Professor Jordell and not on needlessly targeting Feng Yi."

"Alright, this public sentiment wave has nothing to do with Feng Yi; continue monitoring online trends."

Because they knew that this wave of online discussion wasn’t instigated by Feng Yi, the Publicity Department of the United Security Agency wasn’t going to blame him.

Everyone kept to their own tasks.

As for others, even groups that usually pay no attention to the news or social media have come to know about Feng Yi’s move.

Perhaps because the topic was brought up in a different context this time, people’s thoughts have slightly changed—

Feng Yi must really love snakes to the extreme, right?

Otherwise, it doesn’t make sense!

Indeed, as Professor Jordell said in his report, this is the beautiful emotion and imagination projected between humans and natural creatures!

This is true love!

After all, this fame has gone international, and it’s not even within the entertainment circles; the status has climbed another level!

There were people leaving comments on Feng Yi’s social media:

[I was narrow-minded [fist and palm salute]]

[Brother Yi, when the museum opened, your photo was first leaked and many said it was a childish and ridiculous act. But now, after seeing Professor Jordell’s report, I began to understand [thumbs up]]

[I also understand]

[Understood +1]

[It’s all about love! [Heart]]

Seeing these, Feng Yi: "..."

What love or not love!

Although I don’t know what you’ve understood, I’m definitely not what you think I am!

Numbness.

Although I was prepared to be misunderstood by people in order to achieve my goal.

When the museum plan was first developed and tested in this world, hadn’t I already braced for this mentally?

Now the goal has not only been reached, it’s been exceeded, not just domestically but globally!

But this process...

I truly don’t want to recall it!

You think it’s all over, but it might unfold before you in another way.

Over and over again.

What can one do?

Feng Yi clenched his fists.

Be strong!

The next day, Feng Yi had no meetings scheduled for the morning, and he received a video call from Steve.

Steve had obviously seen the news too. When the call connected, he laughed, "Hahaha, Jordell still has quite the discernment. He’s always been fond of you, and to choose your photo from so many online, he truly has a keen eye! If it were someone else, it wouldn’t have been the same, certainly not as excellent as he is! I was just talking to him, praising him for his good judgment!"

Feng Yi just smiled and responded a few times. He didn’t want to talk about this topic.

Steve continued, "I actually wanted to talk more with Jordell, but he’s too busy with work, he still has several meetings in the morning. Oh yeah, I also sent him that edited photo of mine in a private chat."

Feng Yi’s curiosity surged, "And then?"

Steve: "He hasn’t responded to me yet, I guess he hasn’t seen it."

Feng Yi thought to himself: Professor Jordell does have meetings this morning, but he shouldn’t be so busy that he has no time to reply to a message.

Steve remembered something and asked, "Once this conference is over, do you have any other plans?"

Feng Yi replied, "I’m planning to take a trip to the rainforest."

Steve instantly beamed with joy, "That’s great! I’ll send you a guide later, you can pick a few spots that interest you, just take it as a relaxation and vacation!"

As Steve spoke, he became more serious, "But the tropical rainforest is still different. It’s your first time going there, so you should prepare more. There are many dangers in the rainforest. Don’t go alone."

Feng Yi nodded, "I know."

In the afternoon, Feng Yi returned to the conference venue.

The conference wasn’t just for one day, and there were still meetings he must attend.

As soon as Feng Yi appeared at the venue, reporters swarmed around him for interviews.

Fortunately, Feng Yi had made ample preparations the night before.

Yi’s team had been arranged properly, and they had planned what to say to the reporters, how to respond to questions involving the Ancestral Factory, how to handle the situation, and even manage expressions.

Feng Yi had rehearsed at the hotel already, and with his thick-skinned training, he could deal with awkward topics without flinching.

At least on the surface, that was the case.

After dealing with a wave of reporters again, Feng Yi went to the restroom.

Passing a corner, he overheard a conversation between two people.

They must have just come out of the smoking room, still reeking of smoke.

A younger-sounding voice, tinged with acidity, said, "He’s just a shareholder of the Ancestral Factory, what’s the big deal? Look at those reporters!"

The other, more stable voice replied, "Just a shareholder? Do you know how many people the Ancestral Factory feeds? Oh, you might not feel that. Let me put it another way, do you know how many millionaires the two strains of active substances from the Ancestral Factory have created?"

The younger one was momentarily speechless.

Obviously, he was aware of these matters as well.

Why are so many scientific companies and research teams going crazy over it?

Because the interests behind it are too huge!

As long as you can produce something from this active substance, you will possess both reputation and profit!

Even if you aren’t tempted by money, what about reputation? Prestige? The power of discourse in the academic field?

Or perhaps more nobly, the ability to seek welfare for the people, for all living beings?

Choosing this path in life, you have to be aiming for something, right?

That’s why so, so many people want to pry something away from the Ancestral Factory.

However, the power holders of the Ancestral Factory are impervious.

Under the absolute control of Mr. and Mrs. Yue Gongyang, although there aren’t many shareholders of the Ancestral Factory, and they don’t have much say, that’s what so many people envy!

Every shareholder is extraordinary! And they must know something!

Encountering Feng Yi, who seemed easy to handle and not as crafty and experienced as the other shareholders, the difficulty level had dropped, so of course they had to try!

Behind all the flattery and adulation, there were also many traps and hidden arrows.

Feng Yi didn’t continue to listen and left quietly.

He was aware of these things and had prepared mentally.

Being able to perceive the true emotions of others, even facing so many false faces and all those flattering words, he could still see the truth and remain calm.

In fact, things were not as people thought.

For Feng Yi, he would not interfere with the management of the Ancestral Factory; he had his responsibilities.

Once the enormous machine that was the Ancestral Factory started, it could bring endless wealth, but at the same time, it meant he bore many responsibilities, not to be stopped unless necessary!

If stopped midway, it would smash so many people’s rice bowls!

He couldn’t act on a whim.

Feng Yi was very clear about this: since he benefited from it, he had to pay his dues.

Like attending the symposium this time, he didn’t forget to collect the venom before leaving.

As the sole supplier of the raw material for the whole world, if he cut the supply, once the Ancestral Factory ran out of stock, many research projects would have to stop. And the ongoing ones, stopping for a day meant burning money for nothing.

"I carry a heavy responsibility!" he thought.

In the free time during the afternoon meeting, Feng Yi had also looked over some interaction areas inside the venue, where many residents and tourists were entering for a visit.

The interaction area was not for profit, as they didn’t charge an entrance fee.

The interaction area displayed the conservation achievements of endangered species, while also proving that the funds spent by the research teams were put to good use and yielded results.

If you can’t understand data, are impatient with literature or couldn’t listen to reports, then listen to the more down-to-earth introductions by the staff here. For residents and tourists, it is also a good experience, and some brought their children to feel the atmosphere of science popularization.

Feng Yi wanted to wander there too, but unfortunately, he couldn’t.

There were too many probes from all directions.

During the next few days of the event, apart from a few meetings he must attend, Feng Yi would avoid others as much as possible. He couldn’t keep a low profile even if he wanted to.

He didn’t want to spend time dealing with probes from all sides.

If he couldn’t be bothered to deal with it, then just run away!

Looking at the schedule, Feng Yi said to Jia, "Let’s get ready according to our previous plan; we’ll leave early."

It was a pity, though, because he had wanted to visit some of the exhibition activities in the interaction areas at the venue. The exhibition areas would be open to the public for two or three days after the conference, and he had already gone to confirm the site beforehand.

Now, if he wanted to see, he could only watch through live broadcasts online or videos uploaded by others.

Well then, some sacrifices must be made for some gains. Since he had decided to find a quiet place to hide, he could only give up on this side.

But speaking of the interactive area, most of the animals displayed were artificially bred by research centers or some legitimate breeding institutions, with relatively mild temperaments. If not mild, they wouldn’t be displayed in such places.

But being too mild did not highlight the characteristics of the species.

In terms of species, animals from many countries were displayed, something impossible to see in a single rainforest. However, there were also limitations to the exhibition area, such as size, breeding environmental restrictions, and many species that couldn’t be shown.

Of course, Feng Yi wasn’t just there to see the animals. If that were the case, wouldn’t going to the zoo be simpler?

What he was interested in were the research outcomes introduced at each exhibition area, which could help him write the report for the conservation bureau.

Now, to avoid the hassle, he might as well search for literature and material by himself. He also arranged for someone to record videos and collect information at the venue. You can’t expect unrelated people to do everything.

Feng Yi turned his attention to the rainforest guide given to him by Steve.

Some of the animals can also be seen in the rainforest; although they may not be as showy as the animals exhibited at the venue, they are wild!

That’s what Steve liked.

And for Feng Yi...

To him, the tropical rainforest was just a natural oxygen bar and a vacation spot.

He could revel to his heart’s content and also find a place to relax and sleep.