One day …
Three days …
Five days …
A week later, "Zhang Ye's Analysis of the Three Kingdoms" came to a perfect end.
"Analysis of the Three Kingdoms has ended. What's there to watch in the future?"
"That's right. There won't be any historical programs to watch in the future."
"It's such a good program. It's such a pity. I still wish Teacher Zhang Ye could continue. Even if he doesn't talk about the Three Kingdoms, something else would be fine."
"Teacher Zhang no longer cares about the seasons. He has retired to the mountains."
"I don't believe it. I'm waiting for Teacher Zhang Ye to return!"
"Which television station doesn't want Teacher Zhang? How can he make a comeback?"
The topic of Zhang Ye on the internet had been silent for many days. With "Analysis of the Three Kingdoms" coming to an end, discussions began again.
… …
In the afternoon, after the last episode was broadcast, his old colleague, Xiao Lu, called, "Teacher Zhang, the program has come to an end. Brother Hu asked me to inform you."
Zhang Ye was watching television in boredom at home, "How's the ratings?"
"The later episodes have maintained a very high standard. Every episode from Monday to Friday had a rating of 6.4%. By the weekend, it reached the highest rating of 8.97%. Although it was a pity that it did not break 9%, historical and educational programs are quite niche. They definitely can't compare with those variety programs, so the ratings are already heaven-defying. It's our Beijing Television Station's Arts Channel's most popular new program of the year. Even in the entire television station, it can be ranked." Xiao Lu told Zhang Ye.
Zhang Ye acknowledged, "Has the new episode been decided?"
"It's all recorded." Saying this, Xiao Lu felt a little embarrassed, "With you gone, we had no choice but to invite a History Professor. The next episode will talk about an ancient poet, from his birth to his death. I listened to it during the first episode, and it wasn't too bad."
"Passable?" Zhang Ye had already treated "Lecture Room" as his own child. After all, even the program's name was given by him, so he was very concerned about it.
Xiao Lu said helplessly, "That's right. It definitely can't compare to you. It can only be said to be passable." With a pause, she asked, "How are you? Work … "
Zhang Ye smiled, "I haven't found it yet."
Xiao Lu said angrily, "How can that be? Do they not have eyes?"
"Why not? It's been a week, and no one from the relevant industries has called me. I'm not in a hurry. I can take the time to rest." Zhang Ye said a few more words before hanging up.
No hurry?
That was definitely nonsense!
After "Analysis of the Three Kingdoms" was over, he no longer had the chance to show his face. The increase in his in-game Reputation would definitely be negligible in the future. Besides, Zhang Ye, who was bent on becoming a top celebrity, knew that once his exposure was low, his popularity would be greatly affected. Slowly, he would disappear from the public's view. Even though the netizens and fans were shouting Zhang Ye's name every day and saying that they would support him for life, if Zhang Ye were to really go silent for a month or two, a lot of people would probably not even remember his name. A celebrity did not rely on a momentary surge of popularity, but on a long-term and sustainable level of exposure. This was the core of maintaining or increasing one's popularity.
He checked the celebrity rankings on the official website.
Zhang Ye was still an E-list celebrity, but after a few days of explosiveness and exposure, he had made it to the forefront of the E-list rankings and was now ranked fourth. The person in front of him was a host of a local TV variety show. His viewership ratings were even higher than Zhang Ye's. In second place was an actor. He had previously acted in a rather popular television series and had quite a number of works. He had acted in a supporting role, but that was last year. This actor had actually dropped from the D-list to the E-list, as he did not have any good works this year. The person in first place among the E-list celebrities was a female. She was a small-time singer and could be considered a newcomer. She had recently released an album and the sales were not bad. It seemed like she had acted in a movie.
If he squeezed them out, Zhang Ye would be able to enter the ranks of the D-list celebrities. Although the D-list and E-list rankings could not be categorized in such a way, the ranking was just a reference. It was a comprehensive evaluation of everyone's influence and fame. However, everyone recognized this, be it the official website or the public. Hence, this was the most authoritative statistic. And looking at the numbers, it was clear that it was impossible for Zhang Ye to squeeze them out. With "Analysis of the Three Kingdoms" ending, Zhang Ye's ranking was already dropping. Although it was minuscule, the trend was such. It reflected Zhang Ye's declining popularity and fame.
How could he not be anxious?
Zhang Ye had not thought of what he would do in the future. He only hoped to maintain his current popularity. He had to do something.
He had to do something!
He had to do something!
This was Zhang Ye's first reaction.
… …
With an empty stomach, Zhang Ye looked at his Reputation points in the game ring. He had gained another two million Reputation points. Clearly, it had been collected from this week's "Analysis of the Three Kingdoms". He had kept more than a hundred thousand Reputation points in reserve. Zhang Ye was still thinking of the Taiji Fist skill book, so he went to the Merchant Shop and spent two million to buy two Experience Books.
Flip it open!
Eat it!
He had collected the experience points!
But this time, it was the same. Zhang Ye still did not feel anything. He tried his best to recall, but not a single Taiji Fist move appeared. There were only Taekwondo moves and movements. Horizontal kicks, side kicks, but there was no Taiji Fist. This made him very depressed!
Eating the experience points would definitely have an effect.
But without any technique, how was he to use it?
With his brain working too much, Zhang Ye became even hungrier. He had not eaten in the morning, nor had he eaten in the afternoon. The main reason was that he was too lazy to go downstairs. Now that he was really hungry, Zhang Ye did not have the time to go downstairs to eat Ramen two streets away. He could only use the same trick and walk out the door to the landlady's house.
Ding dong. He pressed the doorbell.
The door took a long time to open, revealing Chenchen's tiny head. She was small, so she had to tiptoe to reach the doorknob. After opening the door, she was panting.
Zhang Ye said in a pleasant manner, "Chenchen, where's your aunt?"
Chenchen said in a deadpan manner, "My aunt isn't around. She went out for a run." Saying that, she was about to close the door.
However, Zhang Ye rushed in first, "It's better that she's not around. I won't look for her." After entering the house, Zhang Ye did not stand on ceremony. He went straight to the kitchen and rummaged through it. Finally, he found two plates of leftovers in the fridge. One was stewed beef, and the other was stir-fried celery. Without a word, he took them out and used a toothpick to poke a few holes in the plastic wrap to let air in. Then, he placed it in the microwave. After spinning for two minutes, it was steaming hot!
Chenchen said in surprise, "What are you doing!?"
Zhang Ye did not bother speaking. He took a whiff of the fragrance and happily sat at the dining table. He found a pair of chopsticks and began eating!
The key rang.
Someone opened the door from the outside.
Rao Aimin was dressed in sports attire today. Her top was a white sports vest with stripes. Her pants were a pair of training pants, the kind that were rather loose. However, at this moment, her body was drenched in sweat. Her hair was also dripping with sweat. She looked very mature and alluring with her sweat dripping down.
Zhang Ye already knew that Big Sis Rao was a martial artist. Maintaining her physical fitness and strength was of utmost importance, so she had gone for a run in the afternoon.
"Kid, why are you here?" Although Rao Aimin's body was covered in sweat, she was not panting. Her breathing was even and did not look tired.
Chenchen covered her head like an adult, "The Japanese have entered the village again!"
Rao Aimin was amused by her niece, "What did the Japanese sweep?"
"A plate of beef, a plate of stir-fried celery, and a bowl of rice." Chenchen reported.
Zhang Ye nearly spat out the rice in his mouth from their comments, "Who's the Japanese?" These two girls were one sharper than the other!
I graduated from a broadcasting major?
I think the two of you are the ones who graduated from a broadcasting major!
"You only know how to scrounge for food every day. Don't you know how to find a job? You rascal, have you been staying at home for a week?" Rao Aimin leered at him, "Wash the dishes in a while!"
Zhang Ye had already finished eating. There was nothing left of the two plates and the bowl of rice. He held his stomach as he burped. He could not help but glance at the landlady's wet vest a few times. Maybe it was because she knew she would sweat, or because it was uncomfortable or inconvenient, the landlady did not wear a bra. From the outside, it could be seen. However, even without a bra, Rao Aimin's chest was still perky and big.
Heavenly Queen Zhang's was full.
Rao Aimin's was straight.
Each had their own advantages and beauties.
Zhang Ye feigned death after eating, "I can't wash the dishes. I'm stuffed to death. I can't move."
When Rao Aimin heard this, she, who was taking off her shoes, immediately kicked her slippery sneakers towards Zhang Ye, "Go quickly!"
Shua!
The shoes flew at lightning speed!
Before Zhang Ye could react, he saw something flying towards him. At this moment, he did not think of anything and just subconsciously bent his leg to block it. However, when he stretched his leg out, the movement of his leg changed. It was like a conditioned reflex. Zhang Ye raised his leg and with a flick of his toes, he accurately met the flying shoe. Then, Zhang Ye did not know why, but with a flick of his ankle, he seemed to draw a circle in mid-air. The flying Rao Aimin's shoe lost its momentum and when Zhang Ye's foot bounced again, the shoe flew back the way it came. Bada, it landed right next to Rao Aimin's feet!
Rao Aimin exclaimed!
Chenchen also looked at Zhang Ye in shock!
Zhang Ye was also dumbfounded. Holy sh * t, what was going on?
This set of actions was like flowing water. Zhang Ye's feet seemed to be dancing. With a kick, a flick, the shoe flew back the way it came!
This was … Taiji?
This bro really learned Taiji Fist?
Chenchen did not understand what move Zhang Ye had used. She only felt that it was very magical and beautiful!
The landlady did not look at him after kicking off the shoe. She was changing her slippers, so she did not see Zhang Ye's actions. "Your Taekwondo level has improved?"
Zhang Ye chuckled and did not speak the truth. "That's right. Living next door to your Big Sis Rao, I've been influenced by a martial arts expert like you. I'm sure I've improved."
Rao Aimin smiled and said, "I like hearing that."
Chenchen exposed him, "Bootlicker. Aunt, he just doesn't want to do the dishes."
Zhang Ye, "…" This wicked child. Why does she know everything I'm thinking!?
In the end, Zhang Ye had to painstakingly wash the dishes. Actually, he had just said a few words. It was not appropriate for him to make her wash the dishes after scrounging a meal from her. Hence, in order to get a better meal next time, Zhang Ye did all the chores at home.
While his hands worked, his heart was in turmoil in the kitchen. The Taiji Fist skill book wasn't useless. Look at that action!
It was too cool!
It was too beautiful!
Zhang Ye looked out of the kitchen. Seeing that Rao Aimin and Chenchen were not around, he picked up a bowl and shook it. He wanted to try again, but this time, it was exactly the same as the few times Zhang Ye had tried it. There was no effect. In the end, he nearly dropped the bowl! Could it be that the Taiji Fist skill is too advanced for me now? So I can't use the moves as I please like the Taekwondo skill? He could only use it when he had a sudden burst of inspiration and Inch Force? F * * k, why does it sound like Duan Yu from a quack novel!? He has the Six Pulse Divine Sword, but he can't use it normally! Isn't this a hindrance!?
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