HUN Chapter 75: "Life Below Zero"

Lin Yu'an nodded, pointing to the action camera on his chest, "This one has been working the whole time, and the fixed camera at the door should have captured most of it too."

"Though when I was maneuvering with it in the forest, some of the camera angles might not be ideal."

Michelle was overjoyed! "It doesn't matter, it's enough! As long as we have it, it's enough!"

She reported to Mark again, "Mark, he says he has two camera positions that were filming! This precious footage has been preserved!"

At this time, safety supervisor David and Dr. Anderson also walked over.

David's face still showed undisguised shock as he patted Lin Yu'an's shoulder in admiration.

Dr. Anderson carefully examined Lin Yu'an and confirmed he had no injuries worth worrying about.

He packed up his medical equipment and sincerely remarked, "Lin, your physical condition far exceeds my imagination. Your body is completely healthy right now. Blood tests show only some vitamin deficiencies, and you're even healthier than many people living in cities."

After Anderson finished speaking, he exchanged glances with Michelle beside him. Both saw relief and self-mockery in each other's eyes.

If they had really followed the original plan today, using health risks as a reason to persuade this man to quit, it would have been the biggest joke and stain of their professional careers.

Just as Michelle was preparing to end the call and have the team return first, the satellite phone in her hand rang again. It was executive producer Mark Johnson.

Mark's voice sounded unusually solemn, "Michelle, please give the phone to Lin. I want to speak with him personally."

Michelle was stunned for a moment, then handed the heavy satellite phone to Lin Yu'an with a "please go ahead" gesture.

Lin Yu'an took the phone with some confusion, "Hello, is this Mr. Mark?"

"Lin, it's me, Mark Johnson."

The voice on the other end no longer had the scrutinizing tone or directorial authority from their previous online interview.

His tone now was filled with excitement and a trace of deep regret.

"First, Lin, please allow me to extend the most sincere congratulations on behalf of the entire production team! You've achieved something legendary!"

"What you accomplished today wasn't just hunting a bear. You defended your own honor and also defended the soul of 'Alone', which is truth and unlimited possibilities."

Lin Yu'an listened quietly without speaking.

Mark was silent for a moment on the other end, seemingly organizing his words, finally deciding to be completely honest.

"Lin, I know this might seem presumptuous, but I must sincerely confess and apologize to you."

"Before your heroic feat today, due to the enormous public pressure from the 'script theory,' we made a very wrong decision that I now feel deeply ashamed of."

"Our original plan was to have Michelle and the medical team 'suggest' you withdraw from the competition based on your health."

"To make you accept this proposal, we even prepared an 'honorary withdrawal' compensation agreement worth five hundred thousand dollars."

When Lin Yu'an heard "five hundred thousand dollars," his eyebrows raised slightly, but his expression remained unchanged.

Mark's voice was filled with guilt, "We wrongly believed that having you leave gracefully this way was the best commercial choice to calm public opinion, protect the show's reputation, and maintain competition suspense."

"We underestimated your strength and underestimated the power of truth. For this, I personally offer you my deepest apologies!"

"I'm glad that before Michelle and the others could voice this foolish proposal, you gave us all a resounding slap with your most shocking display of strength."

"You made us understand that in the face of absolute strength and undeniable truth, all public opinion is so fragile."

"Lin, through your actions, you've earned the admiration of myself and everyone on the production team!"

Mark on the other end seemed to sense Lin Yu'an's calmness.

Mark knew simple apologies weren't enough, so he changed course and extended an olive branch filled with sincerity.

"Lin, to express our apologies, and because of the powerful survival abilities and creativity you've shown that far exceed our expectations."

"I want to extend a special invitation to you. This has nothing to do with 'Alone', it's a completely new opportunity!"

"An old friend of mine is the producer of another very famous documentary survival show that you should have heard of, 'Life Below Zero.'"

Lin Yu'an's heart stirred slightly. "Life Below Zero"? He had watched this show in his previous life.

It wasn't a competition, but focused more on long-term, authentic documentation of individuals or families' survival conditions in polar environments.

Mark continued, "Life Below Zero primarily films in locations within and around the Arctic Circle in Alaska. They track and film multiple groups of people's real lives in those polar regions."

"In their next season's filming plan, they're considering adding a new independent character to show how an 'outsider' establishes their own homestead from scratch in Alaska's extreme northern wilderness."

"My friend previously asked me if I had any suitable candidates with both strong survival skills and unique commercial value to recommend."

"Before today, I didn't have a suitable candidate, but after learning of your amazing achievement of hunting a black bear! I have no doubt you're the perfect choice!"

"Your practical abilities, your dedication to building sturdy shelters, food acquisition skills, and tool-making techniques all perfectly match 'Life Below Zero's' format."

"Lin, this is just a preliminary invitation. After you finish your challenge on 'Alone,' regardless of the final outcome, as long as you're interested, I'll formally introduce you to them."

"It would no longer be an extreme competition for one million dollars, but truly putting down roots in Alaska."

"You would rely on your own survival strategies to build your own house, find ways to make money, solve all life problems, and establish a permanent home of your own in sub-zero Alaska!"

"Of course, it would also be a well-compensated long-term job. Specific details would need to be negotiated between you and that show's business team."

Mark's sudden invitation truly surprised Lin Yu'an.

He hadn't expected that his struggles and creations in this wilderness would open another door to his future.

Going to Alaska, to the Arctic Circle, establishing a real homestead... this idea indeed held considerable appeal for him.

"Thank you, Mr. Mark."

Lin Yu'an's voice carried some fluctuation for the first time.

"I'll seriously consider your proposal, but right now, I just want to focus on the challenge at hand."

Mark laughed on the other end, his voice becoming much more relaxed.

"I understand."

"Then good luck, Lin. We're all looking forward to seeing what miracles you'll create next!"

After the production team said goodbye to Lin Yu'an, they returned to civilization by helicopter.

This time, Lin Yu'an's heart was completely calm, without any reluctance.

He now had only one thought in mind: quickly process this bear properly.

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