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Chapter 1169: Chapter 1027: The Nation’s Heavy Weapon
Hearing that prices would rise so terrifyingly,
the students gasped in shock.
It was as if their wallets were about to be snatched away, wasn’t it? With prices increasing, wasn’t it the same as being robbed? A small robbery was one thing, but to have it triple or double was downright frightening.
"Tang Qing, are you saying that ten years from now, prices will have doubled or tripled?" the class president asked anxiously.
Tang Qing was speechless. You’re a finance student after all, prices and wages will rise too, "Don’t worry, everyone’s income will definitely increase, although it might not rise as fast as prices."
Class president: "..."
That was like a slow knife then.
"Is there any way we can resist?"
"Well, how should I put it, investment and such are not as good as investing in yourself. If you strengthen yourself, no matter the era, you won’t go hungry, you won’t be without a place to live, and you won’t be without money to earn. This is a kind of wealth that no one can steal from you."
What else could Tang Qing say? He could only dish out motivational advice.
"Tang Qing’s words make a lot of sense," the Teacher praised first.
This was a classroom.
And a school.
The core mission couldn’t go astray.
And so.
This class.
Quickly turned into a discussion class.
Tang Qing became the ’expert’.
It was this class that gradually made them look past Tang Qing’s status; at least, they didn’t think about spectating anymore. In the end, Tang Qing managed to serve up over a dozen bowls of hearty chicken soup for the soul, leaving them feeling much stronger spiritually.
"My fate is in my own hands, not dictated by heaven."
"One day, I too, will become a person of respect."
"If I take down the panda, I’ll be the next national treasure."
"Tonight, I’ll switch to eating Steamed Bun."
...
After the first class ended,
Tang Qing had no more classes that morning.
However, Lin Jiaxue had classes until noon, so he headed towards the Vice Principal Qiu Jie’s Office, having said before that he would come to check on him at the school. Since he promised, he couldn’t go back on his word, and it was also a good opportunity to discuss the matter of making a donation.
Donations,
were really just a ’generic term’.
It wasn’t about literally donating a building; Fudan certainly wasn’t short on them. However, many of Fudan’s projects needed funding. As a key university, it undertook many national projects, some of which were very costly.
"Please, have a seat. What would you like to drink?" Qiu Jie was very enthusiastic.
"I brought my own water. I don’t need any," Tang Qing shook the water bottle in his hand. He usually didn’t drink water from outside. Wherever he went, he brought his own, and today’s bottle contained watermelon juice.
"Okay."
Qiu Jie sat down.
"Little Tang, have you prepared your speech for tomorrow’s meeting?" This time it was a high-end expert meeting, and inviting Tang Qing was also a way of expressing gratitude for his donation.
"Don’t worry," Tang Qing said with a smile.
"Speaking of your donation..." Qiu Jie said a bit awkwardly.
Tang Qing raised two fingers.
"Two hundred million?"
Qiu Jie became excited.
"Principal Qiu, do you take me for a fool?" Tang Qing gave him a look.
Qiu Jie knew he had misunderstood and felt embarrassed: "Eh... you are now the richest man inland, your total assets are worth several hundred billion RMB, making a small gesture wouldn’t do justice to your status."
"Don’t... please don’t put such a high hat on me."
Tang Qing waved his hand.
Then he proceeded with seriousness, "Twenty million RMB, that’s my sincerity. I hope my alma mater sees me as one of their own, as a friend. Even if not, I do not want to be seen as an ATM."
He had the will to help.
But would not tolerate extortion.
Two hundred million RMB, to be honest, Tang Qing could afford it, but if it starts this way, what about next time? Being treated as a cash machine could easily lead to discomfort for everyone involved.
However,
Tang Qing did not make it a one-off deal either.
"Twenty million every year," Tang Qing added.
"That’s great. On behalf of the School, I thank you."
Qiu Jie said happily, two hundred million was unlikely unless Tang Qing had gone crazy or had ulterior motives. Now it seemed that Tang Qing was neither insane nor had ulterior motives; he purely wanted to give back to his alma mater.
Even though the alma mater hadn’t given Tang Qing any help yet.
"If you have any requests in the future, just ask. If the school can help, we will not refuse," Qiu Jie assured.
"Coincidentally, I happen to need something," Tang Qing suddenly said seriously.
Qiu Jie’s heart tightened, "What?"
"My company needs talent, a lot of it, and I hope to establish talent exchanges with Fudan and deepen cooperation. In the future, my companies could serve as internship sites for Fudan students."
"???" Three question marks popped up on Qiu Jie’s forehead.
What kind of help is this?
This is completely to the benefit of Fudan.
"However, some of my outstanding employees hope to pursue an executive education at Fudan. The number won’t be large, and it won’t cause any difficulties for you. If they fail their exams, you can still deny them graduation as usual."
Since the money had been given, Tang Qing naturally couldn’t do without some benefits.
This benefit.
Was mainly for the sake of the company’s employees. It served as a form of reward. Within his companies, Tianyan Group had the highest average educational level. Except for non-business departments, there were almost none with less than a bachelor’s degree.
Or rather.
Apart from Zhang Jing.
There were none.
The average educational level at the other companies wasn’t as high. For instance, many Sheng Tang store managers worked very hard and were capable. Tang Qing didn’t mind giving them a chance, and almost all other companies had such ’needs’.
Qiu Jie thought for a while and replied, "This matter needs to be discussed at the university meeting. I can’t give a response just yet."
"That’s only to be expected," Tang Qing nodded.
Quickly. 𝚗ov𝚙𝚞𝚋.c𝚘m
The Principal.
Upon hearing about the twenty million RMB, a yearly figure, was overjoyed. Unaware of Tang Qing’s earlier gesture of raising two fingers implying ’mysterious anticipation,’ he was already very satisfied and patted Tang Qing on the shoulder, highly praising him.
...
The following day.
After a day of rapid spreading.
The news of Tang Qing returning to school had spread throughout the school. Since yesterday afternoon, many people had come out of curiosity. This time, Tang Qing truly played the role of the Monkey once. Luckily, as quickly as they came, they left just as swiftly.
He came once.
And almost never a second time.
Ten o’clock in the morning.
The small auditorium.
The meeting was held as planned. The main content had little to do with Tang Qing; it was an annual summary meeting where they reported on Fudan’s projects and external cooperation units over the year.
Aside from some experts and representatives from cooperative organizations.
There were also numerous Fudan postgraduates who followed their mentors.
After the Principal announced Tang Qing’s donation, the entire audience gave warm applause, because they now had an additional ’local tyrant’ from whom they could request funding—not to ask, though, but to collaborate.
It could support their own research.
Not all professors had sufficient research funding, and aside from state project topics, many also had their private projects of interest.
After the applause.
It was Tang Qing’s turn.
He walked onto the stage.
"Hello everyone, I am Tang Qing."
As soon as these words fell.
There was a round of applause. Tang Qing really wasn’t used to getting applause for saying just one sentence; it seemed, he couldn’t stop.
"What can I say? Attending this meeting today, I am here as a cooperating party. Of course, I am also a Fudan student. I am proud to step into this institution and privileged to witness this era..."
Next.
Tang Qing’s speech became more regulated.
This was a more serious meeting, not suitable for digression.
In the end.
The meeting host said,
"Thank you, student Tang Qing, for your speech. Next, we have a Q&A session. It’s not individual questions, but a collective one, also representing the majority of postgraduates below who are about to enter society. As they search for jobs, they hope you can give some advice."
This segment.
Was newly added today.
Tang Qing picked up the microphone.
Thought for a moment.
He began,
"As for job searching, to be honest, I am somewhat disappointed you are asking me this question. If it were undergraduates or graduates, that wouldn’t be much of an issue. But you are postgraduates, and you’re from a prestigious school."
"What is a prestigious school? In industrial terms, it’s a ’national treasure’."
"When you reach the postgraduate level, if you’re still tangled in finding jobs rather than aiming to change the world, society, and promote civilization, then I believe that pursuing a postgraduate degree is a failure."
In consideration of their feelings,
Tang Qing still didn’t say it too harshly.
That was his genuine opinion.
Having used a substantial amount of education resources to reach the postgraduate level, yet coming to ask me how to find jobs, isn’t that absurd?
