Chapter 64 - 61 He really put "The Art of War by Sun Tzu" to good use!
Chapter 64: Chapter 61 He really put “The Art of War by Sun Tzu” to good use!
Actually, Su Huai hadn’t noticed that she was watching him.
Out of politeness, classmate Su kept his gaze focused on Professor Cheng and Director Zhang, very well-behaved and honest.
But in that instant, his sixth sense suddenly sensed something.
He looked around subconsciously, just as Gu Jiuyue withdrew her gaze and cast her eyes down on the water cup.
Leaving Su Huai with only a trace of throbbing and a faint perception that, maybe, possibly, perhaps… she had been a little curious just now?
Su Huai wasn’t sure.
Although the sixth sense of tool man number one was quite handy, it wasn’t always on cheat mode, and most of the time, it only detected others’ observations, appraisals, sneaky glances, malice… that’s all.
So Su Huai didn’t know what Gu Jiuyue was thinking, whether she was curious about him, if she yearned for friendship, or what her true feelings were…
Ah, another tough kid to deal with.
Su Huai pursed his lips and turned his head to continue the small talk with the elders, listening more and responding less.
Professor Cheng and Gu Jiuyue sat in the office for about 20 minutes, and when it was time to say goodbye, Su Huai, along with Director Zhang, escorted them to the door.
It’s worth mentioning that Professor Cheng took the initiative to add Su Huai on WeChat, and so Gu Jiuyue also added Su Huai as a friend.
It wasn’t that Su Huai received any special treatment, but rather the class president of the big data class did.
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Anyone who took Su Huai’s place as class president would get the WeChat of the grandparents.
This incident truly proved how far-reaching and significant Su Huai’s advance preparation had been.
If he hadn’t taken decisive action to secure the position of class president, or had continued to let time pass idly in the e-commerce class, where would he find the opportunity to interact legitimately with Gu Jiuyue?
No circumstance provided, would you just strike up a conversation with her on the road, and see if she’d even entertain you?
Hey, he really hadn’t studied “The Art of War by Sun Tzu” in vain…
Of course, if it were someone else in the position of class president, it’s very likely they wouldn’t have been able to endear themselves to Professor Cheng.
A position is a position, but ability is ability; in racking up Gold Coins, Gou Huai was earnest and diligent.
Before leaving, Professor Cheng specifically instructed Su Huai, “Please look after Yueyue in your daily life, and if anything comes up, communicate with me in time. I don’t mind the trouble, and Su, don’t you mind it either…”
When he settled back down, Director Zhang sighed, “Every family has its own tough scripture to chant…”
Su Huai felt it wasn’t appropriate, so he didn’t inquire about Gu Jiuyue’s health conditions, but cautiously stated, “On my part, I will treat everyone impartially, but I will also pay attention to special care for special situations, to ensure nothing major goes wrong, rest assured.”
Director Zhang, satisfied, patted Su Huai’s shoulder with a hearty smile.
“You performed well today, come, drink up!”
Good quality tea really is different, and its flavor becomes even richer and more delicious with the second brew.
After taking a couple of sips, Zhang Yaowen initiated the conversation and briefly discussed Gu Jiuyue’s family background with Su Huai.
“Gu’s grandparents are both pillars of academia, her grandfather at Tsinghua, her grandmother Cheng LiHua has been working in our school since the ’70s. The couple only had one daughter, back then that was… never mind, let’s not talk about that.
Gu’s father is a businessman, there’re a lot of people in her family, I’m not too clear on the details.
Gu was born with complex congenital heart disease combined with multiple extracardiac issues, grew up in Jinling. After the age of seven or eight, she spent every summer in our faculty residential area, as she was always frail.
As for her current condition, I haven’t asked in detail, but it must be far from great, although attending school normally isn’t a problem now.
So, you must pay more attention, care for her, and always be vigilant.
As for her studies, don’t worry about that, her family’s main concern is for her to interact more with people, or else she could go anywhere else.
Professor Cheng and his wife have always lived in our residential area, she’s well accustomed to the environment, so she came here.
And she joined our class because it has just started; everything inside and out is straightforward.
You’ve noticed, right?
That child is too introverted, and it seems it’s not the timid kind of introverted, but a self-imposed isolation that’s intense.
If this keeps up, I’m afraid… sigh.”
Zhang Yaowen sighed deeply, a glint of reminiscence flashing in the corner of his eye.
The emotion that Su Huai sensed was… nostalgia.
Well, well!
Look what I’ve discovered?
Su Huai had ample reasons to suspect that Director Zhang must have had a crush on Gu Jiuyue’s mom back in the day, and now he was showing affection by extension.
Of course, Su Huai wouldn’t be foolish enough to ask.
Since Director Zhang and Professor Cheng had given Su Huai the “Imperial Sword,” he would boldly make contact from now on, a simple matter indeed.
Gou Huai solemnly promised with a righteous face, “Rest assured, teacher, I know what I’m doing.”
Relax, Director Zhang, I’m even more concerned about her feelings than you are!
“Good, I trust you to handle matters.”
Zhang Yaowen nodded with a smile, suddenly remembering, “Right, what were you supposed to report to me about today?”
Su Huai perked up and started to self-aggrandize.
“I was thinking about how the military training intensity for our class is higher than other departments, and how the students, especially the delicate girls, are really struggling, so I started considering how to provide good logistical support for everyone…”
The story quickly turned into Su Huai caring deeply for his fellow students, accidentally discovering a business opportunity, planning to expand, but considering the school’s needs, he decided to come and report for permission.
“Selling to other departments is easy, business is business, but when it comes to our School of Management, maybe we could simply operate under the Business School Student Union’s name and go by cost price?”
Zhang Yaowen immediately understood, shaking his head and chuckling, “You, you, you!”
Su Huai sipped his tea merrily, without any attempt to defend himself.
“Okay, let me think…”
Zhang Yaowen certainly wouldn’t stoop to taking such a small advantage from Su Huai; the main thing was to consider how to make the most of the situation.
After musing for a while, he finally decided.
“I’ll have a word with the student affairs department. Then, you go and report to Sun Yu, the student union can take the lead internally to ensure implementation.
Later, write a press release for the campus newspaper, it’s a way for our school to shine thanks to you.
We can discuss personal rewards at the end of the year.
Cost price is just for our department; I’ll let Sun Yu worry about the internal demand. Since he’s taking advantage, he should put in some effort too.”
Su Huai immediately responded with a smile, “Then let’s not even mention cost price, I’ll cover the expenses for the Information Systems Department myself, and considering the current profit margins, there’s plenty to spare.”
“That works too.”
Zhang Yaowen did not refuse, offering some perspective.
“Your position is quite enviable, silencing complaints with money isn’t the best method, but it is the simplest and most direct. Once the major grievances are gone, I believe you can handle the minor issues that remain.”
“Thank you for your generous support, teacher, I have it in mind.”
Su Huai, filled with gratitude, took his leave and went to find Director Sun.
Putting off the reward discussion until the end of the year wasn’t dangling a carrot in front of Su Huai; it meant—keep accumulating achievements, and by year’s end, if there’s any juicy meat, aim for it and carve your piece.
Zhang Yaowen had considered so far ahead for Su Huai, what was there to rush for?
Just wait patiently!
Upon arriving at the student affairs office and reporting once again, Sun Yu too burst into smiles.
It might not seem like a big deal, but what significant events happen at the student affairs office over the year?
Creating homemade sour plum drink to ensure smooth military training and raising new students’ sense of belonging and satisfaction was definitely an achievement worth noting.
Each year’s work is the same, but creating something new this year and making a splash meant that the leadership would notice, and everyone would benefit.
“Siyuan…”
Sun Yu called out to Chang Siyuan, but the latter quickly waved his hand.
“Mr. Sun, give the younger students a chance; if I get involved at this stage, wouldn’t it be annoying?”
“Well, yes…”
Sun Yu thought for a moment and picked up the desk phone to dial a number.
“Shiyu, come to my office.”
When Su Huai heard that name, his heart moved instinctively.
Is it you?
My third backup, tomboy Si Rui?