Chapter 239: You and I are both NPCs
Zhou Wang is coming too?
Wang Qiaobin was stunned for only a second, and then suddenly woke up.
Damn, yes, I am stupid!
When outstanding graduates return to school, how can they avoid looking around...
Once upon a time, Wang Qiaobin felt sorry for Zhou Wang.
This junior student is sensible, good at conduct, and understands propriety. Unfortunately, something happened to his family, and he was punished, so he disappeared from his social circle.
When Wang Qiaobin graduated, he invited acquaintances to a dinner party, but Zhou Wang didn't come either.
The next time we met was at his club two months ago.
At that time, Wang Qiaobin just lamented Zhou Wang's earth-shaking changes. Only a month later, he discovered... He sighed too early.
He could no longer understand Zhou Wang.
He quietly became a shareholder of Wuyou Media and became a figure on the same level as Mr. Zhang's second uncle. In fact, even Wang Qiaobin had to force his way into Mr. Zhang's circle.
In that circle, he is like a "tool man" on the fringes. We can occasionally have fun together. If we really need to have any entertainment, we can ask him. As for how good friends we become... it's impossible.
Wang Qiaobin didn't think there was anything wrong with this. He just sighed occasionally. Now he couldn't call Zhou Wang as casually as before.
... Even after Zhou Wang changed the amazing "189 nines" number, he specifically said it to him.
Perhaps it was based on the above subconscious mind that Wang Qiaobin did not associate today's activities with Zhou Wang at all.
It's not that Zhou Wang is not qualified, it's... this activity seems a bit inadequate.
As a serious billionaire, young entrepreneur, and a typical representative of grassroots counterattacks, if Zhou Wang wanted to attend, it would have to be a high-profile publicity, or at least a school celebration-level event.
Moreover, Wang Qiaobin was not even sure whether Zhou Wang was in Dian Province.
It wasn't until this beautiful teacher named Ni spoke that Wang Qiaobin realized that he seemed to have fallen into some kind of misunderstanding.
It's just that he couldn't figure out what the problem was for a while.
"Is Zhou Wang really coming?"
Wang Qiaobin's eyes lit up, and then he spoke cautiously: "Teacher Ni, the favor you want to ask me for is..."
"Classmate Wang, let's go over there and talk."
Ni Hong looked around, probably worried about the crowd, and took Wang Qiaobin to a corner of the garden. After the surroundings became relatively quiet, she spoke carefully:
"It's like this. In fact, there is a dinner after today's exchange event. The school leader gave me the task of inviting Zhou Wang to attend no matter what. But so far, Zhou Wang has not given me an accurate answer. , I can feel that his enthusiasm for participating is not very high, so..."
They are all adults. Although Teacher Ni's words are relatively reserved, Wang Qiaobin, who is also very familiar with the world, naturally understood it instantly.
"Teacher Ni, do you want me to help you make peace so that Zhou Wang can attend the dinner as much as possible?"
"Yes, that's what I mean, because Secretary Chen will also be attending, so..."
Ni Hong nodded, with a wry smile on her lips, showing that she was under considerable psychological pressure.
Secretary Chen?
Wang Qiaobin was stunned for a moment, and then was shocked.
Cai Da has only one Secretary Chen, and that is Cai Da's real leader, Secretary XX Chen Gengyun. Currently, Cai University's principal is an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, but in fact all matters involving management are handled by this Secretary Chen. Responsible.
The top leader of a key university can no longer be simply defined by the label "principal", because he never knows when he will go to another position and sit at the speaking table on TV.
At least four years of college, except for the opening ceremony and graduation ceremony, Wang Qiaobin never saw each other again.
And now, according to Teacher Ni's wishes, Chen Gengyun not only has to attend the dinner, but also... most likely because of Zhou Wang.
Brother Gou's noodles are so full!
"I understand, Teacher Ni. I can only say that I will try my best. As for whether I can control Zhou Wang's thoughts, I can't guarantee that."
"Hmm, classmate Zhou Wang may not like some formal things. Originally, we prepared banners and the like in advance, but he refused. So I was a little unsure of classmate Zhou Wang's preferences, so I went with Wang Classmate said this... Of course, no matter what the outcome is, I will accept Classmate Wang's sentiments."
Ni Hong smiled first, her ice and snow temperament melting away a little, and then she said apologetically: "You may have made Mr. Wang a little embarrassed just now. I want to apologize to you. It was because I didn't think well and the process of the activity was not designed well. Mainly because I was in a hurry, so I didn't elaborate on some details, I'm sorry!"
Wang Qiaobin was startled, and then realized that Ni Hong was talking about the part where he introduced himself just now.
"It's okay, it's just a little bit of wind and frost..."
Wang Qiaobin waved his hand first, and then he thought of something and asked tentatively: "Teacher Ni, I would like to ask, if I will receive an invitation letter for this exchange event, is it you..."
Ni Hong knew what Wang Qiaobin wanted to ask. She didn't shy away from it after thinking about it, and said calmly: "I specially sent the invitation letter to Mr. Wang. First of all, because of the rush of time, the number of outstanding local alumni who could be contacted was limited. February 1st Yes, it is indeed because of the relationship between Classmate Wang and Classmate Zhou..."
"The school hopes that this event can be as successful as possible. I think the contribution made by Mr. Wang today will be appreciated by my alma mater."
After Ni Hong finished speaking, he left first and continued to promote the process of the event, leaving Wang Qiaobin alone in a daze.
He subconsciously took out a cigarette and held it in his mouth, but did not light it. At a certain moment, Wang Qiaobin suddenly took the cigarette down again, with a look of surprise and a little excitement on his face.
Damn it, I know it!
Wang Qiaobin finally figured out what was wrong with him before.
Extrapolating from Ni Hong's words, Wang Qiaobin discovered a slightly absurd fact that is very likely to be the truth——
Today's so-called "Excellent Graduates Return to School Promotion Event" is most likely held specifically for Zhou Wang...
In other words, maybe there was no such activity at all in the first place. Everything started from scratch and was an extension of the core event of "Zhou Wang's Return to School."
What is this?
After thinking about it, Wang Qiaobin's mood suddenly became extremely complicated, and the expression on his face was also dumbfounding.
So they...are all "making up the numbers"?
Wang Qiaobin put the cigarette in his mouth again. At this time, with the sound of footsteps, another person hurriedly walked into the garden. As he walked, he casually said: "Wang Qiaobin, can you borrow a fire?"
Wang Qiaobin's eyes looked a little strange when he saw the person coming.
Lu Chen didn't care at all, or in other words, he felt that Wang Qiaobin had a reason to dislike him.
In fact, Lu Chen came to Wang Qiaobin on purpose, just to see him in embarrassment again...
So facing Wang Qiaobin's weird look, Lu Chen just smiled and said, "No, I just made a joke with you in public, so you can't be so stingy, right? Everyone has graduated, let the past pass, right, Brother B?" !"
This wasn't the first time they were targeting each other. Since no one knew the other yet, Wang Qiaobin could naturally hear Lu Chen's "hypocrisy".
Ten minutes ago, Wang Qiaobin might still have taken the initiative and even quit this bullshit communication activity, but now...
Wang Qiaobin's mentality is completely different.
"Dean Qin, your style is still the same. I feel really ashamed when I think about it now. I skipped your class at that time..."
"Professor Wang, we meet again. Thank you for sending me the book. I benefited a lot after reading it!"
In addition to Dean Qin and Professor Wang, there were also the Secretary-General of the Alumni Association and the Deputy Director of the Academic Affairs Office.
Zhou Wang's counselor is a senior fellow with a Ph.D. in the same college. He recently went on a field trip with his advisor and happened to be away from school. In fact, even if he was here, he might not come to participate. After all, Zhou Wang and he are really not familiar with each other.
"Mr. Zhou, I have long admired your name..."
Compared with several school leaders who can still be somewhat reserved, the Secretary-General of the Alumni Association and Director Wang of the Academic Affairs Office are much more enthusiastic.
"Director Wang, long time no see."
When Zhou Wang shook hands with Director Wang, a hint of sadness flashed in his eyes.
Director Wang was a little confused, because in his own impression, he had never dealt with Zhou Wang.
But that didn't stop Director Wang from answering with a smile: "I can still impress Mr. Zhou deeply, which means my work is still somewhat effective..."
"That's true."
After some pleasantries, the process was completed. At this time, Ni Hong came next to Principal Bai and whispered something.
Bai Lisheng looked at his watch, raised his head and said to Zhou Wang: "Mr. Zhou, you see it's almost time. How about we finish the publicity activities first, and then we can chat slowly?"
"Okay, I'm fine."
When the next group of people walked out, Ni Hong quietly pulled Zhou Wang's clothes corner. Zhou Wang understood and slowed down a little.
Ni Hong walked to Zhou Wang and handed him a table while whispering: "Mr. Zhou, take a look. This is the sequence of the lecture. According to your request, we have arranged another three An outstanding graduate came to the stage to speak, and now you are the last one... Do you think there is any problem? "
Zhou Wang took it and glanced at it. He originally wanted to give it back to Ni Hong, but he saw a familiar name.
Zhou Wang was a little surprised, "Is this Lu Chen a graduate of the School of Economics?"
"Yes, do you know Mr. Zhou?"
Ni Hong smiled and nodded.
Zhou Wang was noncommittal, just glanced at his watch and asked casually: "The original time for the event to start was half past two, right?"
"Yes..."
Ni Hong was a little confused.
"It's almost three o'clock now. Is it too crowded to arrange for four more people to speak?"
"ah..."
Ni Hong was startled for a moment, and then she seemed to think of something. Her mind started to work crazily, and she asked tentatively: "Mr. Zhou, look...should we shorten the time for the first classmate to speak? Well, or should I say , I think two of the people speaking now are science students, and the other one is a girl. Otherwise, this classmate Lu Chen will not speak? "
"Of course I will cooperate with the school's arrangements unconditionally. Teacher Ni, just make whatever arrangements you think are appropriate."
Zhou Wang smiled when he heard this.
Ni Hong immediately knew that Zhou Wang was satisfied with this arrangement. She smiled bitterly in her heart. At Zhou Wang's age, does he actually understand the art of language so well...
However, Ni Hong then thought about it, otherwise she would not have become a billionaire at this age, and she felt relieved.
...
Large lecture hall.
Including some senior students from the main department and some staff from the student union, there were more than 200 people sitting in the lecture theater.
It's just that the atmosphere in the lecture theater was a little impetuous at this time, and many students showed impatient looks.
They signed in one after another before 2:10, but it was already close to 3 o'clock, and the lecture activity had not started yet. If it weren't for Ni Hong's harsh words and the expectation of possible credit rewards, I'm afraid Some people couldn't help but quietly left the scene.
The main thing that puzzles them the most is that the seniors who are going to give speeches have been waiting behind them for a long time, so what are they waiting for?
Lu Chen, Zhang Xiu'e and other graduates who were about to speak on stage were actually confused, but they had to be more patient after all.
Especially Lu Chen, as the first one to take the stage, he must have the best mentality, because it is equivalent to the school's recognition of him.
He has also observed that today's event is not small in scale, but the standard seems to be a bit like a grassroots team. At least among the graduates present... there is no one who can fight.
At this time, Wang Qiaobin, who had been away for a while, walked in from the back door.
Lu Chen, who had memorized the manuscript by heart, relaxed at this time and said with a smile: "Brother B, it turns out you haven't left yet!"
"Um?"
"Oh, I told them just now that you should have already... left early. After all, you are busier than us!"
Lu Chen said with a smile, and several graduates next to him showed uncontrollable smiles.
Wang Qiaobin naturally knew that his original words would not be good, but how could Wang Qiaobin care about this now? He just smiled in agreement and sat down in his seat.
Lu Chen suddenly felt bored. Is Wang Qiaobin so easy-going now?
At this time, a group of people walked in from the front door of the lecture theater. It was Principal Bai, Dean Qin and others.
Ordinary students just breathed a sigh of relief when they saw them, because the leader finally came, but a group of invited graduates were stunned...
Let me go, are today's specifications so high?
Why didn't they have any news beforehand...
In the absence of the principal and secretary, Executive Vice President Bai Lisheng was equivalent to the biggest boss of Caida University. They all thought that the Youth League Committee was responsible for this event. Who would have thought that Bai Lisheng would also come forward.
As the leaders entered the venue, reporters from the school newspaper, provincial TV stations and other media also entered the venue.
Lu Chen was stunned for a moment, and then became even more excited. This stage seemed to be specially prepared for him!
According to the procedure, Ni Hong, who presided over the briefing meeting, first briefly introduced the leaders present, and then Principal Bai made a brief speech. At this time, Lu Chen was already blushing, and his blood was uncontrollably accelerating...
Because next, he will play.
After Bai Lisheng finished speaking, Ni Hong held the microphone and said with a smile:
"Next, let us give a warm applause to our first outstanding graduate representative today, Zhang Xiu'e, who is currently studying for a master's degree at Peking University, to speak on the stage!"
"?"
Lu Chen's smile froze as he was about to stand up, and he doubted for a moment whether he had heard it wrong.
At this time, Wang Qiaobin on the side endured it for a while, but in the end he couldn't hold back his lips. He didn't care about the occasion and burst out laughing.
Looking at Lu Chen who was looking around blankly, Wang Qiaobin really burst into tears from laughing——
Brother, keep pretending, keep pretending, why don't you pretend anymore?
You think you are the pride of heaven, but in fact, you are just like me, just an NPC who cooperates with the performance...