Chapter 146: I Don’t Understand Love
TL: Etude
The campus beauty contest at University of Science and Technology had been ongoing for a month and was now coming to an end.
On a clear early winter day, Jiang Qin drove to University of Science and Technology with Dong Wenhao, Wei Lalan, and Su Nai to do the final wrap-up work.
The truck from Shengshi Advertising was already waiting on the universitys playground. A few workers who had come with the truck were squatting by the roadside, dressed in dark blue work clothes, ready to start their day.
Jiang Qin approached them, handed out half a pack of Yuxi cigarettes, and chatted briefly. The workers immediately began to efficiently set up the stage.
Wenhao, youll be in charge of the awards ceremony later.
Why me again?!
You did well last time, I was very satisfied.
Jiang Qin patted his shoulder, giving him an affirming look.
This incident touches on a common workplace unwritten rule: never agree to any work beyond your responsibilities with the boss. If you do poorly, youll just be scolded, but if you do well, theyll keep coming back to you. Over time, this becomes part of your job.
XXX, have you finished the projects PowerPoint?
Boss, PowerPoint isnt part of my job.
Nonsense, didnt you do the last one?
Thats because you said the person who usually does it was on leave, and you asked me to help temporarily.
You did a good job, so youll handle it this time too. The capable should do more. I have high hopes for you, keep it up.
However, in the eyes of the boss, this scenario takes on a different meaning.
See, Ive discovered a new skill in an employee. What a wise use of talent.
Lalan, the Guoxian supermarket nearby is asking for a refund and doesnt want to continue the promotion. Go handle it and find out whats going on. Keep a low profile.
Okay, boss.
Su Nai, standing aside with her arms crossed, asked, Boss, what about me? What should I do?
Jiang Qin glanced at her: Youve been cooped up in Room 208 working on the website recently and probably havent had time to have fun. I brought you out this time just to give you a break.
Boss, did you upgrade your hardware? Do you actually have a conscience now?
Taking care of employees mental health is also a duty of a peoples entrepreneur. Besides, enjoying the scenery is healthier for your mind and body than other distractions.
Hearing this, Su Nai turned away to head to a nearby convenience store, intending to buy a knife.
While they were talking, two people approached the entrance of the playground: Hu Maolin, the director of the Youth League Committee, and Zhang Mingan, the deputy director of the university office.
I heard from Director Zhang that youre planning to start a group-buying venture next? Director Hu got straight to the point, his expression not too pleasant.
Jiang Qin didnt hide anything: Yes, Director Hu, thats my next plan.
Why bother with that when your website is doing well?
The forums monetization capability is weak. It wont last long. I must have a long-term monetization plan.
Director Hu felt like he had let the wolf into the house: You know about Ye Ziqings story, right? She lost a fortune!
Jiang Qin understood his concerns and reassured him: Dont worry, Director. Im not foolish enough to follow her exact path, and besides, Im handsome.
Jiang Qin, I want to make this clear. I dont agree with you promoting group-buying at our university. Theres no room for discussion.
Our trial operation will soon begin at Linchuan University, and we wont be expanding to our university for the time being. If youre really worried, just look at how it goes at Linchuan University. If it doesnt go well, I wont force it here.
Director Hu frowned and remained silent, his gaze turning towards the stage being constructed.
Their expressions made it clear that they were not convinced and still disagreed, showing no desire to argue further.
Just then, a noisy commotion erupted from the other side of the playground, drawing the attention of the three men.
At the front of the soccer goal, a conflict had broken out between a group of boys who had been playing soccer and some part-time students from the Polytechnic University. The argument was heated, and it looked like it might turn physical at any moment.
Boss, those students playing soccer dont want to leave. They say the soccer field is for playing soccer and suggest we hold our award ceremony elsewhere. Should we call security to remove them? Lai Cunqing reported breathlessly.
Theyre right, though. A soccer field is for playing soccer. Were just borrowing it. If they dont want to lend it, can we really force them?
Ah?
Its okay, Ill handle it. Jiang Qin patted his shoulder and walked towards the arguing crowd.
Watching this, Directors Hu and Zhang exchanged a glance, their gaze following Jiang Qin.
The group on the soccer field was arguing fiercely, with some hot-headed individuals starting to grab each others collars. Jiang Qin struggled to separate them, pulling two players in jerseys aside to whisper something.
The student in the number eight jersey was the most agitated. He initially tensed up when Jiang Qin grabbed him, almost attempting a judo throw, but his expression gradually changed after hearing Jiang Qins words.
After a while, the soccer players nodded and, carrying their ball, left the playground. Jiang Qin then turned back to where he had come from.
Directors Hu and Zhang were surprised, having not expected the situation to be resolved so quickly and peacefully.
How did you get them to leave?
I told them that just kicking around isnt that interesting. Next spring, Im planning to organize a joint soccer tournament for the top four universities, giving them a chance for a real showdown to see who are the real men!
Hu Maolin looked at him: Just like that?
Jiang Qin nodded: They dont even care about the campus beauty, playing soccer on the day of the award ceremony. Thats definitely a deep love for the sport. What boy wouldnt want to play a good match? Its just a pity
Whats the pity?
People who truly love soccer usually dont make it into the national team.
Hu Maolin wanted to say something more but then saw Jiang Qin hastily running off.
The next second, a backdrop panel being set up behind the stage suddenly fell, nearly hitting Dong Wenhao, who was rehearsing his lines as the host. Luckily, Jiang Qin quickly pulled him out of the way, preventing any accident.
Hu Maolin crossed his arms: I thought he would come to me to step in, using my position as the Youth League Committee Director to drive those soccer players away.
Zhang Mingan glanced at Jiang Qin, who was now loudly scolding someone: That would have been the easiest and fastest way.
Then why didnt he do it?
Zhang Mingan pondered: Professor Yan said that Jiang Qin has never been an extremist. Hes always been cautious and prefers to keep control in his own hands.
Didnt Ye Ziqing have a similar issue when she came for promotion?
Yes, she came with her team to distribute flyers with loud music, which led to a conflict with a group of students sketching on campus. In the end, you stepped in, and the security guards drove those students away.
Hu Maolin fell silent for a moment: Let Jiang Qin try, then. You take responsibility. If anything goes wrong, you clean it up.
Zhang Mingan: ?????
As time passed, the award ceremony officially began. The otakus from the Polytechnic University swarmed the venue, surrounding it completely. Dong Wenhao, looking sharp, stood on the stage, presenting each campus beauty with a white-winged trophy, creating a lively atmosphere.
Jiang Qin, with his arms crossed, watched from the side for a while, appearing listless, as if he had little interest in the event.
Jiang Qin, have you found a girlfriend yet?
Not yet, Director. A man should establish his career before starting a family, Jiang Qin replied softly.
Hu Maolin glanced at him: Starting a family comes before establishing a career. You know, the girls at our Polytechnic University are very attractive. You might want to consider it.
Director, what time is it now? Im a bit dazzled. Could you check for me?
?
Jiang Qin took out his phone, lit up the screen, and held it up to Director Hu.
His phone, an older model passed down from Jiang Zhenghong, might be a bit small and outdated, but at least it had a color screen and allowed him to set his own wallpaper, which was quite a nice feature.
As soon as Director Hu looked up, he saw the incredibly beautiful girl on the wallpaper. She was wearing a white coat, her eyes sparkling as if with light, radiating an aura of purity and vivacity.
What time is it?
I didnt see clearly.
So youre dazzled too, Director.
Jiang Qin pocketed his phone, his expression blank as he turned his attention to the award stage, his gaze gradually becoming focused.
Director Hu smacked his lips, feeling as if he had been splashed in the face.
He thought Jiang Qins future would definitely not be limited to the university town. If he could find a partner at the Polytechnic University, and if he really became wealthy in the future, he might mention in interviews that the entrepreneurial student from Linchuan University found his love at the Polytechnic University.
But now he realized, someone like Jiang Qin wouldnt be lacking in girlfriends. The girl on his wallpaper seemed to outshine all the campus beauties selected by their university.
Around 11 in the morning, the award ceremony concluded, and the celebration came to an end. Jiang Qin left the Polytechnic University with Dong Wenhao, Wei Lalan, and Su Nai.
Boss, do you know why Guoxian Supermarket asked for a refund?
Why?
Wei Lalan sighed: Its the same reason as with Gao Dawei, but the situation is reversed. The owner ran off with his mistress, leaving his wife behind, who has lost interest in running the store.
Su Nai clicked her tongue upon hearing Wei Lalans words: The divorce rate seems to have been climbing in recent years.
Dong Wenhao also chimed in: Love and marriage are indeed different. Some couples are so sweet during courtship, but cant handle real life together. Thats why they say marriage is the graveyard of love.
Its not all marriages fault. The divorce rate correlates positively with the level of economic development. It shows that love can endure hardship, but not necessarily prosperity.
Boss, what do you think?
Jiang Qin was silent for a long time: I dont understand love.
Wei Lalan fell silent for a moment: If we know the ending might be bad, is there any point in starting?
Here we are, get off. Notify everyone to meet in Room 208 to discuss the launch of the group-buying platform.
AN: Many people skip chapters and then dont understand the details, criticizing my writing in the comments. It really frustrates me.
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