Chapter 269: The Crimson-Haired Maiden
Chapter 269: The Crimson-Haired Maiden
Few could endure the obnoxious demeanor of Old Zhang as he stopped them in their tracks.
Everyone he intercepted started with a smile, but soon, their smiles became forced, and eventually, most were barely holding it together.
At that moment, almost everyone wished for someone to put an end to Zhang Wentao's arrogant display.
In truth, there was someone who could stop Zhang Wentao, and it wasn't Li Wu, but Zhang Yuchi from Jiangbei.
After all, Jiangnan University still owed her several hundred million points.
If she were to show up, this old man wouldn't dare to act so cocky.
Unfortunately, Zhang Yuchi was destined to never arrive.
Three months ago, after completing her grand slam at Capital University, Zhang Yuchi encountered an unknown powerful opponent.
Although she managed to repel the enemy, she sustained significant injuries. She had been recuperating in Jiangbei ever since, and unless something unexpected happened, she wouldn't be coming.
This was why Zhang Wentao dared to act so arrogantly.
The main reason Zhang Wentao could be so boastful was that Jiangnan University indeed had the means to do so.
Jiangnan University underwent a curriculum reform three months ago.
The results were indeed impressive.
Firstly, and most importantly, the economic benefits were significant.
The Jiangnan online marketplace had been operational for three months, and the other party had been running for over two months.
A rough estimate showed that in just three months, Jiangnan University had earned nearly two hundred million points.
Most of these profits came from the Steel Armored Wild Pig Evolution Kit and the Snowman Summon Beast Evolution Gift Pack.
The latter was added later by Li Wu.
Li Wu discovered that the Snowman Summon Beast, although not particularly strong, was extremely popular due to its humanoid form.
So, Li Wu optimized the plan and put it on the market, unexpectedly making it one of the main products of the Jiangnan marketplace.
Later, with nearly two hundred breeders joining, the Jiangnan marketplace continued to improve.
Profits also increased, and now it brings in over a million points in revenue for Jiangnan University every day.
Currently, Jiangnan University could repay the five hundred million points if they really wanted to; with a little effort, they could clear the debt quickly.
Of course, Jiangnan University currently has no intention of repaying the debt.
After all, the repayment time is still far off, and this is when Jiangnan needs to focus on its development.
In the past three months, although Jiangnan University earned a lot, they spent even more.
They had already spent nearly three hundred million points, all of which were used for the construction of Jiangnan University.
As a result, on the opening day, those who entered Jiangnan University were almost blinded by the extravagant display, starting from the university gate, where the air of opulence was palpable.
Everywhere you looked, there were architectural and equipment combinations.
Even the school's greenery included plants transplanted from Mystic Realms, known for their environmental benefits.
Compared to Jiangnan University, Capital University and Shanghai University didn't seem that impressive.
They thought the scene was just average, and they were far behind, but for those from non-top-tier universities, it was incredibly shocking.
The people from Dong University were the most impacted.
Jiangnan Province wasn't home to just Jiangnan University; there was also Dong University.
This university was established only in recent years.
Being in Jiangnan, Dong University had witnessed Jiangnan University's past struggles.
Jiangnan used to be impoverished, losing countless students, and the academic affairs building was on the verge of collapse due to a lack of funds for repairs.
Now, they were witnessing Jiangnan University's transformation.
The people from Dong University had mixed feelings.
They initially thought that with Jiangnan University's decline, Dong University would rise, but unexpectedly, Jiangnan University stumbled upon a stroke of luck and gained Li Wu, a demon-like talent.
Li Wu had been enrolled for less than half a year, and already, Jiangnan University had turned its fortunes around.
However, for the various universities, money wasn't the most important factor.
What they were most concerned about wasn't the financial aspect but the results of Jiangnan University's curriculum reform.
To understand this, they visited Jiangnan University's Summoning and Breeding Academies.
After touring both academies, they realized that Jiangnan University's reform seemed quite successful.
It was impressive.
At the Summoning Academy, daily tasks and training were the primary focus.
Regarding courses, aside from the foundational ones, the rest were self-study.
After students selected their courses, the school notified them of the designated times for concentrated study.
At the Breeding Academy, there were fewer people compared to the Summoning Academy.
Many areas were restricted, and outsiders had limited knowledge.
The only thing they discovered after touring the Breeding Academy was that there were more teachers than students.
Experienced breeders were everywhere, and even master-level breeders were not uncommon.
Just seeing these teachers, one could gauge the strength of the Breeding Academy without even considering the students.
This made the leaders from other schools both envious and jealous.
They envied the Breeding Academy's strength and were even more jealous that Jiangnan University had stumbled upon Li Wu, a demon-like talent.
After all, Jiangnan University's revival and the Breeding Academy's teachers were all thanks to Li Wu.
Li Wu, the very person who had brought Jiangnan University to its current state, sat in his research room, stroking the head of a little skeleton with a resigned expression.
"Sigh, I accidentally went overboard again!"
Li Wu was truly exasperated. He swore that he had only intended to make some casual adjustments, never imagining that Jiangnan University would become so successful and expansive.
After all, with Jiangnan University's current prosperity, Li Wu felt he had lost much of the enjoyment.
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"Sigh, I originally thought that by performing well in the University League, I could help Jiangnan University achieve a good ranking, endure this year, and then lead Jiangnan University in a tough struggle, using five years to repay the university's debts.
Then, in another five years, I'd develop Jiangnan University to its current state.
But due to this one careless mistake, I've completed the plan that was supposed to take two five-year periods in just three months. Little Skeleton, can you understand how I feel right now? I feel my life is dull and tasteless, filled with a kind of loneliness that you can't comprehend, called invincible loneliness!"
Little Skeleton didn't understand Li Wu's initial words, but he grasped the meaning of the latter part about invincible loneliness, and immediately played a song for Li Wu.
"Invincible, so very lonely..."
Li Wu's face darkened, and he slapped the little skeleton's forehead, "Do you think you're funny?"
The little skeleton's eyes flashed with indignation, feeling particularly wronged. Wasn't Li Wu the one who mentioned invincible loneliness?
"Forget it, forget it, it's pointless explaining to a blockhead like you.
I'll go and talk to those who can understand."
Li Wu was especially exasperated and dejected. He stood up at the right moment, as today's open day had a special opening ceremony where Li Wu was required to make an appearance.
On the other side, at Jiangnan University's first training ground.
A massive stage was set up.
Below the stage, tens of thousands of Jiangnan University students and thousands of outsiders watched as Zhang Wentao spoke for over an hour after a brief introduction.
When everyone was getting a bit impatient, he finally said with satisfaction, "Next, please welcome the President of the Jiangnan University Student Union, Honorary President of the Jiangnan Province Breeding Center, and Chairman of the Lu Corporation, Li Wu, to the stage."
As Zhang Wentao's words fell, a loud roar resounded.
Before the audience could understand what was happening, a vehicle over two meters tall and five meters long drove onto the stage.
The door opened, and Li Wu stepped out, accompanied by his little skeleton.
At the same time Li Wu descended, the vehicle started to move, transforming into a ten-meter-tall Transformer with a few clicks.
The cool transformation scene left everyone momentarily stunned.
But after the initial shock, deafening applause and cheers erupted.
Obviously, the training ground had been renamed the Li Wu Training Ground.
As the crowd's excitement, Li Wu took the microphone from Zhang Wentao.
"Fellow students, teachers, and friends from afar, welcome to Jiangnan University.
You should all know me and have heard the rumors about me being a genius or some kind of demon.
Thank you also for your applause and support.
I want to clarify something today. In fact, I, Li Wu, am not a genius, nor am I some kind of demon. I'm just an ordinary teenager with good luck."
"My success today is purely due to luck.
The current state of Jiangnan University is not solely my doing; it's the result of the hard work of everyone at Jiangnan University.
But people refuse to see this fact and attribute everything to me, bestowing upon me undeserved honor, reputation, and wealth.
This doesn't make me happy. To be honest, I was happiest when I had nothing and was silently striving in the library.
If I could, I'd go back to that time, back to when I had nothing, and strive again, instead of enjoying the glory that should belong to all of Jiangnan University."
Indeed, Li Wu's earlier monologue in the research room was intended to evoke a sense of loneliness ahead of time.
It must be said that Li Wu's emotional build-up was quite successful, carrying a bit of the true essence of a certain father named Ma.
The audience was captivated by Li Wu's profound words, as if he were enveloped in a golden glow.
However, just as Li Wu basked in this moment of glory, a discordant voice suddenly interrupted.
"Do you really want to go back to having nothing?"
Li Wu was startled by these words.
Who was this? Couldn't they see he was showing off? Why were they so disrespectful? At this moment, Li Wu's bodyguard, Tie Lao, became tense.
He was about to take action but was a step too late. A red-haired maiden appeared on stage and pulled Li Wu into her embrace.
Li Wu was stunned by her soft and fragrant touch, and before he fainted, he faintly heard himself being lifted, and the little skeleton immediately burrowed into his heart...
...
There will be two chapters today, as it's Qixi Festival, and I plan to celebrate with the Fifth Girl.
(End of Chapter)
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