lovenovelstory Chapter 17 How did I bite you?
Chapter 17 How did I bite you?
"Hmm?" Zhu Xiaohu stopped in his tracks.
He turned his head, frowned slightly, and wanted to hear what other nonsense this arrogant young man could spout.
"The online growth of the dating market has hit its ceiling. I suggest Baihe.com learn from Lao Zhou and set up offline physical stores as soon as possible. Maybe they can still reap a wave of benefits," Geng Zhi said.
Before Zhu Xiaohu could react, he added:
"No need to thank me. As long as President Mu focuses more on improving the platform's service quality and reduces the amount of fraud and deception, that would be the greatest thanks you can give me."
The "President Mu" he mentioned is Mu Yan, the founder and CEO of Baihe.com.
Geng Zhi's straightforward remarks stunned Qi Chuqin and Jin Zhilong, and Zhu Xiaohu was also momentarily speechless.
He gave Geng Zhi a deep look, and although he had a lot to say, he ultimately said nothing, simply nodded, and strode away.
After watching Zhu Xiaohu leave, Jin Zhilong realized that what followed was a matter between Geng Zhi and Professor Qi.
Although I was interested in watching the drama unfold, I couldn't be so tactless as to stand by and watch, so I decided to leave.
He had just turned around when he suddenly realized an extremely serious problem, and stared intently at Geng Zhi.
Jin Zhilong's tone became urgent: "Little Geng, wait! Ma Chunmei, the founder of your 'Jiaotong University Matchmaker,' she wouldn't... be from Jiaotong University, would she?"
"Yes, that's right." Geng Zhi nodded frankly, "He's also from Lanzhou University, majoring in marketing."
"So, besides you, Ma Chunmei, and that guy Xiang from the art major, the other two team members, Niu and Ma, are also from Lanzhou University?" Jin Zhilong felt a chill run down his spine.
Geng Zhi nodded seriously again, confirming this fact.
"No wonder... the applicant listed themselves as an art major..."
The experienced Jin Zhilong immediately understood that so-and-so Xiang was just a figurehead.
As the head of the Jiaotong University Science and Technology Innovation Foundation, he is responsible for the compliance and impartiality of the entire activity, especially in terms of funding allocation.
However, the core promoters and nominal founders of the "Jiaotong University Matchmaker" project are students from other universities, so what about this first prize that was just awarded...?
This is clearly a major loophole in the rules; it's not in compliance with regulations!
The first prize has already been announced in front of so many students. If it's later canceled, wouldn't that prove the Science and Technology Innovation Foundation's application review process was lax? They would also have to take responsibility...
When the gossip got to him, Jin Zhilong's forehead immediately broke out in a fine layer of sweat.
"Teacher Jin, is there something troubling you?" Qi Chuqin, who had just recovered from the shock of being called a "Lanzhou University student," noticed Jin Zhilong's expression and asked with concern.
"Professor Qi, four out of the five members of Xiao Geng's team are from other universities," Jin Zhilong said in a low voice. "If the first prize is really awarded to a team mainly composed of students from other universities... it involves compliance issues with the competition rules and the disbursement of funds, which is very troublesome."
Upon hearing this, Qi Chuqin immediately realized the sensitivity of the issue.
In principle, resources and honors for campus entrepreneurship competitions should prioritize supporting students from the same school.
Just then, Ma Chunmei, along with Niu Baoguo and Huang Lijuan, finally managed to shake off the enthusiastic "fans" and join Geng Zhi's side.
Seeing that the two teachers were still there, the three of them quickly and respectfully greeted them.
Qi Chuqin looked at Geng Zhi, then at Ma Chunmei, pondered for a few seconds, and asked, "Xiao Geng, you just said you came to the roadshow to prepare for your postgraduate entrance exam. After going through all this trouble, I'm afraid... there's more to it than just that, right?"
Geng Zhi nodded frankly: "Professor Qi is wise! Actually, I came here with a classmate." He gestured to Ma Chunmei, "She wants to apply for a master's program at the Antai College of Economics and Management at National Chiao Tung University, and she needs entrepreneurial experience to boost her chances in the interview."
Ma Chunmei hadn't expected Geng Zhi to be so straightforward in "selling" her out. She cursed him inwardly before she had no choice but to admit, "Yes, teacher... I... I want to apply for a master's program in the School of Economics and Management."
Qi Chuqin and Jin Zhilong exchanged a glance, then shook their heads with wry smiles.
Although the motives are utilitarian, in the current environment, they are so real that it is impossible to criticize them.
Seeing that Jin Zhilong was still in a dilemma, Geng Zhi offered a timely suggestion: "Professor Jin, it will take some time from the review to the disbursement of funds. If Ma Chunmei and I are both admitted to Jiaotong University, then wouldn't we become 'prospective Jiaotong University students'? The compliance issue will naturally no longer exist."
Jin Zhilong's eyes lit up; he felt this was a plausible line of thought.
He immediately turned his expectant gaze to Qi Chuqin, his eyes clearly saying: Professor Qi, you must take this promising talent on board!
Qi, Chu, and Qin could not possibly misunderstand Jin Zhilong's meaning.
He was indeed very satisfied with Geng Zhi's performance today. He was quick-witted, logically clear, calm yet sharp, and a promising talent.
Although I did my undergraduate studies at Lanzhou University... well, Lanzhou University is a long-established 985 university, so its foundation is not bad.
He glanced at his watch, hesitated for a moment, and then asked, "Xiao Geng, will you still be in Shanghai tomorrow morning?"
"Yes, Professor Qi."
"Okay, would it be convenient for you to come to my office at 10 a.m. tomorrow to chat? Let's discuss it beforehand."
"Convenient, thank you Professor Qi!" Geng Zhi immediately replied, then confirmed, "Your office is on the Minhang campus, right?"
"Oh right, it's at the Minhang campus. You seem to know quite a bit about it." Qi Chuqin was somewhat surprised, but then realized that Geng Zhi might have done his homework beforehand, and nodded in satisfaction.
Geng Zhi took the opportunity to get Qi Chuqin's phone number, and the crucial step was finally settled.
No sooner had teachers Qi and Jin left than Ma Chunmei exploded.
She turned to Geng Zhi, her eyebrows furrowed: "Geng Zhi! What do you mean? Why did you reveal that I only participated in the competition because of my postgraduate entrance exam?!"
Her roommate, Huang Lijuan, quickly tugged at her sleeve and whispered, "Chunmei, let it go... Gengzhi helped us so much today..."
"One thing at a time!" Ma Chunmei shook off her hand, huffing and puffing. "He did help, but he also got involved with Professor Qi! He got the benefits himself, then turned around and 'sold out' me. What kind of nonsense is this?"
Geng Zhi shook his head helplessly: "Sister, I'm only helping you because of Niu Baoguo. You're really biting the hand that feeds you."
"How did I bite you? How did you help me?" Ma Chunmei was even angrier.
"Pfft..." Huang Lijuan and Niu Baoguo, who were standing next to them, couldn't help but burst out laughing.
"Niu Baoguo, what are you laughing at!" Ma Chunmei glared at Niu Baoguo.
Niu Baoguo quickly bit his lip and composed himself.
Geng Zhi suppressed a laugh and asked, "Then let me ask you, after today's presentation, do you think Professor Gou recognized you? Will he remember who you are during the interview?"
"Professor Gou..." Ma Chunmei hesitated for two seconds, then insisted, "He may not know me, but I can say I'm the founder of 'Jiaotong University Matchmaker'!"
"Oh? The founder." Geng Zhi smiled knowingly. "Then how will you prove to Professor Gou during the interview that you are indeed the founder, and not just a figurehead, or even just an audience member? By empty words?"
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