Chapter 131: A Bit Dazzling
TL: Etude
The next morning, with autumn in full swing, the maple woods were steeped in rich colors.
Jiang Qins entrepreneurial story was published in the Linchuan Youth Daily and delivered early in the morning to the distribution center.
University students generally dont read newspapers, not even the campus ones, let alone those from outside the school. However, if the newspaper features someone they know, it becomes an exception.
For instance, Jiang Tian, who returned to the dorm early in the morning with a stack of newspapers, then distributed them one by one.
He, an ordinary college student. He, an unremarkable entrepreneur on campus. He, full of dreams and ideals, passionate and kind-hearted
Song Qingsheng was the most excited upon seeing the newspaper. It felt like star-chasing in real life, so she picked up the newspaper and read a few lines, looking very pleased.
Jian Chun originally didnt want to read it, but the lines read by Song Qingsheng piqued her curiosity. Eventually, she couldnt resist opening the paper and meticulously read Jiang Qins news article three times. Her expression unconsciously drifted into a dreamy state, and her eyes shimmered with a touch of bright melancholy.
In the eyes of university students, the terms interest and honor are often seen as separate.
Interest is just that, and honor is another thing entirely; they should not be conflated.
Moreover, most students feel that honor is more important than interest, as their educational upbringing largely focuses on selfless dedication and the pursuit of honor.
Therefore, although Jiang Qins entrepreneurial success and financial gain are impressive, in the minds of university students, he was just slightly more capable, on par with the owner of a restaurant on South Street.
But Jiang Qin being featured in the newspaper, officially recognized and becoming a role model, that changes everything.
His image instantly becomes grander, his prestige instantly elevated.
Jian Chun and Song Qingsheng have fundamentally different personalities. Song Qingsheng values money, so the moment Jiang Qin appeared in a Bentley, he became her idol.
Jian Chun, coming from a well-off family, doesnt worship money and has no concept of it, seeking higher spiritual aspirations.
At first, she thought Jiang Qin was frivolous. After the South Street incident, she saw him as a mature, stable, and reliable man. Now, having read this newspaper, Jiang Qin shone brilliantly in her eyes.
Usually, being featured in the campus newspaper is already a big deal, but Jiang Qin was in a bona fide city-level newspaper, which is incomparable.
What does the Work-Study Program mean?
Jian Chun snapped out of her thoughts and explained to Pan Xiu, Its about providing part-time positions for impoverished students on campus.
Jiang Qin went to help the needy at the University of Science and Technology? Pan Xiu was incredulous.
Jiang Tian couldnt help but interject, Hes been absent a lot recently. Probably hes been going to the University of Science and Technology. This is a collaboration at the school level, which ordinary students cant even participate in. But Jiang Qin not only participated but also initiated the project.
No wonder even the Linchuan Youth Daily came to interview him. Look at the photo, hes arm in arm with the Youth League Secretary of the University of Science and Technology. Its surreal.
It feels like Jiang Qin isnt even living in the same world as us.
Looking back now, its unbelievable that he single-handedly started that sensational campus beauty contest.
Listening to their conversation, Jian Chuns gaze became distant again, her thoughts drifting back to the incident on South Street, feeling a sense of loss.
How did she, at the beginning of the semester, mistake such a dazzling man for a frivolous one?
Its all Cao Guangyus fault for not signing that note!
Of course, its possible that he did sign it, and she simply didnt notice.
Misunderstandings like these are common during student days and usually dont become a source of lingering concerns. However, as Jiang Qins brilliance increasingly shone, the light he cast grew ever more intense. Under these circumstances, Jian Chun found it increasingly difficult to unravel her emotional knots.
Meanwhile, in boys dormitory 302, Cao Guangyu was also holding a newspaper, grinding his teeth in irritation.
The newspaper featured three photos: one of the entrepreneurial office, one of Jiang Qin with the head of the University of Science and Technology, and a solo shot of Jiang Qin himself, which seemed more imposing the more one looked at it.
As someone who prided himself on his swagger, Cao Guangyu was envious.
Chu Siqis gaze drifted out the window, Jiang Qin is so outstanding now. The more he shines, the more I feel unworthy of him. If only he werent so exceptional, if only he were just an ordinary university student, I wouldnt have to regret so much.
Its wrong to think like that. Jiang Qins excellence is due to his own efforts.
I understand that, but the more he shines, the worse it reflects on my judgment and taste.
Wang Huiru didnt know how to respond and just sat down on the bed, sinking into silence with her friend.
During this silence, she couldnt help but recall a conversation she had with Yu Shasha during a graduation gathering. Yu Shasha had said it was unfortunate they attended the same university as Jiang Qin because his brilliance made all other men seem insignificant, making it hard to find someone they liked.
Wang Huiru hadnt taken those words seriously then, but now they seemed to be coming true.
Huiru.
Yes?
I also saw Feng Nanshu.
Chu Siqi clenched her fists unconsciously, At first, I couldnt accept it, but thinking about it, someone as outstanding as Jiang Qin really does deserve her.
Wang Huiru looked up, Siqi, what youre saying isnt right.
Whats wrong about it?
Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu didnt become a couple because hes outstanding. She has been with him through thick and thin, not attracted by his brilliance. You need to understand this sequence of events.
Chu Siqis face paled, and she bit her lip in silence, her emotions complex.
Lets not think about it anymore. Lets go eat.
Okay.
Meanwhile, on the university forum, people were also discussing this news.
Those who knew Jiang Qin were accustomed to his achievements, so they werent too shocked. However, those unfamiliar with him were more agitated upon hearing the news.
Linchuan University had been encouraging entrepreneurship among students for years with little success. Hoping to inspire entrepreneurial spirit, the university uploaded the electronic version of the newspaper to its official website and course selection system.
This was how Jiang Qins previously unknown name suddenly came into everyones view.
Whats Jiang Qins background?
Must be a rich second-generation, who else would dare to burn money on a website?
Its unbelievable, not even November yet, and hes made so much money?
Some of it might be exaggerated, but Linchuan Youth Daily is known for its seriousness, so its probably mostly true.
Creating a website makes this much money? Had I known, Id have done it too. It doesnt look that hard.
Its indeed not hard. A computer science student can do it in a week. Our school probably exaggerated to set an example.
A freshman in university, two and a half months into entrepreneurship, organizing a campus beauty contest, promoting work-study.
These keywords seemed too sensational, leading to numerous envious comments.
This was a normal phenomenon.
After all, since when was there such an extraordinary freshman?
Everyones life seemed similar to Ren Ziqiangs description apart from attending classes, they played games or dated. Now, suddenly, a freshman had made headlines for his entrepreneurial success and collaboration with another university, intensifying the sense of disparity.
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