The host: "???"
Both of them were giants in the computer industry of Xia Country, known for their stern and serious demeanor. When had they become so warm and approachable?
"Lin Xuan, I'm Qian Hong."
Qian Hong handed him his business card and was about to say more when Xue Wenbo cut in.
"Lin Xuan, this is my business card. I'm Xue Wenbo. I've been involved in many of the country's rockets, space stations, and national network information security projects, and also..."
Xue Wenbo began to boast about his achievements in the computer field.
Qian Hong snorted, "Most of the things you mentioned, I was involved in too!" He then started listing his own accomplishments.
Today, he was determined to win over Lin Xuan, this genius student!
"Lin Xuan," Xue Wenbo said, "Qian Hong has taken on many students before, but I'm different. I haven't taken on any students yet. If you're willing to become my disciple, I promise to pass on all my knowledge to you and guide you personally."
"Old Xue," Qian Hong retorted, unwilling to back down, "that was in the past. I don't have any students now. If you can guide Lin Xuan personally, so can I!"
The two argued fiercely, their faces red with anger, almost coming to blows.
They were firing off words like rapid gunfire.
Lin Xuan couldn't get a word in edgewise.
The audience, who had been about to leave, stayed to watch the spectacle.
The live stream chat exploded with comments:
—This is the difference between a genius and an ordinary person. To have two arrogant computer giants fighting over him!
—Lin Xuan isn't just a genius. I'd call him a monster. His abilities are truly astonishing.
—I just looked up that Master Oli. He's currently ranked second in the world in computer science. A problem that took him two years to solve, Lin Xuan cracked in just over ten minutes. That's insane!
The team leader from Yundu University watched the scene and nodded in approval. "I have to admit, Lin Xuan's abilities are indeed extraordinary. It's no surprise they're fighting over him."
"Lin Li," the Yundu University team leader turned to Lin Li, "aren't you Lin Xuan's brother? If you have any questions about computers, maybe you can ask him for advice."
"Sure," Lin Li forced a smile.
The Yundu University team leader's gaze returned to Lin Xuan.
If it weren't for her position as a Yundu University teacher, she might have rushed over to beg Lin Xuan to be her mentor.
Lin Li, on the other hand, was seething with jealousy.
His fists clenched tightly at his sides.
This time, Lin Xuan had not only escaped but also stolen the spotlight!
He couldn't accept it!
But Lin Xuan had better watch out!
He had gotten lucky this time, but next time, he wouldn't be so fortunate.
Lin Li had already hired someone to ensure that Lin Xuan would end up just like him—neither man nor woman.
Without that thing, Su Hua would surely abandon him.
Lin Xuan had been too arrogant, angering their father, who had already begun targeting Tianmu Group.
Without Su Hua's support, Tianmu Group would crumble.
The thought of Lin Xuan's downfall brought a smile to Lin Li's face.
Meanwhile, Qian Hong and Xue Wenbo were still arguing.
The host quietly took a few steps back to avoid getting caught in their crossfire.
Qian Hong gritted his teeth. "Old Xue, can't you show some respect for your elders?"
Xue Wenbo snorted. "And can't you show some love for the younger generation?"
"Gentlemen," the host couldn't help but interject, "the choice of mentor should be up to Lin Xuan. Why don't you ask him?"
"Lin Xuan," both Qian Hong and Xue Wenbo turned to him, "who will you choose?"
Lin Xuan: "..."
Could he say neither?
Their statuses were impressive, but with Su Hua as his backer, he didn't need to rely on anyone else.
As for computer skills, he didn't need to learn from them either.
Mentors? He couldn't be bothered.
The president of the National Computer Association arrived and overheard their argument.
Both Xue Wenbo and Qian Hong were older than him and had greater achievements in the computer field.
Still, he couldn't resist walking up to them.
"Isn't it possible," the president said timidly, "that with Lin Xuan's abilities, he doesn't need a mentor? There's probably nothing you can teach him."
Xue Wenbo: "..."
Qian Hong: "..."
Damn!
They had forgotten about that!
Indeed, with Lin Xuan's current abilities, he didn't need them as mentors.
The problem Master Oli had posed—they had spent the past few days trying to solve it and had only managed to crack the first fifth. The rest was beyond them.
And those ten competition questions? They couldn't have finished them in thirty minutes.
Lin Xuan's abilities were truly astounding.
In fact, Lin Xuan could probably be their mentor.
Xue Wenbo and Qian Hong both fell silent.
"Lin Xuan," Xue Wenbo still refused to give up. He handed Lin Xuan the business card he hadn't yet given him.
"If you have any questions about computers, feel free to contact me anytime. And if you want to join a national computer institution, I can recommend you."
Qian Hong also handed Lin Xuan his business card. "Here's mine. Old Xue is retired now, but I'm not. You don't need his recommendation; I can directly place you under my team."
Lin Xuan had no choice but to accept the cards.
As Lin Xuan and the other students and teachers from Shangqing University left, Lin Xuan and Wang Dahe walked at the back of the group.
Shen Qianqian appeared in front of Lin Xuan, her face flushed with embarrassment.
Lin Xuan's temple twitched.
Why was Shen Qianqian here again?
"Lin Xuan, I need to talk to you alone," Shen Qianqian whispered.
Wang Dahe's guard went up.
What? What?
The way Shen Qianqian was acting, it seemed like she was trying to steal Su Hua's man!
No way.
He had to keep an eye on things and make sure Su Hua's territory was secure.
Before Lin Xuan could respond, Wang Dahe spoke up. "I'm Lin Xuan's best friend, Wang Dahe. We grew up together, sharing everything. Whatever you want to say to Lin Xuan, you can say it in front of me."
Shen Qianqian frowned.
Wasn't this the dark, ugly guy who had shown up the day she had arranged for someone to rob Lin Xuan so she could swoop in and save him?
Why was he here causing trouble again?