Rebirth of the Rich Second Generation's Growth Diary

Chapter 130 Taking orders
The next morning, before the sun had fully filled the campus, Li Xu had already returned from his morning run.

He walked into the dormitory with brisk steps, with beads of sweat on his forehead.

At this time, the other people in the dormitory had just finished washing up, and the bathroom was still filled with a faint mist.

Li Xu put his cell phone on the sink in speakerphone mode. The water from the faucet was flowing. He scooped up water with his hands to wash his face while talking to the counselor on the other end of the phone.

"Li Xu, are you up now?" The counselor's voice came clearly from the loudspeaker.

"Well, I'm up. What's going on?" Li Xu responded while wiping the water droplets on his face with a towel.

"It's eight o'clock now. Come to my office at nine o'clock. I need to talk to you about something."

Li Xu was slightly stunned, blinked his eyes, put the toothbrush in his hand back into the cup, hesitated for a moment, and asked politely: "Excuse me, may I ask what is going on? I mean, do I need to prepare anything?"

The counselor's hearty laughter came from the other end of the line: "Don't be nervous, it's not a bad thing. You made that Capital Foreign Studies University freshman handbook, right?"

The sound instantly attracted the attention of the other three guys in the dormitory. They all came over curiously, with confusion and curiosity written all over their faces.

Li Xu coughed lightly and admitted calmly, "Yes, I did it."

The instructor continued, "The dean saw it and thought your work was great. He's asking if you'd be interested in making one for our college. If you're interested, please come to our office to discuss the details."

After hearing this, Li Xu slowly picked up the toothbrush again, squeezed toothpaste on it, and said in a soothing tone: "Okay, I'll come to see you at nine o'clock."

After hanging up the phone, Li Xu turned his head and saw his three roommates staring at him with wide eyes.

Li Xu couldn't help but smile and asked, "What's the matter?"

Zhang Chenghui, the most extroverted, couldn't hold back his excitement and said expectantly, "Brother, do you need any help? Count us in!"

Liu Dongyang nodded vigorously, like a chick pecking at rice, and said eagerly, "We don't understand the technical aspects, but you definitely need to collect information for this set of freshman guides. We can do that."

As he spoke, he nudged the somewhat shy Peng Fei next to him. Peng Fei hesitated for a moment and whispered, "I can help with the layout design. I've used all those software programs."

Li Xu quickly brushed his teeth and put his toothbrush and cup back in their original places. With a gentle smile on his face, he said, "Tsinghua University and Peking University have their own school publication department and their own publishing house. Logically speaking, it doesn't make sense for them to ask me to order something like this. Let me go to the counselor's office first to see what's going on. Don't worry, if they really want to cooperate with the school, they will definitely not forget you."

After finishing breakfast, Li Xu walked slowly towards the counselor's office.

Along the way, the scene on campus gradually became lively, with students coming and going, some walking in groups, some hurrying along alone.

Counselor Luo Xin’s office was on the second floor of the teaching building. Li Xu knocked on the door gently and walked in after getting a response.

Luo Xin is a tall young man with dark skin and black-framed glasses.

His hair was thick and neat, meticulously combed back and shiny. He exuded a calm and capable temperament.

Luo Xin was sitting at his desk with a cigarette in his hand. When he saw Li Xu come in, he took a slow puff, the smoke slowly coming out of his nostrils, and then he explained his purpose to Li Xu directly.

"Here's what happened: the dean's daughter happens to be studying at Capital Foreign Language School across the street. She brought back a copy of your freshman guide. The dean was impressed by your design, especially the two sets of guides, both paper and electronic. They're both very impressive, so he's decided to publish a freshman guide for our school."

When Li Xu heard this, he was slightly stunned, and his thoughts began to run fast.

A hint of thought flashed across his eyes, and in just a moment, he had already sorted out a lot of useful information.

Luo Xin gently extinguished his cigarette in the ashtray and continued, "Because this is a freshman guide for our college, and time is tight, going through the school's internal procedures would be too cumbersome. The dean's point is that since you were able to design a freshman guide for Capital University of Foreign Studies in such a short time, you can definitely design ours even faster, so the dean hopes to work with you."

Luo Xin said this with a meaningful smile on his face, and added: "But as an aside, the dean seems to like you very much."

Suddenly, as if remembering something, a look of sudden enlightenment crossed his face. "Oh, right, you were admitted to our school through a scientific research competition. That was the last scientific research competition with a recommendation policy. Originally, our college didn't participate in scientific research competitions, but our dean participated as an innovation observer that year. I think that's when you caught his attention, right?"

After a pause, Luo Xin brought the topic back on track. "As for the relevant information and materials, the academy will provide some. After all, this is a semi-official publication, so some content is required, but we will also leave a lot of space for you to express yourself freely."

Li Xu listened patiently to Luo Xin's words, then slowly said: "I think I understand. I would like to ask a few questions."

Luo Xin nodded and motioned for him to ask questions.

Li Xu clearly and logically raised several questions he had already sorted out: "Time, quantity, and specific requirements."

Luo Xin replied, "As for the timeframe, the sooner the better. As for the quantity, we don't need a lot, as this information changes quickly. Well, if possible, around a thousand copies. As for other specific requirements, we'll compile a document and hand it over to you."

Li Xu nodded and said crisply, "Okay, no problem."

Luo Xin was a little surprised and asked with a smile: "Aren't you going to talk about the compensation?"

Li Xu smiled calmly and said confidently, "The School of Management is not short of money. I will accept any offer from the school."

After hearing this, Luo Xin couldn't help but look Li Xu up and down in surprise. Then he showed a meaningful expression and said with emotion: "You really surprised me a little."

In fact, Luo Xin originally wanted to keep the matter in suspense to test Li Xu's opinion on the matter.

But at this moment, he has deeply realized that Li Xu is far more mature and capable than he imagined.

He knew very well that by entrusting students with the production of this semi-official publication, they could gain far more than just material rewards.

Not to mention that the dean can remember your name, as for the numerous materials needed to produce the freshman guide, much of it is difficult for students to access in normal times, and this information can often bring unexpected advantages.

Originally, he was planning to give Li Xu some pointers, but now it seems that Li Xu seemed to have already seen through the key.

Just as Luo Xin guessed, Li Xu was indeed clearly aware of the potential benefits behind doing this, so he didn't care about the amount of compensation.

As expected, although the School of Management only required the production of one thousand freshman guides, it generously quoted a price of fifty thousand yuan and also generously provided them with the school's printing room for free. Of course, the corresponding requirements would be higher.

After Li Xu left the office, he returned to the dormitory and immediately contacted Ye Ruida and Xue Xue.

Considering that this was a freshman guide for the School of Production Management, he felt that Tang Qiaoning and An Duoduo did not need to be involved.

The task of collecting information can be handed over to the three enthusiastic roommates to help complete. Moreover, Peng Fei also volunteered to participate in the layout design. In this way, the assistance of Xue Xue and Ye Ruida is enough.

When the three roommates heard about the opportunity to make money, they immediately became motivated and excited.

Moreover, after taking this job, they can openly skip the night training for the next student military training, which is really a good thing that kills two birds with one stone.

After this matter was arranged, the freshmen then received their textbooks and military training uniforms.

An Duoduo said she helped Li Xu, but how could Li Xu always let a girl help him with physical work? It was simply going against the will of heaven.

At his strong request, Li Xu asked An Duoduo to buy milk tea while he went to get the textbooks.

While waiting in line, a boy squeezed in from the back and had a small conflict with someone in front.

Li Xu heard a shout from the front: "Why are you in such a hurry? Go get in line!"

Then Li Xu saw a thin boy with a high hairline and dark skin, giving people a very serious feeling.

He frowned and said, "I'm not here to get the book."

"If you're not here to pick up books, why are you here? This is where you pick up books."

"There's something wrong with the invoice. They overcharged me by 34 cents."

"34 cents more? It's only 34 cents more, that's not that much."

Li Xu found the boy interesting and looked at him. From his clothes, it was clear that he did not come from a very well-off family.

He frowned and said to the boy who was cut in line: "Even if you came here for the invoice, you can't cut in line. Go to the back."

Li Xu patted his shoulder and said, "It's okay, just stand in front of me."

The boy turned around and looked Li Xu up and down, then whispered, "Thank you. My name is Shen Mobai. What's your name?"

Li Xu smiled and said, "My name is Li Xu."

"Li Xu." Shen Mobai silently memorized the name.

……

The next day, the normal student military training schedule officially began.

The military training was not held in the military camp as in previous years, but on the school playground, which was convenient and easy.

According to the established plan, the initial stage of military training will focus on drill training, and the content will be much richer in the middle and later stages, such as visiting the national defense education base to feel the heroic deeds of the ancestors in defending the country; and going to the military camp to experience live-fire shooting and personally appreciate the charm of military training.

However, first we have to get through the painful queue training in the first few days.

When the students first put on their military caps and camouflage uniforms for military training, they were all very excited.

But after just one morning, the excitement was replaced by fatigue and soreness, and I complained bitterly.

The instructor in charge of training in the Seventh Company where Li Xu is located is a young man in his early twenties.

He stands tall and straight, with pride and seriousness in his eyes. During training, he always maintains a strict attitude of "If I can do it, you must do it too."

While standing at attention, the instructor said solemnly, "Don't worry, I won't just let you stand and watch. I'll stand at attention with you. I'm not trying to show off my physique or my determination. I just want you to understand that I share your experiences. Therefore, you must meet every requirement I set. I know whether you've reached your limits or not. My goal is to make our formation the best in the entire battalion."

After a passionate speech, the Seventh Company began the highest standard and most rigorous training in the entire battalion.

It has to be said that among the students who can be admitted to Peking University and Tsinghua University, very few have weak willpower.

Many people have misunderstandings about students from prestigious schools, thinking that those who are good at studying must not be good at sports. This is really a huge misunderstanding.

Those who can endure the hardships of studying often have stronger perseverance.

Looking back at the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the real elite troops were often composed of children from good families.

Moreover, in the final stage of learning, in addition to intelligence, physical strength is also crucial. Without a strong physique, it is impossible to withstand high-intensity learning.

Therefore, at least most of the students in prestigious universities have better than average physical fitness. On the first day of military training, the sun was extremely scorching, burning the earth.

The instructor stood in front of the team with an upright posture and a firm gaze. His aura seemed to compete with the students, subtly creating an atmosphere of confrontation.

The students below inexplicably developed a strong determination to not admit defeat. They were all young people, and no one wanted to admit that their willpower was weaker than others.

The military posture training, originally planned for 40 minutes, was carried out by everyone for an hour. It was not until one girl could no longer hold on, her face turned pale and she almost fainted that the instructor gave the order for everyone to rest.

The instructor nodded with satisfaction and praised: "Very good."

Li Xu looked at An Duoduo beside him and saw that she looked relaxed and turned her head to smile.

Li Xu wiped the sweat from his forehead, but he felt a little worried in his heart.

It can be seen that this young instructor takes military training very seriously, but his methods are not necessarily scientific.

The instructor's prestige was established at the first meeting, but the fact that the girl almost fainted also made these newly entered university and arrogant students feel somewhat dissatisfied.

Li Xu heard a few boys behind him whispering, "What is he so proud of? If we didn't have to take care of the girls in our team, I really want to let him see who has stronger willpower."

Every year, we try to innovate student military training, but in reality, it’s all just standing in formation. It’s very difficult to achieve truly meaningful innovation.

As soon as the first day of military training ended, everyone’s novelty about the training disappeared, and they began to eagerly look forward to the end of the training, but this long military training had just begun.

The next day, it was still the boring queue training, but something unexpected happened today.

After half an hour of standing at attention, the young instructor announced condescendingly, "You performed well yesterday. That's all for today. Everyone, take a ten-minute break."

At this moment, an inappropriate laugh suddenly rang out from the team: "Instructor, even if you won the competition yesterday, it wasn't fair."

The young instructor raised his eyebrows slightly and looked in the direction of the voice.

Li Xu also looked over and remembered that the boy's name was Chen Dongsheng. He was tall and thin, with a rebellious look between his eyebrows.

The instructor couldn't stand such provocation. He stared at Chen Dongsheng and asked, "What's unfair?"

Chen Dongsheng met the instructor's gaze without fear and said confidently, "Yesterday we competed in willpower, and there were girls on our team. Of course, that wasn't fair."

The instructor frowned and asked, "So how do you want to compete?"

Chen Dongsheng snorted and replied, "Of course it's the boys who are competing with you."

The instructor narrowed his eyes, was silent for a moment, and then actually agreed.

Then, a strange scene appeared.

After the break, the instructor stood in front of the team and began to stand at attention, while Chen Dongsheng confronted him below. The other students were arranged to practice singing military songs nearby.

Time passed minute by minute, and the scorching sun shone on the two of them without bias. This battle of willpower and physical strength seemed to have no end in sight.

As time passed, neither of them showed any sign of giving up.

Li Xu looked at the scene and became more and more worried, with a vague sense of unease.

Just as he was secretly observing the confrontation over there, he suddenly felt someone gently poking his waist from the side.

Li Xu turned his head and saw that it was An Duoduo. He didn't know when she came over without anyone noticing.

Li Xu lowered his voice and said with a smile, "If the instructor finds out later, we'll both be punished."

An Duoduo shook her head nonchalantly and said, "He won't be able to find out. That kid is too impatient. He's far worse than you."

As she spoke, An Duoduo took out two pieces of chocolate from her pocket and handed one to Li Xu, just like she did in high school.

Li Xu took the chocolate and was about to eat it when he heard someone exclaim, "Oh my God!"

Li Xu immediately looked at the two people confronting each other, and saw the instructor falling straight down under the gaze of everyone.

The scene was instantly in chaos.

Because there are many students in military training and the school covers a large area, the distance between each team is quite far.

Li Xu stood up suddenly, his brain working rapidly.

At this time, he also noticed that while the scene was in chaos, some people took out their mobile phones and took pictures of the fainted instructor.

Li Xu quickly squeezed out of the crowd, ran to the instructor and helped him up.

Looking up, the order at the scene was out of control. Chen Dongsheng, the instigator of this farce, had a hint of gloating on his face. He said, "You haven't even had breakfast, and you're still trying so hard."

Li Xu was stunned for a moment and asked hurriedly: "Instructor, didn't you have breakfast?"

Chen Dongsheng shrugged and said, "This instructor was punished by his squad leader to stand in the cafeteria this morning and didn't get to eat breakfast."

Li Xu frowned. At this moment, he had no time to blame Chen Dongsheng's behavior.

He stood up, suddenly bursting out with powerful momentum, and shouted loudly: "Stop taking pictures! If today's photos are circulated, everyone will be punished!"

Li Xu's voice was loud and powerful, and his tone was extremely serious, which actually calmed down the chaotic scene in an instant.

At this moment, the students who had come to their senses also responded: "Li Xu is right, students, please stop taking random photos!"

"The instructor fainting is not something worth publicizing. Please don't spread this photo!"

“Everyone needs to be sensitive!”

Chen Dongsheng frowned and was about to say something when Li Xu looked up at him coldly, his eyes as sharp as a torch: "Do you want to make things worse?"

Chen Dongsheng was stunned for a moment and finally shut up.

Li Xu hurriedly took out the chocolate that An Duoduo had just given him and fed it to the instructor.

At this time, the instructor had woken up, but looked very weak and pale. He looked at Li Xu with gratitude.

At this time, the military training ground was noisy and the originally neat formation became disorganized.

Li Xu stood in front, his posture straight. He took a deep breath, raised his voice, and said loudly: "Our military training has evaluations. The regular performances and the final report performance are very important. I'm sure some teachers have noticed our situation by now. Everyone, please don't scatter. If it affects your regular grades, it will not be a good thing for everyone!"

Hearing Li Xu's reminder, An Duoduo in the team opened her eyes brightly and was the first to react. She nodded vigorously and pulled the classmate next to her, signaling everyone to be quiet.

Peng Fei and the others also responded to Li Xu and reminded the people around them.

Humans are herd animals. Under their leadership, the originally chaotic scene quickly quieted down, the students returned to their seats, and order was effectively restored.

At this moment, counselor Luo Xin hurried over from the other end of the playground.

He looked anxious, with beads of sweat on his forehead. He quickly scanned the scene and immediately saw the instructor sitting under the shade of a tree next to him.

He frowned, took a few quick steps forward, and asked, "What happened?"

Among all the people at the scene, Luo Xin was the most familiar with Li Xu, and it was Li Xu who stabilized the order at the scene, so he walked straight up to Li Xu to inquire about the situation.

Li Xu's expression was calm, without any trace of seeking credit. He simply stated objectively, "The instructor had low blood sugar and fainted. He is now well."

His tone was calm and he did not mention what Chen Dongsheng had just done.

At this time, Chen Dongsheng was standing in the crowd, his face slightly pale, and he reacted belatedly.

Thinking back to when he had just spoken out of his own accord and revealed that he knew the instructor had not eaten breakfast, he was filled with regret.

Now it seems that I was taking advantage of someone's misfortune, which was a really bad decision.

Fortunately, only Li Xu came forward just now, so the others should not have heard it.

He secretly looked at Li Xu and thought to himself that Li Xu should not be the kind of person who would gossip.

After a moment of silence, Chen Dongsheng seemed to have made up his mind. He stepped forward and said loudly, "Thanks to Li Xu for organizing everyone and restoring order. He asked everyone not to take pictures and avoid chaos, so it shouldn't affect our usual grades, right?"

There was a hint of urgency in his voice.

After hearing this, Luo Xin nodded approvingly and gave Li Xu a look of approval. He said, "The battalion commander didn't notice this. Li Xu, you're right. If there are any minor problems or issues, we should try to handle them internally."

After saying that, he turned to look at the instructor next to him and asked with concern: "Instructor, are you okay? Let's go to the school doctor."

The instructor sat in the shade of a tree, his face still a little pale, but he waved his hand and said in a slightly weak but firm voice: "It's okay, I can recover on my own."

This little disturbance came to a temporary end, and the students returned to their training positions one after another, and the neat slogans rang out again on the playground.

……

In the evening, a short class meeting was held in the classroom.

The lights were dim, the students sat together, and the counselor stood on the podium, made some trivial requests, and arranged the schedule for tomorrow.

After the class meeting, the others got up one after another and prepared to attend night training.

Li Xu was able to return to the dormitory to rest under the pretext of making a freshman guide.

Naturally, he would not forget An Duoduo. After explaining the situation to the counselor, he also asked for leave for An Duoduo.

Just as Li Xu was about to leave the classroom, he suddenly heard someone calling him from behind: "Li Xu, wait a moment."

Li Xu paused and turned around to see Shen Mobai, whom he had just met during the day.

(End of this chapter)