Rebirth of a Top Student's Handbook

After Yu Cheng left, Zhuang Xian and the other two sat for a while longer before dispersing.

On the way back, Zhuang Xian's mind was filled with what Yu Cheng had just said.

What does Yu Cheng have that Zhou Min and the others want?

Research resources?

It's unlikely. If Yu Cheng had those resources, he would have gone into business on his own long ago. He would never give them to someone else.

Political resources?

No, the Gu family has never been involved in the business sector.

Resources of overseas universities?

No, Yu Cheng went to university in China. In terms of resources at overseas universities, he might not be as good as me.

......

Zhuang and Xian's minds were racing.

The next morning, Zhuang Xian instructed his assistant to investigate Huachuang Future's latest developments.

Zhou Min and his students always do things unpredictably, and sometimes he can't figure out what they're planning to do next.

The assistant was very fast.

Zhuang Xian looked at the documents in his hand and asked uncertainly, "So Huachuang Future is planning to set up its own research institute?"

"It should be. Although Huachuang Future has always been recruiting people for research positions, the frequency and scale of the recruitment information and interviews released in the past were not this high."

After finishing speaking, the assistant added, "I've already had someone submit the resume. We'll have a detailed understanding of the candidate after the interview."

"Ah."

Zhuang Xian hadn't expected that Zhou Min and the others would be preparing to establish a research institute.

After all, they are so poor.

Zhuang Xian leaned back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping the table, his gaze fixed intently on the document in his hand. His brows were slightly furrowed, as if he were deep in thought.

“Setting up a research institute,” Zhuang Xian pondered, “isn’t like Zhou Min’s style. Where did they get the resources and the guts?”

The assistant stood aside, quietly waiting for Zhuang Xian's further instructions. He knew that what Zhuang Xian needed at this moment was not an answer, but space to think.

After a long while, Zhuang Xian slowly spoke: "Zhou Min, although young, always acts in unexpected ways. If they really intend to set up a research institute, they must have something to rely on."

He paused, then continued, "You should have someone follow up on this, especially regarding the source of their funding and their partners; this information is very important."

Zhuang Xian wanted to know what Zhou Min was relying on, or what kind of capital she had contacted.

As for Yu Cheng, Zhuang Xian didn't take him seriously.

Over the years, Yu Cheng has invested in many projects, both large and small, but because his investments are so diversified, the gains and losses have been minimal, and his impact on the overall situation has been negligible.

Zhuang Xian felt that Zhou Min and the others must have some kind of backing to dare to gamble so recklessly.

The assistant nodded: "Understood, I will keep those things in mind."

Zhuang Xian sighed softly, leaned back in his chair, and looked somewhat dazed: "Huachuang Future is getting more and more interesting."

He knew perfectly well that Zhou Min and Huachuang Future had been forced into these actions by him.

If they hadn't funded so many university laboratories and research institutions, they wouldn't have ended up in this situation.

This move was a ruthless one for them, a desperate attempt to break through their own blockade.

If things develop well, I may no longer be able to block them from the perspective of scientific research resources.

Then the advantages of Zhongchuang Elite will disappear in the future.

Zhuang Xian's fingers unconsciously tapped on the table again, a habitual gesture when he was thinking. His expression was calm, but the light in his eyes revealed his inner tension and anticipation.

"Also," Zhuang Xian suddenly sat up straight and said to his assistant, "contact our partners, especially those research institutions, and see if they have recently been in contact with Huachuang Future."

The assistant nodded: "Okay, I'll take care of it right away."

Zhuang Xian nodded slightly, then waved for his assistant to leave. The office door closed softly, and he fell into deep thought once more.

He knew that the game had only just begun, and he had to remain vigilant at all times, not letting any opportunity slip through his fingers.

A slow smile crept onto Zhuang Xian's lips, a glint of cunning flashing in his eyes. He loved challenges, and even more so, he loved finding the possibility of victory within those challenges.

"Zhou Min," Zhuang Xian murmured to himself, "I hope you won't disappoint me."

If he was just playing around before, after this experience, Zhuang Xian has already considered Zhou Min and the others to be on the same level as himself.

Zhuang Xian stood up, walked to the window, and gazed into the distance. Sunlight streamed through the window, bathing him in its glow, adding to his air of determination and composure.

Whatever moves Huachuang Future makes next, he must be careful. In this game, he must be the one who laughs last.

On the other side, Yu Cheng also contacted Zhou Min through Gong Yu.

Zhou Min felt quite embarrassed looking at the young man opposite her who was being very enthusiastic towards her.

Instructor?

Gu's mother?

Zhou Min rummaged through the depths of her memory before finally recalling the few scattered interactions she had with Instructor Gu and his mother.

"Oh, hahaha, it's been a long time since I've seen the instructor and aunt. I'll definitely pay them a visit once I'm done with this busy period."

Zhou Min has now realized the importance of connections.

When others show obvious goodwill towards her and are of use to her, Zhou Min is very willing to take the initiative to maintain the relationship.

Gong Yu watched the two exchanging pleasantries quietly without interrupting.

After chatting with Yu Cheng for a while, Zhou Min finally got to the point.

"I heard from Teacher Gong that you're planning to collaborate with me?"

"Yes, that's definitely the idea!"

After Yu Cheng finished speaking, he glanced at Gong Yu and said with a smile, "We haven't had a chance to meet before, but this time we are fortunate to have Gong Yu help us introduce us."

Zhou Min was a little surprised to hear Yu Cheng's familiar tone.

If she hadn't seen it with her own eyes, she would have found it hard to connect the serious and aloof Teacher Gong with Yu Cheng, a businessman who looked like he was indulging in a life of luxury and extravagance.

Perhaps sensing Zhou Min's surprise, Yu Cheng smiled and introduced, "Gong Yu and I are childhood friends, but Gong Yu kept skipping grades and went abroad, so we haven't seen each other for many years."

"It was quite a coincidence that we not only reunited with old friends, but also got to know President Zhou."

"Hehehe..." Zhou Min chuckled twice before continuing to inquire about the cooperation.

Zhou Min is a bit impatient; she's really not good at chatting with others while discussing work.