If everyone is reborn, who will work for capital?

Chapter 45 The Principle of Violation

"Senior Brother Lü, I have an urgent matter I'd like to ask for your help with. I participated in the entrepreneurship competition that Professor Qi was reviewing before the holiday, and I was lucky enough to win a small prize..."

Geng Zhi briefly explained the situation over the phone, emphasizing that Professor Qi Chuqin knew about his project. He also vaguely mentioned that he needed to come to the park to complete the procedures but was not familiar with the process. Finally, he took the opportunity to ask Lü Sifeng to come and show him the way.

"Sure, junior brother, no problem! I just finished eating at the third canteen, I'll be there in five minutes!" Lu Sifeng readily agreed on the other end of the phone.

Five minutes later, Lü Sifeng appeared at the entrance of the science and technology park on a Forever brand bicycle.

Geng Zhi first introduced Hao Pengxiang, then asked, "Senior Brother Lü, are you familiar with Mr. Jin Zhilong, the person in charge of this park?"

"We're not exactly close, just acquaintances. I've had dinner with him once with our boss," Lü Sifeng said honestly. "But don't worry, Professor Jin's biggest characteristic is that he's principled and business-like. Your award was obtained through proper procedures, he won't hold you back."

"With my senior brother's words, I feel at ease." Geng Zhi showed a relieved expression at the right time.

Led by Lü Sifeng, the three arrived at Jin Zhilong's office.

The office door was open, and Jin Zhilong was slowly sipping a cup of coffee.

"Hello, Professor Jin!" Lü Sifeng greeted him first. "I brought my junior colleague here. He won an award in the entrepreneurship competition and would like to ask him for advice on the follow-up..."

Jin Zhilong looked up, his gaze sweeping over the three of them before landing immediately on Geng Zhi's face, clearly recognizing him.

He felt that Lü Sifeng looked familiar, but couldn't quite place him. As for Hao Pengxiang, he was a complete stranger.

"It's Xiao Geng! And these two classmates, come on, try the coconut candy I brought back from Hainan Province, it tastes pretty good." Jin Zhilong smiled and pointed to the candy plate on the table.

Does Professor Jin know his junior colleague?

Lu Sifeng was initially surprised, but then realized that they must have met during the entrepreneurship competition.

"Thank you, Teacher Jin," the three said in unison.

"Xiao Geng, has Professor Qi sorted everything out regarding your postgraduate entrance exam?" Jin Zhilong asked, still more concerned about compliance issues.

"Everything's taken care of, thank you for your concern, Professor Jin. That's why Professor Qi asked Senior Brother Lü to come and help oversee things this time." Geng Zhi smiled and steered the conversation toward Lü Sifeng.

Jin Zhilong's gaze then refocused on Lü Sifeng's face, and he exclaimed in realization, "I knew he looked familiar! It's Little Lü! Professor Qi's prized student!"

Lü Sifeng: "...??"

So you didn't recognize me just now?

He suppressed his inner complaints and quickly replied, "Yes, yes, Professor Qi is very satisfied with my junior brother and said that I should try my best to help him with anything."

"Okay, that's good, that's good." Jin Zhilong nodded, his last bit of worry gone—Professor Qi's approval meant that Geng Zhi's chances of getting into graduate school were basically secure.

With the groundwork laid, Gengzhi began his strategy guide.

"Teacher Jin, when we came in, we saw that our park has really incubated a lot of star projects, such as Soundcom Technology and TouchPal Keyboard, which have always been our role models."

"Look, our project won first prize under your guidance and support, and the company has been registered. We've even attracted excellent partners from places like New Oriental. Now our team has over a dozen people, but we don't have a fixed place to call home yet. We especially hope to move into the park and continue to move forward under your guidance."

Jin Zhilong doesn't usually like that kind of endless flattery, but his straightforward words were spot on and made people feel comfortable.

His expression softened: "Xiao Geng, your project is good. But the reality of the park is that the physical space is indeed saturated, and many teams are in line. Even if there are empty seats, we have to go in order; that's a matter of principle."

"We completely understand, Professor Jin. So we're here today not to take up valuable office space, but to share an idea that could create additional value for the park."

"Oh? Tell me about it." Kim Ji-yong leaned slightly forward, showing more interest.

"Our park has many excellent technology teams that are focused on code and experiments, so the social circles of students and employees are actually quite narrow."

"Our 'Jiaotong University Matchmaker' program can be made into a regular benefit for the campus, providing a healthy and high-quality social platform for these future engineers and scientists, and also enhancing the atmosphere of our campus."

"This angle... does make some sense." Jin Zhilong said thoughtfully.

"Just like what Vice President Yang Jinqian advocated during the roadshow that day, Jiaotong University should not only be a cradle for engineers, but also a cradle for happy families." Geng Zhi brought out his trump card at the right time.

Did Vice Principal Yang explicitly say that at the time?

Jin Zhilong couldn't remember the exact words, but he vaguely recalled that a similar topic had indeed been discussed at the event.

He considered it carefully for a while, but a troubled look still appeared on his face:

"Xiao Geng, I agree with what you said. But the reality is, every place in the park that can be called an 'office' is indeed full. Even storage rooms have been converted into offices."

Hao Pengxiang, listening from the side, was inwardly amazed; he already had a premonition of what Senior Geng was about to say.

"Teacher Jin, we just took a walk around the park and found that there seems to be a small storage room empty in apartment 401 on the fourth floor of our building?" Geng Zhi reminded him.

Kim Ji-yong: "...?"

His face was filled with surprise.

Goodness, they came prepared! They even know which rooms are empty?

This kid's got some really elaborate schemes!

"Mr. Jin, what we crave is not just a small office, but a starting point that is accepted and recognized by the park, where we can learn from experienced entrepreneurs and from you at any time. We can pay the rent on time."

Speaking frankly and sincerely, he continued, "If the 'Jiaotong University Matchmaker' is successful, it will forever bear the mark of being incubated by Jiaotong University Science and Technology Park. We want to bring glory to this mark and add luster to the park."

After saying that, he looked at Lü Sifeng: "Right, Senior Brother Lü?"

Lü Sifeng: "...?"

Still not fully understanding the situation, Lü Sifeng naturally had to side with his junior brother, and he quickly echoed, "Yes, Teacher Jin!"

Jin Zhilong fell into deep thought again.

His straightforward words did indeed move him. Moreover, the fact that Qi Chuqin had his PhD student come along personally clearly indicated that he wanted Qi Chuqin to "take care" of him.

Furthermore, the "Jiaotong University Matchmaker" project also involves compliance issues he has handled before, so in a sense, the two parties are already bound together. If the project fails, the compliance issues may be magnified; but if it succeeds, his ability to judge people and his contribution to providing support will be significant.

After a long silence, Kim Ji-yong finally spoke:

"Xiao Geng, according to principle, 401 is indeed not an office, and it shouldn't be given to you. But... your entrepreneurial enthusiasm and persistence have moved me. As for that room... you can tidy it up yourselves. But you'll have to figure out how to get the tables and chairs yourselves."

"That's great! Thank you, Professor Jin!" Geng Zhi immediately declared. "We at Jiaotong University's matchmaking team will definitely strive to achieve great results under Professor Jin's guidance!"

"Here we go again! I hate students who flatter me the most!" Kim Ji-yong put on a stern face, but the corners of his mouth couldn't help but turn up slightly.

"Yes, yes, yes! Teacher Jin is right, I will be more careful next time!" Geng Zhi readily accepted the advice.

"Oh, right," Jin Zhilong added, remembering something, "you guys should keep a low profile. Don't hang any company signs or logos at the entrance of 401, so that no one will say you're violating our principles."