The old man's ability to change his expression so quickly left Cheng Guobang in awe. If the students had seen this, they would have stared wide-eyed. When had the department head ever shown such a friendly face to anyone? No one had ever escaped his scolding, and he had scolded them to the point of questioning their existence. So, wouldn't this toothy grin be shocking?

"Xingyue, our department is really great. As long as you complete your semester credits, you can do your own thing and even enter the lab early to do research with the senior students who are pursuing master's and doctoral degrees."

"How about that? Isn't our department particularly humane? We have the most funding every year, so as long as you do a research project, you don't have to worry about funding."

"Hello, Director Zhang! I am Chu Xingyue, a freshman. I am very happy that you have granted me these privileges. I have just thought about it and decided to go to your department." Chu Xingyue stood up from the sofa and stood to the side when the old man came in. She only spoke after hearing what he had said.

The three "good"s, "good, good, good," perfectly encapsulate Lao Zhang's feelings at that moment.

"However, I just promised the principal that I would take care of my courses in the command department at the same time. I don't want to give up my studies in either department. Don't worry, I promise I won't fall behind. The principal also promised to try to make sure the courses in the two departments don't overlap. I will try to complete my studies within two years, join your group first, and then pursue graduate studies in the command department." Chu Xingyue said to Lao Zhang apologetically.

"Child, this is too tiring for you. I'm afraid your body can't handle it," Old Zhang said, looking at Chu Xingyue with a heavy heart.

"Hey, Lao Zhang, Chu Xingyue has already promised you she'll stay with you after she finishes her studies, and you're still not satisfied? She's not as fragile as you think," Cheng Guobang advised Lao Zhang.

Thinking about it, it makes sense. The school has already considered many factors, and she is a student with good grades who can register early. She is here to start learning earlier than others, and the school's pace might affect her learning progress. With this in mind, Director Zhang did not try to persuade her any further, but told her to ask him for help anytime if she had any questions.

Chu Xingyue would definitely nod in agreement; she hadn't expected the old man to be so easy to talk to.

If anyone else were here, they would definitely roll their eyes to the heavens. This is Chu Xingyue. If it were anyone else, you would try it and the old man would make them question their existence.

Cheng Guobang was also very happy to see the old man like this. He had been mentally prepared to be scolded, but he didn't expect Chu Xingyue to resolve the issue with just a few words. Everyone was happy.

Cheng Guobang and Old Zhang were arguing in the office, while Chu Xingyue poured tea for them.

In the midst of their conversation, the office door opened, and a man in uniform entered. He looked to be in his forties, fair-skinned, and wearing glasses. Chu Xingyue recognized the man's epaulets and stood up.

Hearing the commotion, Cheng Guobang and Old Zhang both turned to look at the door. "Principal, I heard that Chu Xingyue has arrived. Is this Chu Xingyue? Hello, Chu. I am Wei Han, the head of the Command Department."

The newcomer stated his identity directly, and Chu Xingyue was surprised to find that beneath Wei Han's gentle and refined appearance lay an impatient nature!

"Hello! Director Wei, this is Chu Xingyue."

Chu Xingyue reached out her hand, and Wei Han gently grasped it. He could feel the thin calluses on her slender fingers and the taut muscles in her strong arms, as if she were ready to defend herself against an attack at any moment. He grasped her hand lightly and then released it.

"Xiao Wei, come and sit down. Chu Xingyue, you sit down too. Don't be so reserved. Director Wei and Director Zhang will be personally guiding you from now on. You can ask them for help if you don't understand anything."

Chu Xingyue stood up and poured a cup of tea for each of the two teachers, handing them over. "Please have some tea, teachers. I hope you will continue to offer your guidance in the future. I will do my best to assist you."

Zhang Jianshe and Wei Han both took a sip of their tea and nodded in satisfaction.

Which teacher doesn't like a student who is both academically excellent and humble? The two of them could imagine the envious and jealous looks they would receive from others once school officially started.

Just thinking about it made me unconsciously straighten my chest.