Chapter 214: Become an outstanding alumnus at the school anniversary!
This year's university anniversary celebration is something I have to attend.
Because he was named an "Outstanding Alumnus", he had to make the trip just to get his certificate.
It was difficult for him to find a job when he just graduated, but he didn't expect that a random job interview would make him so successful.
Now, they have all become “outstanding alumni” of their alma mater.
When he was in school before, his performance in all aspects was not outstanding. He was an ordinary student who did not cause trouble and was not outstanding.
But after working, he became a leader in the industry.
And after being officially selected and winning the grand prize, his alma mater also noticed this graduate.
Their school does not have any game-related majors, and they originally did not attach much importance to this area and had never thought about it at all.
However, a school leader happened to watch the live broadcast of the award ceremony with his child, and he actually heard the name of his own school in the acceptance speech.
Is this a graduate of their school?
Why don’t I have any impression of it?
After further investigation, I found out that it was true, but this classmate did not have a strong presence in the school and only became famous after graduation.
The school anniversary is coming up soon, and there is still one spot left for the outstanding alumnus, so let’s give it to him!
Gaming is now a promising industry, and the school has considered offering related professional courses.
It’s just that it’s not easy to find teachers, and they don’t have the relevant resources in this industry.
Now that we have such a graduate, isn’t there an opportunity?
The company where the other party works, Youmeng, is also a gaming company that has been very popular recently, so it's a good opportunity to establish some connections with him.
Just like that, Ye Xuan received a call from the school.
When he learned that he was about to become an "outstanding alumnus", he still found it a little hard to believe.
When he was in school, school leaders and teachers often said that many college students were expelled because of playing games.
Now, how come even being a real NPC in a game can become an outstanding alumnus?
Has the school changed so much since he graduated?
Or has he lost sight of the current gaming industry? Is he planning to enter the education sector?
People who don’t play games may not know that many universities already have game-related courses.
Whether it is professional courses or elective courses, whether it is clubs or competitions, things related to games are indispensable.
It’s just that he didn’t care about this aspect before, and he doesn’t understand it now, so he didn’t think about it.
The major he studied at the time was relatively "traditional", and there were so many people that it was difficult to find a job.
It is a job that is very easy to replace. Even people who graduated from this major or not can apply for jobs in this major.
This will invisibly increase the number of competitors.
He knew that he could not compete with others in this industry, so he did not worry too much about choosing a job that matched his major.
As long as he could have a stable job, that would be enough - he thought so at first, and later he became a real-life NPC.
This job is not really "stable" in game companies other than Youmeng. After all, only a few people can do it well.
Most of the time, they find out it doesn’t work after trying it for a short period of time, so they either fire the employee or transfer him to other departments.
Only after he became famous did more people start to pay attention to real-life NPCs.
So it’s not that he found a good job, it’s that he did it well.
If it weren't for him, this profession would probably have been completely wiped out.
In a sense, he can be considered the "savior" of real-life NPCs.
On the day of the school anniversary, Ye Xing wore a more formal suit and walked into the school.
Well, I had the illusion that I was here at school for a business meeting.
What he didn't know at this time was that the school really wanted to do a "business" with him.
And it’s related to games and teaching, it depends on his connections.
After receiving the certificate, he also spoke a few words on the stage as usual.
It's hard for him not to be nervous in this situation.
Especially when he thought that there might be people from the same grade as him among them, maybe even his classmates, he felt uneasy.
But as someone who had seen "big scenes" after all, he still calmed down and spoke in official language.
When speaking publicly in school, you still need to memorize some templates.
He had made preparations before coming here, so he probably wouldn't appear ignorant.
People in the gaming industry are bound to be subject to some misunderstandings. He has been in the company for a long time and has seen a lot, so he has become accustomed to it.
After stepping down from the stage, he indeed ran into his former classmates.
Although we were not in the same class or the same major, at least we took elective courses together.
"Sure, you've become an outstanding alumnus now?" Ye Xuan didn't remember the other person's name, just like the other person didn't know the specific two characters of his name.
But it doesn’t matter, at least I’m not face-blind.
"I'm just lucky. I got a lot of help and appreciation after I started working." He smiled and brought the matter over.
He doesn't want to be asked about work all day long. Today is his day off!
Shouldn't it be a social etiquette that everyone should keep in mind not to discuss work during holidays?
Anyway, he didn't want to say too much.
The other party obviously didn't understand what he meant, and continued: "But, it seems that you didn't play games when you were in school? When I heard people in your class talking about games, you didn't say anything."
Well, this guy is very observant and can even remember such small things.
He would not be surprised if his dark history was exposed by his classmates.
Although he doesn't seem to have any past that could be called a "dark history", it's always good to be on guard.
"Actually, I don't play games now," he thought it was nothing to hide, after all, the whole company knew about it. He also said it in an interview, "I just work in the game."
Well, he is just a real NPC, not a real game player.
The other party was even more surprised: "You can become a legend in the gaming world without playing games? You really deserve to be a legend! This alone is amazing enough!"
It's like the game I've been playing for so many years, but I haven't made any progress at all.
Ye Xuan smiled awkwardly, feeling that he really couldn't respond to this question.
It's true that he was being praised, but he just wanted to find a hole to crawl into.
It's so embarrassing to be called a "legend" or something like that by someone you're barely familiar with.
Fortunately, at this time, the teacher who had taught him in the past passed by and recognized him.
"How do you feel about returning to school?" The teacher seemed to have forgotten his name, but had a general impression of the invited student.
The person being asked feels that this question is difficult to answer.
It hasn't been long since he graduated, and the school as a whole hasn't changed much. I guess only the dishes in the cafeteria have changed, but the surrounding buildings are still as familiar.
It’s not like I’ve been away from my alma mater for decades, and when I return I see tremendous changes.
Even the teacher doesn’t have any extra white hair, okay?
But he didn't dare to say so, and instead stammered and said a few words casually.
This is so hard. Should he come to this school anniversary?
However, being an outstanding alumnus is a great honor. It is worthwhile and even profitable.
Even if he doesn't intend to use this as a source of bragging, he will still be proud of it when he meets his classmates.
You are just one of many graduates, right?
But he is an “Outstanding Alumnus” and has a certificate with an official stamp!
Thinking of this, he felt that his trip was not in vain.
At least he can hold his head high when he attends college reunions.
Otherwise, when he sees his classmates who continue their studies and enter large companies, he will unconsciously feel that he is a bit of a failure.
Now, he can definitely be considered "successful"!
It was not until the school leaders approached him that he realized the school also had intentions to get involved in games.
As for his connections, they are basically limited to those within the company, but during the award ceremony he also exchanged business cards with many big names in the industry.
Sister Lin was shocked when she saw Shazhou Leng's business card in his hand.
This one alone is "worth a fortune".
So he told the school leaders about his situation without too much psychological burden. He didn't have much say in the industry, so he felt a little more relaxed.
If they wanted to help make the connection themselves, he could give it a try.
"Good, good, what a good kid! The outstanding talents cultivated by our school are really amazing!" A school leader was at a loss for words to express his joy.
Ye Xuan also laughed. It turned out that no one remembered his name.
His first name is indeed not a common character, but his last name can still be remembered, right?
Is it a memorable point?
If there is really no other choice, you can give him a homophonic nickname like the interviewer did. It is better than thinking about it and turning the page.
But it wasn't a big deal, so he didn't mention it.
Well, actually, many people in the gaming industry use pseudonyms, but not many use their real names.
If you can’t remember it, then just forget it. Wasn’t Shazhou Leng called “Mr. Leng” because he was called the wrong name once?
Then famous people will be called by the wrong name, and it doesn’t matter if others can’t call out his name.
Thinking of this, Ye Xuan felt that there was no problem again.
It’s just helping the school introduce relevant courses, he can do it!
If his connections are not enough, he can still ask Sister Lin and the interviewer for help.
They have been in this industry longer than him and have a wider social circle than him, so they should have some impressive connections.
The school really chose the right person by hiring him!
Just like that, after accompanying the school leaders around the school, they had almost finished their discussion.
"Very good, what a, well, good guy!" This leader didn't seem to be very good at praising people, but Ye Xuan also accepted it with a smile.
After you go back, shall we frame the certificate?
It seems that he has never won any awards before.
After joining Youmeng, I have realized a lot of value.
It turns out that I can also shine.
After becoming a real-life NPC, he gained a lot.
So much so that he sometimes suspected it was a dream.
But if it was really a dream, he wouldn't have to face work when he woke up.
The actual situation is that he had to go to the company to punch in from the dormitory while he was still dazed.
A new day, yet another fulfilling one.
The work of real-life NPCs is also always new.
Interesting work, interesting life.
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