“I donated a large library to the college, and I paid for all the expenses, from construction to the purchase of various books for the library.”
After standing up, Ye Chen replied.
What?!!!
He covered all the expenses, from building the library to purchasing the final collection of books.
Besides construction, the renovation, purchasing various books, and so on also require a large sum of money.
The total cost of all the projects would probably be several hundred million.
Such a large sum of money, and this young alumnus whom they hadn't paid much attention to just came out like that?
All the distinguished alumni stared at Ye Chen in disbelief. They had attended the alumni association for so many years and had never seen such an arrogant person.
This is simply extravagant spending!
If it were a top-tier university like Tsinghua or Peking University, it would be understandable to have such an outstanding alumnus. But Shanghai University of Finance and Economics is only considered an average prestigious university, so this young alumnus is too strong.
Awesome, awesome.
If a young alumnus can casually donate a large library worth hundreds of millions, how much would he be worth?
Because they cannot reach that level, they simply cannot imagine it.
Everyone looked at Ye Chen with admiration and respect.
No, I must go up to him later, offer him a toast, and get to know him.
Some of those who had noticed Ye Chen but ignored him were now filled with regret. Why didn't they take the initiative to go over and say hello?
There are two different things: greeting someone when you first met them and greeting them now that you know how incredibly wealthy they are.
The school leaders felt this most deeply.
The school leaders were amazed by Ye Chen's arrogance.
Upon hearing Ye Chen's answer, Dean Qin was stunned into silence.
He couldn't believe it when he heard Ye Chen say he was donating a large library.
Ye Chen then added that he had covered all the library's expenses, which left Dean Qin completely stunned.
As for Dean Liu, who had previously shown utter disdain for Ye Chen, the vice president of the China Calligraphers Association, he was now completely dumbfounded.
He truly hadn't expected Ye Chen to be so extravagant, donating a library worth hundreds of millions without batting an eye.
I'm just a frog in a well, short-sighted.
The most shocked person at the scene was the fat CEO standing next to him.
“Gurgle, gurgle..…”
The fat boss's eyes almost popped out when he looked at Ye Chen.
He donated... a... large library?!
The fat boss was stunned by Ye Chen's words.
He mistook this for a waiter, a young man he didn't pay any attention to at all.
It turned out to be an incredibly wealthy man.
How could that be?
He's so young?
Thinking about what had just happened, the fat boss couldn't help but tremble.
After finding out that the young man wasn't a waiter, he didn't even offer an apology.
It's over, it's really over now.
Instantly, the fat tycoon was filled with regret.
Standing at the very front, the principal thanked Ye Chen loudly:
"On behalf of all students and teachers of Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, I would like to thank alumnus Ye for his donation."
After saying that, the principal walked quickly to Ye Chen, excitedly shook Ye Chen's hand, and was extremely polite.
Having such a large library would be fantastic news for all students.
"Alumnus Ye is definitely the youngest and most accomplished outstanding alumnus of our Shanghai University of Finance and Economics..."
Even the principal went out of his way to flatter Ye Chen, a big spender.
“Alumnus Ye is too generous. I’d like to toast you.”
"Alumnus Ye is a man of exceptional talent; I admire him greatly."
Other distinguished alumni also rushed over to toast Ye Chen.
Taking a deep breath, the chubby boss took a step forward:
"I'm sorry, fellow student Ye, I was blind just now, I really apologize."
The portly boss bowed to Ye Chen to express his apology.
"Um... to express my apology, I'm willing to work here as a waiter for a week to atone for your sins."
Seeing that Ye Chen did not speak, the fat boss spoke again, offering to work as a waiter to apologize to Ye Chen.
The fat boss was as arrogant as he was a moment ago, and now he was in a sorry state.
Afterwards, Ye Chen, the principal, and several other school leaders went to a private room for a detailed discussion.
“Principal, I will pay for the library, but I have one small condition.”
Ye Chen spoke up and stated his request.
"What are your conditions, alumnus Ye?"
The principal said that he had finally found such a generous benefactor, and he would try his best to agree to all the conditions Ye Chen proposed.
"After the library is completed, I will promote my business in prominent locations throughout the library."
Ye Chen explained.
Ye Chenzhi's idea to donate a large library came unexpectedly when he overheard a conversation at the library today.
His donation of the library not only benefited the students at the school by providing them with more learning space.
On the other hand, it also helps Ye Chen promote his businesses and attract talent.
Talent is very important. Ye Chen's actions are akin to planning ahead. If he waits until he urgently needs talent before recruiting, it will be too late.
Every year, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics produces many graduates, many of whom are very talented.
Ye Chen plans to promote his businesses in a prominent location after the library is completed, encouraging graduates to apply to his company and increase his talent pool.
Is it more direct to promote it at universities early on than not to promote it elsewhere?
Of course, it's not just Future Game Company that's being promoted; all of its businesses will be promoted as well.
At that time, these graduates will be able to choose a company that suits them based on their interests and majors.
With so many businesses under Ye Chen's name, there's bound to be one that suits them.
Moreover, students who haven't graduated will unconsciously remember these advertisements after seeing them multiple times.
When they graduate and choose jobs, they will subconsciously think of Ye Chen's companies. Faced with such generous salaries and benefits, they will definitely choose Ye Chen's company first.
As a result, every year, a steady stream of talented individuals will flock to all of Ye Chen's businesses.
This is something that money can't buy.
Talent is extremely important; it is an intangible asset.
At that time, Ye Chen's businesses will continue to grow and improve, and Ye Chen's net worth will continue to increase.
Shanghai University of Finance and Economics is just one of Ye Chen's experimental sites. If it works well, Ye Chen wouldn't mind donating a library to other prestigious universities as well.
"Okay, no problem."
As soon as Ye Chen finished speaking, the principal immediately agreed, thinking there might be some conditions involved.
It's just a little publicity, nothing to worry about.
The amount of money they donated to the school is almost equal to the total amount of all donations the school has received over the years.
Isn't it reasonable to help promote someone else's business?
Then, the principal said something that surprised Ye Chen.
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