Chapter 83: Testing: Don’t you think there’s something wrong with Professor Lin? ...
Yan Xue’s last sentence is the key. She is saying that it is for Su Changqing’s reputation, but does Su Changqing really care so much about his reputation?
Does he want his research results to be released because they can be put to good use, or does he want to release them to save his reputation?
And now, can those people sitting there make good use of his research results? Is now really the right time?
The anger that had been stuck in Qi Fang's chest suddenly dissipated, along with the pressure that had been on him for the past few days.
Don't be fooled by his calm appearance these days. On the one hand, he has to take care of his master's wife, and on the other hand, he has to carefully consider the things left by his master. His responsibility is much greater than Wang Zhengrong's.
Unexpectedly, Yan Xue caught up with him in the end and gave him such an important reminder. After he took the initiative to keep her...
Qi Fang had an indescribable feeling in his heart, as if he had been carrying a heavy burden and finally someone could not only give him the motivation to keep going but also help him share the burden.
This girl is calm, rational, and courageous. She is always better than the best he can imagine. She is his luck.
The cold calm on Qi Fang's face was like the last thin layer of snow in winter, which was dispelled by his expression. His voice also became very soft unconsciously, "Yan Xue..."
Before she could finish her words, Yan Xue had already turned her gaze back and asked the fellow villager in front of her, "Comrade, where is our toilet?"
"You're asking about the thatched cottage?" The man took a moment to understand and pointed forward. "It's right there."
Yan Xue thanked the other party and walked forward without even glancing at Qi Fang.
Qi Fang's tenderness still remained on his face and in his eyes, but he was completely ignored. He immediately realized a very important problem: Yan Xue was really angry this time.
It wasn't like the time when he said the wrong thing on the mountain, nor was it like before when he was angry and hurt but didn't say anything, and the two of them were in a cold war. He was really angry.
This made him feel annoyed, which was rare for him, and also gave him a headache. He pursed his lips and hurried to catch up.
I followed but didn't dare get too close, so I waited outside. As soon as Yan Xue came out, I immediately took the initiative to admit my mistake, "I'm sorry, I..."
Before he could finish his words, Yan Xue had already passed him and left. Of course, she was not really going home. Her things were still with Wei Shuxian, and it would be impolite to come here without going in to say hello.
Qi Fang had no choice but to follow her, help her open the door, get her some water, and hand her a towel in due time after she washed her hands.
The service was as good as that of the maidservants in the past. When Wang Zhengrong heard the noise and came out to greet them, he was amazed at what he saw.
No, since you don’t have the final say at home and have to be humble and serve your wife, why did you commit suicide by not bringing your wife with you?
Wang Zhengrong's words were written in his eyes, and Qi Fang's expression froze. Yan Xue, on the other hand, behaved normally. After washing her hands, she immediately walked in with a smile, "Master's wife, I'm here to see you."
Wei Shuxian had heard that Qi Fang's wife was chasing after her, but she was in a hurry to go to the bathroom, so she hurriedly called out, "Come in quickly."
At first glance, she is indeed a pretty and likable girl. She calls "Master's Wife" in a sweet voice, has a sweet mouth, and is even sweeter.
Yan Xue immediately came over when she heard this, and said to her without any hesitation, "Master's Wife, I didn't disturb your rest, did I? I heard from Brother Zhengrong that you were sick."
As soon as he arrived, he first cared about Wei Shuxian's health. Wei Shuxian smiled even deeper when she heard it. "I didn't bother you. Thanks to you for letting Xiaofang take the ginseng with you. You saved my life."
When Yan Xue heard this, she hurriedly asked about the situation. She was shocked to hear that Wei Shuxian was in shock and almost couldn't be saved.
She was already certain that the research results of Teacher Qi Fang in the original book were stolen this time, if Wei Shuxian almost lost her life.
Because the person was dead, asking Qi Fang to take the things out became his master's wife's last wish. In his grief, Qi Fang would only hate Wu Xingde, who directly or indirectly caused all this, even more.
Once a person's brain is occupied by hatred and grief, it is difficult not to lose rational thinking. Moreover, there should not be Wu Xingde's many attempts in the original book.
After all, in the original book, Qi Fang had been in the logging team and had not applied the patch, so naturally he did not arouse Wu Xingde's suspicion. Without Wu Xingde's repeated attempts, Qi Fang believed that Wu Xingde had been deceived by the fake notes, and it was not so easy to blame Wu Xingde.
After figuring this out, Yan Xue actually felt relieved.
At least her ginseng planting was not in vain, and her trip was not in vain. Finally, things did not develop as in the original book.
She advised Wei Shuxian to take good care of herself, then her eyes shifted, as if she had just noticed a stranger in the room. "Who is this?"
"This is Professor Lin, a friend of Teacher Xiaofang who used to go to the same school." Wei Shuxian introduced her.
Yan Xue guessed so, otherwise who would appear at Wei Shuxian's house at this time?
She immediately greeted him, then looked a little embarrassed, "Did I come at a bad time?"
Then he took out a diary from the bag he brought with him and handed it to Qi Fang, "Qi Fang left in a hurry and didn't take such an important thing with him."
When Yan Xue said this, her eyes were looking at Qi Fang, but her peripheral vision was always paying attention to Professor Lin's reaction.
When Professor Lin heard that it was something important, he immediately looked over. Although he quickly looked away, the first reaction could not be faked.
He definitely knew that Qi Fang had something in his hand. Even if he was not completely sure, he was at least 70% sure.
Qi Fang also noticed it, and the look in his eyes darkened, but he took it as usual, even frowning, "Is this worth it for you to bring it over?"
"I can't let you eat and drink at the master's wife's expense, right?" Yan Xue opened the diary in public, revealing the money and food coupons inside.
The couple were both paying attention to Professor Lin's reaction, and sure enough, they saw that his expression froze and his eyes drooped when he heard the words.
Now Qi Fang had a clearer idea in his mind. Thinking about the other person's sad look before, he suddenly felt a little disgusted. It was so hypocritical that it made him sick.
Yan Xue didn't know what had happened in the room before. After exchanging a few words, she sat down next to Wei Shuxian again. She didn't intend to leave and let them continue talking.
The previous topic was also interrupted by her. When Professor Lin saw this, he simply stood up and said, "Since Qi Fang's wife is here, Xiao Wei, you should have a good rest. I will come back in two days."
After being called Master's Wife several times by Yan Xuetian, Wei Shuxian was no longer immersed in sadness as before. Upon hearing her words, she simply asked, "Eat your meal before leaving."
"No, I just took over there, and I have a lot to do." Professor Lin sighed, "I hope someone can come and help me soon."
He insisted on leaving, and as he walked out, the limp on his left leg was revealed.
Qi Fang frowned as if he had just noticed it, "Professor Lin, what's wrong with your leg?"
Professor Lin's eyes dimmed, and he subconsciously shrank back. "It's nothing. I broke it when I fell, and I didn't get treatment in time."
Covering up, avoiding, and being unwilling to talk about it are people's most instinctive reactions when facing pain.
Qi Fang finally understood why he felt uncomfortable. Professor Lin mentioned Su Changqing too often, as if he was deliberately trying to evoke the grief and anger in him and his wife.
He and his master's wife were so concerned about the matter that they were confused and lost their minds. Especially his master's wife, she almost told others that he had the teacher's research results.
This made Qi Fangchi even colder, but he still suppressed the turbulent emotions in his heart and sent the man out with Wang Zhengrong as usual.
When I came back, I heard Yan Xue say to Wei Shuxian, "I'll be leaving soon. I have something to do at home."
He didn't care about Professor Lin at that moment and hurried in. "Why are you leaving now, just after arriving today?"
Wei Shuxian was so anxious that she looked at him, then at Yan Xue who was smiling sweetly. The words were on the tip of her tongue, but she paused.
Yan Xue's expression didn't change, but she ignored the man and only said to Wei Shuxian, "Master's wife, I have my grandmother and brother at home. I've also started a pilot project to grow fungus, so it's busy right now. By the way, I asked Qi Fang to bring you some fungus. Have you tried it?"
Yes, she has a grandmother and younger brother at home, and she also has a pilot project to take care of. If she didn’t think it was very important to follow, why would she insist so much?
Qi Fang pursed his lips and heard Wei Shuxian's concern for Yan Xue's belly, "Can you do it alone? Or wait a few days and let Xiao Fang take you back."
"I came here alone?" Yan Xue smiled and curved her eyebrows. "Don't worry, Master's wife, I can take care of myself."
Now Qi Fang had nothing to say. She had taken care of him all the way here, which made him seem overprotective.
But he was indeed worried about her, especially since Shan Qiufang almost got into trouble.
There was really no other way, Qi Fang could only bring up his master's wife, "You should stay for two more days and talk to her."
Wei Shuxian was an experienced person, so she could tell that he had angered his wife. "Stay for two days. You'll be able to take care of yourself. The child won't be able to handle this kind of non-stop work."
There was some relief in his eyes again, "I am happy to see you, to see Xiaofang have a family and children. I can also be considered to have seen the next generation."
Although this was said with a smile, the implication was very pessimistic, a pessimism that came from not having any expectations for one's own life.
Yan Xue held her hand and said, "When the baby is born, he will call you grandma, and you have to give him a big red envelope."
Wei Shuxian nodded and said, "I will definitely give you a big one." Then she sighed, "It's a pity that I don't have much left. I can't even give you a gift."
"Your wellness is the best gift for us." Yan Xue softened her voice. "Qi Fang, Brother Zhengrong, and I all hope that you will be well."
Wei Shuxian's eyes became a little moist again. "I know you are all good children, especially Xiaofang. He has suffered a lot over the years."
In the end, Yan Xue was left behind temporarily because she was really worried about Wei Shuxian's health and was afraid that something might go wrong again.
Since everyone stayed, Yan Xue was not idle either. She immediately went to buy some brown sugar and boiled it with ginger for Wei Shuxian to drink.
It was obvious that Wei Shuxian's complexion was not good, and her hands and feet were cold. The two grown men had no experience in this area.
In addition, she also asked in detail about what happened that day, and also asked about Wei Shuxian's situation here. She immediately took some things and visited the village secretary's home and the old doctor's home.
First, I want to thank the two families for their help that day, and second, I want to thank them for taking care of Wei Shuxian over the years. It’s nice to say, who wouldn’t be happy to hear it?
Then people thank you for taking care of their master's wife and even give her gifts. If her master's wife really has something wrong in the future, don't you have to take care of her?
What Yan Xue gave the old doctor was a piece of ginseng, which was cut from an old wild ginseng. The old doctor waved his hands and said it was difficult to accept it.
"I'm not giving this away for free. You have experience in this area. See if you can prescribe some medicine to regulate my master's wife's body."
She brought the recipe back that day and told Wang Zhengrong and Wei Shuxian to contact these two families if they had any problems in the future. Wang Zhengrong was stunned, "Is my sister-in-law so powerful?"
Su Changqing is devoted to scientific research, and Wei Shuxian is devoted to teaching. Neither of them is a smooth-talking person, otherwise they would not be targeted.
Wang Zhengrong had little talent for studying, so he went to work in a factory early on and escaped disaster.
Hearing him ask this, Qi Fang couldn't help but look at him again, "She has always been like this. There are few people in the forest farm who don't like her."
"Then why do you dare to provoke her?" Wang Zhengrong was even more confused. "Aren't you afraid that your sister-in-law will settle the score with you later?"
Qi Fang was speechless for a long time after asking him this question. In the end, he just asked him to take the prescription and said, "Brother Zhengrong, go home today. You haven't been home for many days."
Wang Zhengrong had indeed not been home for many days. With Yan Xue here, it was not convenient for him to stay. He nodded when he heard this and said, "Then I'll trouble you and your sister-in-law."
After the people left and Wei Shuxian took the medicine, Yan Xue made an excuse that she had eaten a little too much and wanted to go for a walk outside the door.
Qi Fang knew that she was leaving some space for him and his master's wife, so he didn't waste any time and directly told her the three questions.
After all, it was useless for him to just feel that something was wrong. He also had to find a way to convince Wei Shuxian.
If Wei Shuxian insisted on him taking it out, he would not want to see anything happen to Wei Shuxian's body.
"Master's Wife, I think Xiaoxue is right. This involves Master's life's hard work. We should reconsider it. Once something is taken out, it can't be taken back."
Wei Shuxian thought that Yan Xue was here just to give Qi Fang money and tickets, and maybe even a little bit out of spite, but she didn't expect that the words she said were so important.
This made her unable to help but look outside, and she fell into deep silence again.
She was really confused because of her illness and anger, and forgot that Chang Qing was not someone who cared about these things.
If that was the case, Chang Qing could have just followed their wishes and exposed a few more people, and he wouldn't have ended up like this...
But when will this difficult time end? If she misses this opportunity, when will she get another chance? Will she even be able to wait?
She knew her own body well, and she couldn't hold out for a few more years. Besides, there was Professor Lin...
Wei Shuxian's face showed hesitation. "Then just ignore Professor Lin? He's under a lot of pressure to take over this project."
Kind-hearted people are always like this. They never forget to consider others, but forget whether others will consider themselves.
Qi Fang felt a little reluctant, but no matter how cruel the facts were, he still said, "Don't you think there's anything wrong with Professor Lin?"
Wei Shuxian paused, then her face gradually turned pale. "You, you mean him?"
Compared to Professor Lin, she obviously trusted her husband's disciple more. Although she was still in disbelief this time, she did not deny it immediately.
"Although I didn't want to believe it, he looked at it when Xiaoxue took out the diary today."
Qi Fang directly produced the most powerful evidence, "I heard that it wasn't true, and his eyes were a little disappointed. And don't you think he mentioned the teacher too deliberately?"
Qi Fang's voice was calm. "He never mentioned his own research results, but he cared more about the teacher's than anything else."
Is it really that important whether Su Changqing’s research results are buried or criticized?
This is true for Qi Fang and Wei Shuxian, but not necessarily for Professor Lin.
It's just that they care too much, and when others mention it, they can't help but empathize, so they ignore some things.
Wei Shuxian was silent for a long time, still unable to accept it, "But when your teacher got into trouble, he spoke up for him."
His voice was choked with sobs, for the human heart that was even colder than reality.
Qi Fang had obviously thought about this as well. "When he spoke up for the teacher, things weren't that serious yet."
People tend to take chances, and at first no one thought it would get so serious. By the end, no one could protect themselves.
"Besides, people's hearts can change. The current Professor Lin may not be the same Professor Lin as before."
Hard work, harsh environment, and constant review and criticism are enough to wear down a person's will, not to mention that Professor Lin is lame.
Qi Fang knew that his mistress might not be able to accept it for the time being, "Maybe I'm overthinking it. We'll know if it's true or not after we give it a try."
Just one day later, Professor Lin came again and brought a large stack of information.
"These are all documents from the research institute about hydrostatic transmission. I've looked at them, but I can't figure out what the problem is. Qi Fang, you should take a look too."
He handed the thing to Qi Fang, on which there was a notebook full of notes, obviously in his handwriting.
Professor Lin pointed to the notebook and said, "It's just a superficial opinion. I don't know if it's correct." It was obvious that he had put in some effort.
Professor Lin is a very serious person, even when he was in school. Wei Shuxian looked at him with a complicated look in her eyes.
Fortunately, Professor Lin was watching Qi Fang the whole time and didn't notice. Unexpectedly, Qi Fang pushed the thing back and said, "It's not good for me to see such confidential information, right?"
"That's confidential to outsiders, but not to you. You probably know more than what's in these materials."
Professor Lin felt that Qi Fang was still too cautious, but he didn't expect Qi Fang to say, "Professor Lin, I've thought about it and decided not to come back and follow you."
Professor Lin was stunned. "Why don't you come back and work with me? Why? This is such a great opportunity."
Professor Lin even came to see Wei Shuxian and asked, "Do you know about this matter, Xiao Wei?" He was obviously anxious.
This was something that several people had discussed long ago. Wei Shuxian nodded, "I didn't know either. Xiaofang's wife is actually pregnant, and she's already this far along."
She sighed, "The young couple has been married for over a year before having a child. We can't just transfer him back and let his wife give birth at home alone."
"Having a baby is not as important as this!"
Professor Lin was in a hurry and tried to make amends, "Besides, Qi Fang can still go back. If not, we can bring his wife over as well."
He couldn't help but persuade Qi Fang, "This project is very important to you, to me, and to your teacher. You must think it through carefully and don't act on impulse."
Seeing Yan Xue in the house, "Besides, you have a family now. Even if you don't consider yourself, you have to consider your wife and children. You can't stay outside all your life, right?"
"Then I'm fine." Yan Xue, who was sitting next to Wei Shuxian and helping her fold clothes, interjected, "I'll be fine wherever I am. I have my own things to do at the forest farm."
Professor Lin was choked up, and it took him a long time to reply: "How can the conditions at the forest farm be compared with here?"
"I think it's great." Yan Xue smiled. "Besides, even if Qi Fang comes back, there's no way he can be transferred directly to the research institute, right?"
That place is not so easy to get into. Given Wu Xingde's style of doing things, it would be more like him to get rid of the donkey after it has served its purpose.
Sure enough, Professor Lin paused and said, "It's a bit difficult to transfer back directly, but as long as you can make achievements, it won't be a problem."
It was just a big promise. Yan Xue smiled and said nothing more, but her smile expressed all her meaning.
Seeing that she was not getting any attention, Professor Lin turned to Qi Fang and said, "This is your teacher's project. Are you just going to ignore it? What will happen to your teacher's hard work?"
He looked heartbroken and said, "Chang Qing has put his whole life's work into this research, and you have the heart to watch it be sealed away and be scolded by others?"
As he said this, he looked at Wei Shuxian. It was obvious that these words were not only spoken to Qi Fang, but also to Wei Shuxian.
Wei Shuxian had already made up her mind when Professor Lin started trying to persuade Yan Xue. When she saw him mention Su Changqing again, her heart went even colder.
So she didn't get provoked again as the other party expected. Instead, she said, "If Xiao Fang doesn't want to go, don't force him. He may not be able to play such a big role."
Professor Lin was stunned, but she had already turned away. She then said, "If you are short of manpower, you can contact other students of Evergreen. It's the same."
Professor Lin wanted to say how could this be the same, but reason stopped him from saying it. "You should think about it again. This is no small matter."
He was a little confused as to why the two of them had changed their tone. Last time, Wei Shuxian was very sad and angry and insisted that Qi Fang help her.
But no matter how much he tried to persuade them or to incite them, the two of them just wouldn't give in, so he had no choice but to take the information and leave.
Before leaving, Qi Fang seemed to hesitate for a moment, but still came out and sent him out the door.
"It's not that I don't want to help you, it's just that I'm powerless." Qi Fang said, "The teacher originally left me a notebook, but it was stolen by Wu Xingde."
"Wu Xingde stole it?" Professor Lin's shock didn't seem fake. "What happened?"
Qi Fang was also surprised. "Don't you know? I thought he stole this notebook for the research institute."
Qi Fang didn't say much about the rest, but anyone who is willing to think about it will definitely understand it.
Qi Fang also saw that Professor Lin was working seriously on this project, and guessed that he might not know that he might just be a front for Wu Xingde, or he might be willing to be a front.
Qi Fang knew Wu Xingde well enough to know he would never give the notes to the research institute. He wondered what the institute would think if they knew he was still hiding something and refused to reveal it even after such a huge mistake.
Qi Fang left the news behind and let them go on their own, then went back. When he entered the room, the calmness on Wei Shuxian's face was gone, replaced by disappointment.
After a long while, she finally said to him, "From now on, you'll be the one making the decision. When to take it, whether to take it or not, it's all up to you. Don't ask me anymore."
Wei Shuxian's face, which had regained some color, showed a wry smile. "I'm old and confused. I can't even see clearly into people's hearts."
It is not so easy to see through people's hearts. If it were not for Yan Xue, Qi Fang himself would probably still be in the bureau.
Thinking of this, Yan Xue smiled and said, "It will be difficult for you to see clearly. You need to have a pair of X-ray vision."
This made Wei Shuxian laugh, "How come Xiao Fang, who is so taciturn, found someone as talkative as you?"
Then he looked at the two of them again, "Since Lao Lin has such intentions, we must not give him the things, and we can't even let a word out. I don't have much to do here, and you still have people at home and work to do, so go back early."
Qi Fang was still looking at Yan Xue's smiling profile, but he froze when he heard this.
He suddenly remembered something. He had been busy these past two days, and he hadn't found a chance to calm Yan Xue down yet...
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