Wang Yue was genuinely shocked.
She never expected to run into the research institute's boss here!
She had only heard Zhang Lan mention this person a few days ago.
In his mind, the person who could open a research institute at Tsinghua University must be a highly respected, elderly man.
I didn't expect her to be so young!
They're not much older than me, are they?
Zhang Lan was preoccupied with Liu Yan and hadn't seen Wu Changfeng at all.
"Hello, Mr. Wu!" Zhang Lan greeted him.
Wu Changfeng had an impression of Zhang Lan; he always saw her leading the conversation in the reception room.
Wu Changfeng nodded in response: "Have I caused you any trouble?"
Zhang Lan quickly shook her head: "No, no. It's just that some people are making a mountain out of a molehill. They can't stand seeing the working people reap the rewards of their labor, and they're as jealous as a giant vat of vinegar."
"Being envious is human nature. If you're so capable, go earn it yourself! What kind of man bullies us girls!"
Zhang Lan's words were barbed.
Liu Yan retorted angrily, "Who's jealous! Who's envious! Your behavior is clearly speculation and profiteering, and you're not allowed to raise any objections?"
"If the whole world turned a blind eye to crime, wouldn't that create chaos!"
Principal Dong waved his hand: "Alright, alright."
"Liu Yan did nothing wrong, and although Wang Yue said she borrowed money to repay it, no one will believe that."
"But to say that Wang Yue is engaging in speculation and profiteering is a bit too harsh."
"In today's society, this practice is called information asymmetry."
"Information is also an economic tool. If I know something that others don't, I can make money."
"Wang Yue knows that the research institute has tasks, but others don't; that's the point."
Liu Yan sensed that Principal Dong was trying to smooth things over.
Judging from this posture, they clearly want to downplay the issue and make it disappear.
Liu Yan immediately retorted: "Principal Dong, this is an extremely egregious act! If everyone on campus behaves like this, what will become of the academic atmosphere!"
Zhang Lan said, "Outrageous? Humph! You can go out and look around, every single boss should be arrested!"
"Are you so insightful that others can't understand or see through you?"
"Why is no one taking action? Because this charge is seriously out of step with current economic activities!"
"I dare say that this crime clause will be deleted in the near future."
Liu Yan snorted: "This charge is meant to deter some unscrupulous people from taking advantage of loopholes and seizing the people's wealth. How could it possibly be deleted!"
Principal Dong waved his hand: "Alright, alright. Arguing about this issue is useful, but it's too early."
"I think we should do this: Wang Yue, this is a one-time exception."
"Let's call it a day."
Liu Yan asked strangely, "Is it over just like that?"
Principal Dong asked, "What else do you want? Are you suggesting we arrest Mr. Wu as well?"
"Whoever makes a mistake must be punished!" Liu Yan said stubbornly. "This has always been the case since ancient times."
Principal Dong said, "There is no right or wrong in this matter, only different perspectives."
"Different viewpoints do not distinguish between right and wrong."
"Personal thoughts do not constitute a crime."
Principal Dong's words completely suppressed the matter.
Liu Yan was clearly very angry.
I didn't achieve my goal!
But he couldn't refute what Principal Dong said.
He elevated the distinction between crimes to a matter of ideological conflict.
Two people with different ideas are free to think whatever they want.
Liu Yan snorted and turned to leave.
Zhang Lan gestured with her chin towards Liu Yan, displaying a victorious expression.
Wang Yue breathed a sigh of relief; the money was safe.
After seeing the two girls off, Principal Dong walked on campus with Wu Changfeng.
A gentle breeze was blowing.
Principal Dong said, "I'm sorry you had to see this."
Wu Changfeng chuckled: "Reason becomes clearer through debate; the more we argue, the clearer the truth becomes."
"But overall, the charge of speculation and profiteering should indeed be removed."
Principal Dong nodded: "That's a matter for higher-ups; they have a longer-term perspective than we do."
“However, Mr. Wu,” Principal Dong stopped and paused slightly before saying, “Mr. Wu, there is something I’m unsure whether I should say.”
"Please speak."
“I know that your research institute is located on campus. It needs students to provide technical and knowledge services from time to time.”
Wu Changfeng replied, "That's exactly what I wanted to achieve. Being in a good position makes it easier to get what you want."
Principal Dong nodded: "I didn't say this behavior is wrong. In fact, I would encourage it, since your needs are social and can be well integrated with the textbook."
"But what happened today served as a wake-up call for me."
Wu Changfeng looked at Principal Dong with an unchanging expression.
With his hands behind his back, Principal Dong said, "Look, today Wang Yue took the work from your research institute and then subcontracted it to the students. Everyone worked together to complete it."
“It’s not appropriate to investigate further.”
"But we don't need to delve into it."
"But this is just translation. What if it involves more complex matters later? What if there are other legal issues..."
"The students don't understand, isn't this just causing them trouble?"
"I have a suggestion."
After Principal Dong finished speaking, he stopped and looked at Wu Changfeng.
Wu Changfeng nodded: "Please continue."
"In the future, if you need any help from your classmates, you can have someone go to the academic affairs office and let the teachers take a look and check it out first."
"It can both ensure work efficiency and make students more careful about the legal issues involved."
Wu Changfeng responded with an "oh".
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