Chapter 698: The wrong person was punished. Although he was dressed simply and his forehead was covered in sweat, his tall figure and profile made Professor Wu recognize him instantly.
"Huh?" Professor Wu stopped, a look of surprise and confusion on his face. He pointed in Lu Qingyang's direction and asked the accompanying Vice President, "Principal Li, who is that student?"
Vice Principal Li looked in the direction and frowned.
놛 didn't know Lu Qingyang, but a student named Zhou 냬 was working here, most likely because he was punished.
He explained somewhat awkwardly, "Oh, Mr. Wu, maybe this is a student who violated some school rules and regulations and is undergoing labor education. Let's go this way, in front..."
"Violating school rules? What school rules did you violate?"
Several school leaders were stunned by Mr. Wu's sudden excitement.
Professor Wu didn't even wait for an answer. He walked straight towards Lu Qingyang and called out anxiously, "Comrade Lu? Is that Lu Qingyang?"
Lu Qingyang stood up upon hearing the voice. Seeing Professor Wu and a group of school leaders, he was stunned for a moment, then wiped the sweat off his face and nodded politely: "Hello, Professor Wu."
Professor Wu walked quickly to 놛, completely ignoring the mud on the ground, grabbed Lu Qingyang's arm, looked 놛 up and down, and said excitedly to the school leaders who followed him:
"Principal Li, Director Wang, you must have made a mistake. Do you know who 놛 is? Do you know how much contribution 놛 made a few days ago?"
The school leaders looked at each other in complete confusion.
Professor Wu was very emotional and spoke in a loud voice: "It was this student Lu Qingyang who, with his high level of vigilance, discovered an extremely serious safety hazard at the Suicheng Airport and directly prevented a major accident that would have caused the crash of a plane full of passengers, including several of our researchers. He saved countless precious lives and protected much-needed scientific research data and project progress for the country. He is a hero."
She turned to look at Lu Qingyang, her tone filled with guilt and heartache: "Comrade Lu, have you been criticized for this? And you're still working here? This... this is simply nonsense. You cooperated with the follow-up investigation that day and were late returning to school. How can this be considered an unexcused absence?"
The expressions of several school leaders changed instantly, from confusion and embarrassment to shock.
The vice-principal stepped forward quickly: "Mr. Wu, please calm down, calm down. We...we had no idea there was such a situation. Lu Qingyang's family just said they needed leave because of an emergency. This...this involves confidentiality. We really didn't know about it!"
The department head, sweating, quickly said to Lu Qingyang, "Student Lu, this... this is a misunderstanding, a huge misunderstanding. Your punishment is immediately revoked, and the notice of criticism is immediately withdrawn. You are not absent from class, you are delayed for official business. The school should praise you."
Professor Wu, still furious, said seriously, "I hope the school will handle matters like this with caution! We must abide by the rules and analyze each case individually."
"Yes, yes, Mr. Wu, your criticism is correct. We must conduct a thorough review and improve our working methods!" The school leaders expressed their opinions one after another.
Professor Wu's serious criticism of the school leaders just now immediately changed to an extremely appreciative and gratified look when he saw Lu Qingyang. He nodded repeatedly, and the wrinkles on his face were all smiling.
"Okay, okay, young man, I remember you said you were a student of Jingcheng University. It turned out you weren't lying. Okay." Professor Wu patted Lu Qingyang's shoulder vigorously, full of praise. "What's your major?"
"Professor Wu, I'm from the Department of Physics." Lu Qingyang answered respectfully, neither humble nor arrogant.
Professor Wu's eyes widened in surprise, his curiosity growing. "The Physics Department is great! Basic subjects are fundamental. But... you actually know so much about the mechanical structure and hydraulic systems of airplanes? You can even spot potential failures? This isn't something your average physics student can master. It's incredible, truly remarkable."
Professor Wu circled around Lu Qingyang as if he had discovered some rare treasure, looking him up and down. "Just because you have good theoretical grades doesn't mean you can remain calm and make accurate judgments in times of crisis. Young man, you've put in a lot of effort in private, haven't you?"
Lu Qingyang smiled modestly. "Professor Wu, you're too kind. I just like to read some miscellaneous books and am interested in all kinds of mechanical things. I tend to think about things on my own. That day, the situation was urgent, and a lot of possibilities went through my mind. I was lucky to get it right."
Professor Wu waved his hands repeatedly, his expression serious: "No, no, no, this is not a fluke. It's my keen observation, my solid knowledge, my courage to speak up at critical moments, and my humility... every one of these is invaluable!"
The more he looked at Lu Qingyang, the more he liked him. Suddenly, he remembered something, and his expression became more solemn and sincere: "Comrade Lu, you see, you've been too busy talking. We old men and women, as well as everyone else on the plane at that time, have to thank you for saving our lives. This kindness is too great."
After a pause, he extended a sincere invitation: "If you're free this week, would you mind doing me a favor? We old guys would like to get together and treat you to a proper meal to thank you in person. We'll find a quiet restaurant near the school. What do you think?"
Several accompanying school leaders quickly echoed: "Yes, yes, yes, classmate Lu, this is as it should be, and it is a sincere gesture from Mr. Wu and others."
Lu Qingyang was so excited when he thought about having dinner with these scientists who were recorded in history books, but he refused a few times on the surface, but finally agreed.
Zhou Zhe and Zhao Rui, who had been hiding in the corner of the philosophy building and witnessed the whole process, were completely stunned at this moment.
This...this plot changes too fast, right?
After Professor Wu and the school leaders walked away, Zhou Zhe and Zhao Rui immediately jumped out from the corner like two monkeys, rushing to Lu Qingyang from the left and right, their faces full of disbelief and burning curiosity.
Zhou Zhe was so excited that he almost stuttered, "Qingyang, what happened just now? Who was that old man? He looked so impressive! The department head and the vice principal acted like elementary school students in front of him!"
Zhao Rui nodded vigorously, pointing in the direction of the people's disappearance. "That's right! We thought you were here to be punished, but how did you suddenly become a commendation? And... you're even offering me a 'dinner'? What kind of dinner? A state banquet?"
He imitated Professor Wu's exaggerated tone and expression.
Looking at their stunned expressions, Lu Qingyang couldn't help but smile, and his mood became a lot more relaxed.
He put down his broom and dusted off his hands. "It's nothing serious. I just did that old professor a small favor outside, and he's being polite."
"A small favor? You call that a small favor?"
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