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Chapter 862 - 767 Caught Off Guard

Chapter 862: Chapter 767 Caught Off Guard

When we set off, Dean Xia and Old Han gave strict instructions to Yang Ping that the speech draft must be carefully prepared, and its importance could not be overemphasized, as it was a showcase of one’s high-quality academic achievements aimed at conquering the audience with quality rather than quantity.

Yang Ping remembered these words and mentally drafted a few lines, thinking that all he needed to do was talk about his academic achievements. He didn’t need fancy language, for academic matters are simply about the substance.

Principal Ruo glanced at the electronic clock on the wall, saw that the time had come, and cleared his throat, "The purpose of today’s meeting is clear to everyone, so I won’t repeat it. This year, Nandu Medical University’s system has only one Outstanding Young Talent spot, but there are two young talents who meet the criteria. What shall we do? The only fair and open way is to vote, and the one with the most votes gets the spot. This is a good thing, it shows that Nandu Medical University is full of talents. I won’t say any more than necessary. Let’s have the two young talents give their speeches, talking about their academic achievements to let us understand why they are more suited for Outstanding Young Talent. Don’t be shy. We Easterners are reserved and modest and don’t like to compete on stage, but this mindset is incorrect. Fair competition is a good thing. Alright, I’ll leave the time for you."

After a round of warm applause from the audience, the first to take the stage was Guan Ruyan, a young man indeed handsome and exceedingly confident. He opened his laptop, took the microphone from the staff, and began his presentation with the PPT after the staff had connected his computer.

"Distinguished teachers, hello, my name is Guan Ruyan. Fifteen years ago, I graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Nandu Medical University and was directly admitted to Nandu as a graduate student. During my time as a graduate student, I was sent to Heidelberg University in Germany. Over five years at Heidelberg, I successfully obtained both Master’s and Doctoral degrees. After graduation, I stayed in Germany to work at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine, focusing on tumor gene research. I returned to China seven years ago and since then have led five national-level scientific research projects, published 32 papers indexed by SCI, including two in CNS journals."

Such dazzling academic achievements and returning as a doctor from overseas, Guan is indeed the future star of Nandu Medical University. Director Shi took the lead in applauding, and everyone followed suit.

Professor Guan bowed gracefully to the audience, waiting for the room to quiet down before continuing his speech.

"This was during my studies in Germany—"

The PPT displayed photo after photo.

"This is my mentor, Professor Franz Enlard from the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine in Germany, who is also a hot candidate for the Nobel in recent years. Professor Enlard is a top expert in the field of tumor gene research worldwide. His mentor is none other than the renowned Professor Mainshtan from the Charité Medical School. Enlard was one of the few students in whom Professor Mainshtan took great pride. A little insider information here: in fact, Enlard and Mainshtan are not far apart in age because Mainshtan rose to fame very young, so he became a doctoral supervisor at a young age. Many of his students are about the same age as he, with some even older."

"This is a photograph of me working with my mentor. Professor Enlard is kind and affable. He has given lectures at our school and has a very high opinion of it. In the future, we might have opportunities for cooperation with the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine."

"Here is Professor Mainshtan supervising the research of Professor Enlard, who had already won the Nobel Prize at the time."

Professor Guan handled his impressive resume well, highlighting the key points without seeming boastful.

"During my time in Germany, my mentor, Professor Enlard, repeatedly asked me to stay in Germany, but I refused him. I have a Chinese heart, and I had to return to my motherland. From the day I left China, I reminded myself that I must study hard and return to serve my country after achieving something. And so, I came back."

"In truth, I know that this session’s Outstanding Young Talent spot is not meant for me, but that’s not important. As long as I have the opportunity to serve my country, I will be content. Thank you, everyone."

When Guan Ruyan said these last words, his eyes couldn’t help but show a hint of sorrow and resignation.

What was the meaning behind such words? How could the Outstanding Young Talent spot have nothing to do with him? The voting hadn’t even started yet. Wasn’t this hinting at something?

Principal Ruo felt uncomfortable upon hearing Guan Ruyan’s last sentence and found it strange for him to end his speech that way.

Director Shi Qingxian’s face showed a slight smile; he was very pleased with Guan Ruyan’s performance. The introduction could be said to be perfect.

Professor Zhou listened to the speech and told himself that the more he listened, the more something seemed off, although he couldn’t quite put his finger on it, so he frowned in thought.

Next, there was a ten-minute break to let everyone digest Guan Ruyan’s speech or ask any questions if they had them. After ten minutes, it would be Yang Ping’s turn to speak.

At this moment, Principal Ruo’s assistant quietly entered the meeting room from the back door. He bowed and whispered a few words in Principal Ruo’s ear, causing Principal Ruo to turn pale with anger. After scanning the entire room with a severe look, he followed his assistant out of the meeting room temporarily.

It turned out that someone had been secretly filming and live-streaming the internal university meeting. The live broadcast was not only shared on social media platforms but was also being streamed on the campus network.

"What on earth is happening?" Principal Ruo demanded, holding back his rage.

"We only just found out about it ourselves. The internet is in chaos, especially on the school’s network; it’s ablaze with activity. An anonymous article surfaced online, implying that Yang Ping is related to an academician and therefore the school rigged the selection process, earmarking the spot for him. The truly qualified talent, Guan Ruyan, is being sidelined and victimized. The article is intentionally ambiguous, and with today’s meeting being secretly live-streamed and Guan Ruyan’s speech, it seems almost like a coordinated attack. Now, our whole school is discussing this matter, and its impact is spreading outwards like a tsunami. The PR department is in a frenzy, unsure whether to pause the meeting—"