“Come on, let’s raise a glass to Professor Wang. Thanks to Professor Wang, our lab was able to bring in the genius researcher Ye Qiu, haha!”
“Let’s celebrate that our country has finally overcome the challenges of hovering technology!”
After several rounds of drinks, Xiao Weicai finally stood up with his glass and walked directly towards Ye Qiu.
“Ye Qiu, the previous matter was entirely Yu Bu’s fault, but I didn’t notice it or guide him well. I want to apologize to you here. Let’s drink to that. I often speak rather bluntly, so please don’t take it to heart.”
Ye Qiu stood up.
He was referring to today’s arrangement concerning Yu Bu. Everyone thought it was far too simple to just kick Yu Bu out of the research institute, but hearing Xiao Weicai’s self-reproach, he felt less angry.
Besides, Xiao Weicai was an old professor.
Ye Qiu politely picked up his glass. “Yes, he’s already been kicked out.”
After a satisfying meal and drinks, they emerged into the already darkened night.
Others called for designated drivers, while some were picked up by family; knowing that Lu Chen was a friend brought by Ye Qiu, they didn’t pry further.
Lu Chen supported his dizzy boyfriend, “Are you drunk?”
“Mmm…” Ye Qiu slowly opened his eyes and found Lu Chen hugging him directly.
His words were the same as usual, just spoken in a softer tone.
“Boyfriend, you’re really cute.” After saying this, Lu Chen looked around to ensure no one was watching, and secretly kissed Ye Qiu’s cheek.
“No, you’re the cutest.”
Before Lu Chen could respond, Ye Qiu squeezed into a corner, propped his arms up, and leaned slightly forward. Lu Chen’s eyes widened momentarily, his heart racing, breath caught in his throat.
Before he could even close his eyes, Ye Qiu had already stood up.
The kiss was as fleeting as a dragonfly touching water.
“You won’t even give me a kiss? So stingy!”
Frowning slightly, he held Lu Chen’s face seriously and leaned closer, saying, “Not stingy, I’ll give you everything.”
“Everything?”
“Mmm.” Ye Qiu replied sulkily, displeased that his boyfriend thought he was stingy.
“Then show me your phone.”
“Mmm… no, I can’t.” Ye Qiu took out his phone only to stuff it back into a pocket far from Lu Chen, confirming it by patting it.
Lu Chen took a deep breath, thinking that even though his boyfriend was drunk, he sure knew how to infuriate people.
Realizing his words upset Lu Chen, Ye Qiu’s finger gently traced Lu Chen’s chin as he kissed him softly.
Lu Chen suddenly felt much happier. It was impossible to expect Ye Qiu, the straight man, to be proactive, but even if he wasn’t, he was obedient.
“So, if someone else wants to see your phone, do they have to get a kiss first?”
“I only kiss you.” Drunk people were always very bold; Ye Qiu hung onto Lu Chen’s body from behind, resting his head on Lu Chen’s shoulder, continuously kissing his cheek.
“Hmph, I’m recording this, so don’t think you can play tricks in front of me.”
“I won’t play tricks.”
Suddenly, Ye Qiu stood upright, tugging at his clothes, “It’s dark; we should sleep.”
“Sleep? You can’t take off your clothes outside!”
Fans who had stayed up late studying suddenly discovered a trending topic appearing out of nowhere.
“Hello everyone, I’m Yu Bu, from Fengyong Province, a college student who came from a small mountain village. My family was poor, and the village helped me go to school. They always told me to contribute to the country in the future, which has also been my goal for studying all along. Finally, I achieved my dream of entering the Imperial Capital University and eventually the Imperial Capital Research Institute.”
“At first, I was like a fish submerged in water, enjoying the atmosphere of the research institute, but then things changed. Ever since that youngest researcher appeared, it all felt very foreign!”
“A month ago, he joined the research institute, and everyone in the lab has been studying hovering technology, even achieving results. This should have been a joy, but unexpectedly, Ye Qiu did not enter on his own merit; he relied on connections, constantly opposing the professors, and even drove me out of the research institute! Furthermore, he nearly sold our research results to others, which killed over a year’s worth of our work! I’m too afraid to say who it was…”
In the video, Yu Bu appeared disheveled, with a frail figure, looking pitifully fragile.
“I know that just like he said, without evidence, nobody will believe me. But my diligence in the research institute is something everyone can see. I hope they can come forward as witnesses for me.”
At this point, Yu Bu broke down in tears, unable to accept reality, “I’ve already lost my identity as a researcher of the Imperial Research Institute. I have nothing left; I can’t afford to lose my innocence!”
The video ended with a freeze frame of Yu Bu’s tear-filled eyes.
#YuBuYeQiu#
#YeQiuAgainstProfessorYuBu#
#ImperialResearchInstituteYeQiu#
[The moral decay of society, who would have thought that even the best Imperial Research Institute in the country would have such incidents.]
[The youngest researcher, ha, I’ve long sensed something was off. Who is that impressive? It’s just connections.]
[Feeling sorry for Yu Bu.]
[Imperial Research Institute, come out and speak! @ImperialResearchInstitute.]
Of course, there were those who sensed something was amiss.
[Am I the only one who thinks it’s strange? If what Yu Bu said was true, the research should’ve been successful a long time ago. Why is Ye Qiu only just releasing news about entering the experimental stage now?]
[If he wants to prove himself, why is there not a single piece of evidence? Shouldn’t he release all the details?]
[Everyone, quick, capture these two rational voices.]
Chapter 29: Campus Phoenix Man
When Ye Qiu woke up, it was already noon the next day.
Upon lifting his head, he found himself in the familiar guest room of the Lu family and hoped that Uncle Lu wouldn’t be home today; given his current status, it was still too early.
He pressed his lips together and felt for his phone in his pocket, relieved to find it still there.
Lu Chen pushed the door open and saw Ye Qiu’s small actions, “Ahem, do you still remember what happened yesterday?”
Ye Qiu pretended to be calm while washing up.
The two of them joked and laughed, still unaware that the world outside had changed.
By the time Ye Qiu arrived at the research institute, Wang Chengde had already seen the news from Li Shu about Yu Bu’s online statements from the previous night.