My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1269 Surprise

At that time, Ling Xue was the study committee member of the class. She had excellent grades and was warm-hearted. She always patiently explained difficult problems to her classmates. Zhou Xing was a mischievous but smart boy with a strong interest and talent in computers. By chance, the school organized a computer interest group activity, and Zhou Xing and Ling Xue were assigned to the same group. During the cooperation, Zhou Xing found that Ling Xue was not only good at studying, but also had a strong ability to accept computer knowledge. The two cooperated well and gradually became good friends.

After the college entrance examination, they went to different universities. Although their contacts gradually decreased, the friendship they had in high school always lingered in their hearts. After graduating from university, Zhou Xing founded an Internet company with his passion and expertise in Internet technology, focusing on software development and Internet services. Ling Xue, with her love for computer games and keen business sense, opened the "Xingmang" Internet cafe with the support of her family.

On a sunny afternoon, Zhou Xing finished his company affairs and decided to go to a nearby Internet cafe to relax. When he pushed open the door of the "Xingmang" Internet cafe, a familiar fresh breath hit him. He looked around. The decoration was simple but stylish. Rows of high-performance computers were neatly arranged, and players were immersed in their own online world. When Zhou Xing was checking in at the bar, his eyes inadvertently fell on the cashier. It was Ling Xue, whom he had not seen for many years.

Ling Xue looked up, and when she saw Zhou Xing, a hint of surprise and joy flashed in her eyes, and then she smiled warmly. "Zhou Xing? It's been many years!" Her voice was still as clear and pleasant as she remembered.

Zhou Xing also responded with a smile: "Yes, what a coincidence, I didn't expect to meet you here." The two began to greet each other and recalled every little detail of their high school days, those youthful smiles, nervous exams, and fights during class breaks, as if it was just yesterday.

Since then, Zhou Xing often visited the "Xingmang" Internet Cafe. Every time he came, he would chat with Ling Xue for a few words, ranging from the business status of the Internet Cafe to their respective lives. Zhou Xing found that Ling Xue was still the kind and hardworking girl, but she was a little more mature and stable. She treated the Internet Cafe as her own business, operated it with heart, constantly updated the equipment, optimized the environment, and attracted many loyal customers.

As time goes by, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue become closer. They discuss the development of the Internet industry and share their joys and sorrows. Zhou Xing also uses his professional knowledge to provide some technical advice to Ling Xue's Internet cafe, such as how to optimize network settings and improve customers' Internet experience. With Zhou Xing's help, the business of "Xingmang" Internet cafe is becoming more and more prosperous.

However, the market is like a battlefield, and competition is coming quietly. A large chain of Internet cafes has just opened nearby, with luxurious decoration, advanced equipment, and a series of preferential activities, attracting many customers. The business of "Xingmang" Internet cafe began to be affected, and the customer flow gradually decreased. Ling Xue saw it with her own eyes and was anxious in her heart, but she couldn't think of any good way to deal with it.

After Zhou Xing learned about it, he took the initiative to find Ling Xue and comforted her, "Don't worry, we can think of a way. Although chain Internet cafes have advantages, we also have our own characteristics. We can hold some special activities, such as e-sports competitions, game-themed activities, etc., to attract more players."

Ling Xue's eyes lit up: "This is a good idea, but how are we going to hold it?"

Zhou Xing smiled and said, "Leave it to me. We have some colleagues in our company who are event planners. I can ask them to help with some advice."

With Zhou Xing's careful planning and help, the "Xingmang" Internet Cafe held a grand e-sports competition. Once the news of the competition came out, it attracted the attention of many e-sports enthusiasts. On the day of the competition, the Internet Cafe was crowded and lively. The exciting competition, generous prizes and enthusiastic service won the praise of the contestants and the audience. This competition not only increased its own popularity, but also made the "Xingmang" Internet Cafe regain the trust of customers.

After this incident, Ling Xue's feelings towards Zhou Xing changed further. She found that she had unknowingly become dependent on this former high school classmate. Zhou Xing, in his frequent contact with Ling Xue, also developed a special feeling for her.

On a quiet night, after the "Xingmang" Internet Cafe closed, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing sat at the bar, drinking coffee and enjoying a moment of peace. Outside the window, the lights of the city flickered, reflecting on their faces.

Zhou Xing mustered up his courage, looked into Ling Xue's eyes and said, "Ling Xue, in fact, over the years, I have never forgotten our friendship in high school. And now, I find that my feelings for you have gone beyond friendship. I like you, are you willing to be my girlfriend?"

Ling Xue's face turned slightly red. She lowered her head and said softly, "I...I like you too, Zhou Xing. It's just that I'm worried that the Internet cafe will affect our relationship."

Zhou Xing held Ling Xue's hand: "Don't worry, the Internet cafe is your career, I will always support you. And I believe that as long as we understand and support each other, we can definitely balance our career and relationship."

Ling Xue raised her head, looked at Zhou Xing's determined eyes, and nodded. At that moment, their hands were tightly clasped, as if holding each other's future.

In the days that followed, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's feelings grew stronger. They would always take time out from their busy work to spend time with each other. Zhou Xing would take Ling Xue to various industry gatherings to let her know the latest developments in the Internet industry; Ling Xue would take Zhou Xing to experience various new computer games to relax.

Under Zhou Xing's professional guidance and Ling Xue's careful management, the "Xingmang" Internet Cafe gradually got out of its predicament. They continuously launched new service items, such as customized game packages and comfortable rest areas, to meet the needs of different customers. At the same time, they also actively cooperated with game manufacturers to hold offline promotion activities, which continuously expanded the influence of the Internet Cafe.

As the reputation of the "Xingmang" Internet Cafe grew, many investors offered their support to Ling Xue, hoping to expand the business with her. Ling Xue was somewhat tempted, but a little hesitant, as she was worried that blind expansion would affect the existing business model and service quality. Zhou Xing saw her concerns and accompanied her to analyze the pros and cons. They carefully studied each investment plan and assessed the potential risks and benefits. In the end, they chose a suitable partner and jointly opened several branches. With the dual help of Zhou Xing's management experience and Ling Xue's network resources, the branch business was also very hot.

However, success always comes with challenges. Once, due to the operation error of a new employee, the network of a branch store failed, resulting in a large number of customers leaving. Ling Xue was extremely worried and immediately rushed to the store to deal with the problem. Zhou Xing also put down his work and rushed to help. While they were calming down the customers, they urgently deployed technicians to repair the network. After several hours of hard work, the network finally returned to normal.

This incident made Ling Xue realize the importance of management. She began to strengthen the training and management of employees and formulated more complete rules and regulations. Zhou Xing used his technical advantages to develop an intelligent management system for the Internet cafe, which improved the operation efficiency and service quality.

With the joint efforts of the two, the "Xingmang" Internet cafe chain brand has gradually become a leader in the city's Internet cafe industry. Their love story has also spread in the industry and become a good story.

As time goes by, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue go hand in hand on the road of career and love. They have experienced countless ups and downs, but they always support each other and never leave each other. They know that there will be more challenges waiting for them in the future, but they are confident to face them together.

On a starry night, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue stood on the top of the tallest building in the city, overlooking the lights of this bustling city. Zhou Xing gently hugged Ling Xue and whispered in her ear: "Ling Xue, thank you for appearing in my life. It's great to have you along the way."

Ling Xue snuggled in Zhou Xing's arms, tears of happiness sparkling in her eyes: "Zhou Xing, me too. The road ahead is still long, let's go on together."

At this moment, the stars in the night sky seemed to shine even brighter for them, witnessing their beautiful love and brilliant career.

In the International Exchange Center, students of different skin colors and languages ​​can often be seen sitting together, enthusiastically discussing global issues such as climate change, cultural integration, etc. This cross-cultural exchange and collision broadens the students' thinking boundaries and allows them to look at the world and themselves from a higher perspective.

However, the development and growth of the school was not smooth sailing. Funding was the primary problem. Although Xingyao Academy attracted many students with its good reputation, the continuous upgrading of educational resources, the expansion of the teaching staff, and the maintenance and updating of campus facilities all required huge financial support. Whenever the finance department came to Zhou Xing with a thick budget report, he could feel the heavy pressure.

Ling Xue, as the largest shareholder, became Zhou Xing's solid backing at this time. She had been active in the business world and had accumulated strong capital and extensive personal connections. When Xingyao Academy faced financial difficulties, she did not hesitate to increase investment. She knew that education was a long-term investment. Although there might not be a rich return in the short term, in the long run, it was related to the future development of society. Ling Xue actively participated in the school's management decisions and discussed development strategies with Zhou Xing. She used her business wisdom to secure some projects for the school to cooperate with enterprises, such as enterprises setting up scholarships and co-building laboratories in the school, which not only eased the financial pressure, but also provided students with more practical opportunities.

However, the expansion of the school also triggered some doubts from the outside world. Some parents were worried that the teaching quality would be difficult to guarantee after the school expanded; some peers secretly spread rumors that Xingyao Academy was too commercial. Faced with these negative voices, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue withstood the pressure. They organized an open day event, inviting parents and members of the public to enter the campus and experience the school's teaching atmosphere and educational achievements in person. Zhou Xing personally explained the school's educational philosophy and development plan to everyone, using sincerity and strength to dispel people's doubts.

At an important education seminar, the educational model of Xingyao Academy became the focus of the whole audience. Some conservative educators questioned the innovative measures of Xingyao Academy, believing that this large-scale, full-stage education complex may disperse educational resources, resulting in a lack of refinement and specialization in each stage of education. Zhou Xing calmly walked up to the podium. Based on Xingyao Academy's many years of school data and student growth cases, he elaborated on the advantages of full-stage education in detail. "Our goal is not to simply cultivate exam machines, but to shape talents who are well-rounded and adaptable to the needs of the times. From kindergarten to university, we pay full attention to the growth trajectory of each child, and can adjust the education strategy in time according to their individual differences. This is unmatched by scattered educational institutions." Ling Xue in the audience also nodded secretly for Zhou Xing. She knew the hardships and difficulties along the way, but the educational dream they insisted on was becoming a reality step by step.

As time goes by, batches of outstanding graduates trained by Xingyao Academy have emerged in all walks of life. Some have become leaders in the field of scientific and technological innovation, promoting the transformation of industry technology; some have devoted themselves to cultural and artistic undertakings, conveying positive energy through their works; and some have quietly moved forward on the road of public welfare, speaking for the disadvantaged groups in society. The success of these alumni is the best proof of the educational achievements of Xingyao Academy.

In a golden autumn season, Xingyao Academy held a grand school celebration. The campus was decorated with lights and former teachers and students came from all over to participate in the celebration. Zhou Xing stood in the square of the campus, looking at the bustling crowd, with a lot of emotion in his heart. Ling Xue walked to his side and said softly: "It's not easy for us to go this way, but it's worth it." Zhou Xing smiled and nodded: "Yes, as long as we stick to the original intention of education, we can light up a bright light for this society and illuminate the way forward for children." At this moment, Xingyao Academy is shining in the sunshine. It is like a giant ship of education. Under the leadership of Zhou Xing and Ling Xue, it is heading towards a more glorious tomorrow and continuing the legendary story of education.

In the days ahead, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue will continue to work together to continuously improve the education system of Xingyao Academy. They plan to further strengthen international education cooperation and introduce more world-class education resources; continue to pay attention to educational equity and provide scholarships and educational assistance to more children in poor areas; explore the application of intelligent education technology on campus and create a more convenient and efficient teaching environment for teachers and students.

The story of Xingyao Academy is still being written. Every chapter embodies the hard work and sweat of Zhou Xing and Ling Xue, and every character beats with their love and persistence for education. This private school, like the brightest star in the night sky, guides students to travel in the ocean of knowledge and set sail for a better future. It is not only the development history of a school, but also a vivid portrayal of the educational dream shining in reality, inspiring more people to devote themselves to the great cause of education and make unremitting efforts to cultivate a new generation of pillars of society.

As time goes by, Xingyao Academy has gone through dozens of years. During this long educational journey, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue have witnessed countless separations and reunions, setbacks and successes.