Rebirth 2010, the best

Chapter 307 Gift
"...Shouldn't I be the one giving you flowers?"

After getting into the car, Bai Yao looked at the bouquet of flowers that Lu Yao had given her. Although her question was very "formulaic", she couldn't hide the smile on her lips.

"It's different. Flowers go with beautiful women. Birthdays are a different story."

"Hey."

Her cold expression turned into a smile. Bai Yao smiled, smelled the flowers, and then took a box out of her gym bag.

"Here, this is your gift."

"what?"

"Let's open it and take a look."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yao immediately opened the box.

That's when they discovered that it was a piece of jade inside.

A square jade plaque, carved but without any other embellishments.

"What...is this meant?"

"This is called the 'Nothing to Worry' sign."

"What do you mean?"

"It's meaningless, nothing happened, nothing occurred."

"Uh……"

Following her train of thought, Lu Yao asked:

"Does it mean everything is peaceful and nothing happens?"

"correct."

"what."

Upon hearing this explanation, Lu Yao couldn't help but laugh out loud, then hung it directly around her neck:

"Thank you, I like it very much."

He didn't care what kind of jade it was, what its material was, or whether it was valuable or not.

But he felt the sincerity of his senior's feelings.

Seeing him solemnly hang the jade pendant around his neck, Bai Yao smiled and then urged him:
"Let's go, have you booked the rooms yet?"

"...?"

Lu Yao was stunned:
"Shouldn't we eat first?"

"...Just take a bite."

"But didn't you say you'd have dinner with me?"

"I'll eat with you, just a little something will do... Hurry up, I don't have much time, I miss you so much."

Her tone instantly became clingy and passionate.

"We have a meeting when my senior comes back this afternoon, so I'm really short on time... You'd better hurry."

"What do you mean 'hurry up'? I'm..."

"Hey, stop talking nonsense."

The senior student shut him up with her actions.

And just when things were getting really heated, this top-of-the-line Land Rover happened to be an extended version.

There's enough space in the back row too.

There weren't many people in the parking lot, and privacy films were installed.

Aside from the slight disappointment that there were only two seats at the back instead of a long row... since we've already made it all, let's just enjoy it!

So, Lu Yao felt like a pig that had been chased away, and he slunk to the back row.

Fortunately, the car had privacy film on it.

Since Bai Yao really missed him, she decided to go back and forth. By the time the two of them started the car, both covered in sweat, it was already past 11 a.m.

The languid senior student half-reclined in the passenger seat, her fingernails unconsciously scratching Lu Yao's arm.

"Are you going out for dinner with Xu Ruochu tonight?"

"Ah."

Hearing this, she pursed her lips:

"And then? How about we have a romantic getaway?"

"I don't know the specifics yet. Xu Ruochen is throwing a big party tonight, and I have to go..."

"Oh right, you two were born on the same day."

As she spoke, she sat up straight:
"Okay. Anyway, I'm leaving in a bit, so I won't bother you anymore."

"Do you really have to leave in such a hurry this time?"

"Yeah. It's a critical time right now... I'm speechless, why did my advisor have to send me to Beijing?"

"He's taking care of you. You're working on the SMIC project, right?"

"!"

A look of surprise flashed across Bai Yao's face:
"How did you know?"

"A friend told me about the class monitor's cousin, Wang Tianming. Have you heard of him?"

"Wang Tianming is Qianqian's cousin!?"

Bai Yao was even more confused:
"He brought his tech team to hold a meeting for us this afternoon!...Huh!?"

"Hmm, should I call him beforehand? Why don't you not go back?"

"No."

Although surprised, Bai Yao refused without saying a word:
"I was already an outsider, and my skill level is the worst in the group. If I were to make an exception for myself... that won't work."

As she spoke, a soft look appeared in her eyes, carrying a hint of sandalwood fragrance, and she grasped Lu Yao's hand, saying:

"I came back today to celebrate your birthday, and I'll just stay with you for a little while. Although I'm the worst at the level... they've only studied for two more years than me. If I work hard, I'll be able to catch up."

"……ha."

Although she spoke frankly, Lu Yao could still sense the defiant spirit in her words.

That makes sense. It would be abnormal for an athlete not to have a competitive spirit.

Those who are sent abroad by their supervisors are at least elite members, since supervisors mentor not only graduate students but also doctoral students. The social life of graduate students can be very simple, or it can be very cruel.

Either they have connections or someone is protecting them.

Either you are highly capable.

If you want to compete for resources, both of these points are indispensable.

Now her mentor has presented her with an opportunity.

She didn't want to admit defeat, so she had to work even harder.

This is the kind of good girl I want.

……

Lunch was actually very simple. Although Bai Yao no longer plays volleyball, her eating habits have remained largely unchanged.

Once self-discipline becomes a habit, it is indeed very difficult to change.

After a hearty lunch of seafood hotpot, Bai Yao, having some time to spare, considered booking a room at the restaurant for an hour. However, Lu Yao, concerned about hotel privacy and the infamous, ubiquitous waterdrop cameras, simply didn't have the courage to go. Luckily, it wasn't far from home, and no one was there...

So when Bai Yao learned that she was the first girl to come to Lu Yao's house, she immediately beamed and pounced on him onto the bed.

And Lu Yao was right; he did go to Shengshi Garden today.

Hu Li had never been to this place before.

After the thunder and fire, time was tight, so Lu Yao immediately took her to the airport.

On the way, he thought for a moment and dialed Wang Tianshu's number.

Bai Yao didn't take it seriously at first, just staring blankly at the scenery outside the window, until she heard the phone ring and then glanced at the screen.

Unfortunately, the Land Rover's screen only displayed phone numbers and English at this point; the Chinese version wasn't yet compatible, so she didn't know who she was calling. But she didn't ask, since the call had already been made.

"Beep beep... Haha, you talented guy, why are you finally calling me?"

Wang Tianshu's voice rang out.

"Hey, Brother Wang, are you busy right now?"

"If it were anyone else, I'd definitely be busy. But since a great talent like you is looking for me, I'm certainly not busy."

"Haha, I'm embarrassed by what you said."

"Alright, I've heard about what you've been up to. You've really come up with something amazing."

"Uh...you knew?"

"Well, others probably don't know, but I do. After all, our leader slammed his fist on the table, but we still couldn't get the project approved. Coincidentally, I'm one of the people who knows the inside story."

Lu Yao became interested as soon as Wang Tianshu mentioned this.

He had always been curious as to why the project didn't end up in the hands of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC).

So he asked:

"What exactly happened? I'm also wondering why it was taken by China Aviation."

"Well……"

After a pause, Wang Tianshu said:
"To be honest, the reason behind it is nothing more than a power struggle. After BeiDou began its third-generation iteration, the National Control Office coordinated many projects, and both sides were actually vying for power."

“Oh~~~~”

Lu Yao suddenly realized.

No wonder.

The entire BeiDou system is under the overall control of a department called the Satellite Navigation System Office, while companies including AVIC and CETC are actually the units in charge of this department.

This office has considerable authority; it can directly issue orders to various groups for all projects.

Now that the system is being upgraded to the third generation, there are indeed too many things to change. And with more things, there is funding, and the company makes a profit... After all this time, it turns out that I have become the child being fought over for "custody".

So, with his doubts completely dispelled, he began to get down to business:

"By the way, Brother Wang, there's something I'd like you to tell Brother Tianming."

"Speak up, what's up?"

"I have a really close female classmate who's currently in Beijing, working on a project with a team. The project's top leader is probably Brother Tianming..."

"Haha, okay."

Before Lu Yao could continue, Wang Tianshu understood the meaning and laughed:

"What's her name?"

“Bai Yao. I’m taking her to the airport now. Brother Tianming should be able to see her during his meeting tonight. Um, Bai Yaqin, Aunt Bai, you know Brother Wang, right?” (Note 1)

"Uh... I'm really ignorant about this."

"Haha, it's okay. I'll invite you to dinner whenever Aunt Bai calls. She's Aunt Bai's niece, and she's one of the participants in my RF chip project. Her abilities are definitely not a problem, she just lacks experience, since we've both just started our graduate studies. We can give her more experience with Brother Tianming, she'll definitely be fine."

"Yeah, no problem."

Wang Tianshu agreed immediately.

He really didn't know who this so-called "Aunt Bai" was.

But someone who is specifically mentioned by Lu Yao must have considerable influence.

So, everyone's happy.

After he agreed, Lu Yao chatted with him for a while longer before hanging up. As soon as the call ended, Bai Yao shook her head speechlessly.

"The way you were talking to that guy on the phone just now, you were like a seasoned old fox, so mature and worldly. Is he also Qianqian's cousin?"

"Yes. I met him first, and then I met Wang Tianming. They are brothers. With him putting in a good word for you, you won't run into any trouble over there."

"I didn't have any trouble to begin with."

"That's different."

"……hey-hey."

Bai Yao didn't refuse; on the contrary, she was quite pleased with Lu Yao's concern.

He squinted his eyes again and smiled.

And so, after a long journey, I escorted her to the airport, watched her change her ticket, and walked into the security checkpoint.

She arrived all alone.

It was the same when they left.

By the time we got back to the city from the airport, it was already past 3 p.m.

He sent Xu Ruochu a message asking where she was.

Xu Ruochu's reply was:
"At home. Are you going out for drinks with Xiaochen tonight?"

"Hmm, are you going or not?"

"I'm not going. If I go, none of you will have a good time."

"Then I'll come see you tonight?"

"Didn't we agree on tomorrow?"

Are you busy tonight?

"Well, today is not only Xiaochen's birthday, but also an elder from my family is coming to my house. I don't think I can go out much, as I need to discuss some things."

"Shouldn't you have your younger brother share the burden now, so you can free yourself up?"

She was quite happy to hear the news about Lu Yao:

"Miss me?"

"Ah."

"Let's do it tomorrow. This matter is quite important today."

"Ok."

So Lu Yao didn't ask any further questions.

The Xu family actually has quite a few issues. According to my girlfriend, the Xu family is very united. They always stick together and face everything together.

Looking back at Xu Ruochu's situation, visiting each other's homes was indeed a common occurrence.

He wasn't particularly curious and went home to rest with his eyes closed.

Until he received a call from Shen Wan.

In reality, the girl rarely called him first, just like she had promised. She wouldn't get annoyed or argue; she would always be there for him whenever he contacted her...

The reason for the call today is quite simple.

Sending birthday wishes to Lu Yao.

And a birthday gift prepared for Lu Yao.

The gift wasn't expensive; it was a keyboard.

Electrostatic capacitive keyboard.

She didn't know much about research, but she knew that Lu Yao basically sat in front of a computer all day at work. So she bought an electrostatic capacitive keyboard that would best protect her finger joints.

I also asked Lu Yao if she could go and pick it up now.

Lu Yao checked the time and readily agreed.

I drove straight there.

When they came out of Shen Wan's place again, it was already past 8 p.m.

Young Master Xu kept urging him to get there quickly, as he was preparing to depart.

And today, he didn't bring the girl with him either.

After all, it's a trip to the female spy chief's place, so it wouldn't be appropriate to bring anyone else along.

Being single is the best.

After getting on the bus, he quickly swallowed another health-preserving pill.

No, I can't take it anymore.

Even if it's just once... but the gentle girl didn't play as wildly as the cold-faced senior.

After drinking it with water, he thought to himself, "Dude, I'm getting better and better at being a scumbag."

Just as I was pondering this, Hu Li called:

Happy birthday, baby!

Lu Yao's lips twitched...

He thought to himself that it was a good thing his girlfriend wasn't around... otherwise he would have really lost his fighting spirit.

If this continues, he will die.

……

Hu Li didn't prepare a gift for him this year not because she forgot, but because he repeatedly asked for it.

The main problem is that she always brings expensive things, which Lu Yao really can't stand.

When she learned that her boyfriend was going to a bar, she didn't have any other opinions, but she expressed her disdain for Mr. Xu's arrangements.

Going to a bar for your birthday... how tacky!

Then it's time to warn your boyfriend to be careful about his anus...

As for this concern, Lu Yao's response was:

"Hey, you surnamed Hu! Tell me! Have you been watching porn behind my back again?!"

"Hey hey hey..."

Amidst his girlfriend's guilty laughter, Lu Yao drove all the way to the MIXX bar.

Upon entering the bar, he went straight to the booths.

A whole bunch of men and women...

The corner of his mouth twitched.

He had learned from the female spy chief that Young Master Xu had booked all the booths for the evening. In other words, everyone sitting there right now… aside from the girls warming up the crowd, was probably there to have fun.

Good guy.

There are a lot of people.

While the booths aren't necessarily full, one booth can easily accommodate five or six people.

Then he immediately spotted Young Master Xu and Zhang Mengxi beside him.

The two were sitting in the largest booth in the middle, and it was unclear what they were talking about.

He walked straight over.

"Ouch!"

When Xu Ruochen saw Lu Yao arrive, she quickly smiled and waved.

Happy birthday, Master Lu.

Happy birthday, Mr. Xu.

The two smiled at each other.

"Where are Run and the others?"

"They're not here yet, they'll be here in a bit. Today's guests are mostly my friends and classmates. I'll introduce you to them later."

As he spoke, Young Master Xu took out a cigarette from his pack and lit it.

At that moment, Lu Yao felt a gaze upon him.

He instinctively looked over.

It was the girl who had greeted him earlier.

Zhang Mengxi stared intently at Young Master Xu.

Following Lu Yao's gaze, Xu Gongzi turned his head and saw his girlfriend's eyes.

He paused for a moment, then chuckled sheepishly and stuffed the cigarette into the pack.

Lu Yao was somewhat speechless.

After glancing at the girl, I inexplicably felt something.

These two... will definitely not last.

absolute.

Just as I was pondering this, I noticed my phone vibrating.

He took it out and saw that it belonged to the female spy chief.

"You came?"

"Hmm, how did you know?"

"The manager at the entrance saw you and specifically notified me."

"Well, looks like I've managed to become somewhat known."

"Ha, I thought you weren't coming today, and I was worried that the gift I prepared would be useless."

"You're not going to do something like typing a happy birthday message on a big screen or something, are you?"

"Of course not. This gift will be given after I get off work."

"...?"

"Enjoy your night. But drink less tonight, don't miss it."

Lu Yao became increasingly curious about what this "it" referred to.

However, I didn't ask any further questions.

Soon, You Run and the others arrived one after another.

Amidst the raucous music in the bar, a group of people clinked their glasses together.

Although Lu Yao felt that holding a birthday party in a bar might not be suitable, since it would be too noisy and everyone would be doing their own thing... he quickly put that idea out of his mind when Wei Qianqian and the others arrived.

Not long after, the DJ started sending his blessings.

Luo Xuewei also generously gave them a set meal with sparklers on fire.

It's fair to say they've been dealt a very favorable hand.

Then, when it came time to offer a toast, Lu Yao leaned close to her ear and asked:
Where is Alice?

Luo Xuewei gave him a deep look, then smiled.

There was no direct answer.

I don't understand its meaning.

The music, however, became increasingly exciting.

（注1：还是203章的错误解答。203章我没有修改权限，所以改不成了。白姨本名【白亚琴】，再次更正下哈。另外297、300、302等等好多章节也都没了权限。而且这种权限是改一章问编辑要一次，并且还要重新审核……我也是无语了。）
(End of this chapter)