Rejecting Tsinghua and Peking Universities: I Will Lead Harbin Institute of Technology to World Lead

The school doctor's initial examination yielded results quickly.

"Vital signs are stable, there is no external injury, and there are no signs of acute illness."

The older school doctor put away his stethoscope, looked at Lin Feng, who was lying on the ground with a pale face, and spoke in a serious tone.

"The initial assessment is that it was a sudden fainting spell caused by extreme fatigue. The body and mind had been operating beyond their limits for a long time, causing the brain to activate a forced protective shutdown."

"Whether there are other potential problems requires more sophisticated equipment inspection."

This conclusion relieved Zhao Weiguo and Tang Guohong of some of their anxiety.

But the words "extreme fatigue" and "working overtime" also made them feel distressed and guilty.

Zhao Weiguo, in particular, felt a surge of regret when he thought of the food that Lin Feng had barely touched for three days.

Soon, the piercing sound of police sirens grew louder as they approached.

A special medical team from Harbin Central Hospital, led by the vice president, arrived at the dormitory as quickly as possible with portable high-end testing equipment.

The experts quickly took over and conducted a comprehensive and detailed examination of Lin Feng.

Electrocardiogram (ECG), electroencephalogram (EEG), blood biochemistry analysis, neurological response tests...

A series of checks were completed quickly in a tense but orderly atmosphere.

The final conclusion was largely consistent with the school doctor's assessment, but it was more detailed and alarming.

"The patient is extremely weak, with many nutritional indicators low and obvious signs of dehydration."

The leading neurologist adjusted his glasses, his tone grave.

"The most serious issue is the brain activity monitoring data—his cerebral cortex activity has been consistently at an abnormally high level for a considerable period of time, almost exceeding the limits."

"This state is similar to the explosive power of a top athlete during a competition, but he maintains it as a normal state!"

"The brain is not a perpetual motion machine. Such high-intensity thinking, deduction, and creation over a long period of time without sufficient rest and energy replenishment is like making a precision instrument run under overload continuously. Internal wear and tear and heat accumulation eventually led to this shutdown."

Tang Guohong was alarmed and quickly asked, "Doctor, what should we do now? How should we treat it afterward?"

"The primary task is to force rest and recovery," the expert said firmly.

"Immediately stop all high-intensity mental activity! You need at least a week of complete relaxation to allow your brain and body to fully recover."

"After that, a strict work-rest system must be established. The time spent on deep thinking each day must absolutely not exceed... eight hours! At least two to three completely relaxing days must be guaranteed each week, for physical exercise, outdoor activities, or pure entertainment. In short, the brain must switch modes and completely relax."

"If you continue with that reckless work style, the next time you faint, it won't just be simple fatigue. It could cause irreversible nerve damage, memory loss, or even more serious consequences!"

The expert's words struck Tang Guohong and Zhao Weiguo like a heavy hammer blow.

They then realized that Lin Feng's relentless, workaholic research approach concealed enormous health risks.

After seeing off the medical expert team who had given him countless instructions, Tang Guohong's expression was extremely serious.

He sat on the chair beside Lin Feng's bed, looking at the young man who was still unconscious, his brows slightly furrowed as if he was still thinking, and made a decision in his heart.

……

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the gaps in the curtains, awakening my dormant consciousness.

Lin Feng's eyelashes fluttered a few times, and he slowly opened his eyes.

His vision cleared, and he saw the familiar ceiling, and... Tang Guohong, sitting on the chair by the bed, staring at him with a serious expression, and Zhao Weiguo, standing beside him with concern in his eyes.

"Principal? Brother Zhao?" Lin Feng tried to sit up, but felt a wave of weakness and dizziness and fell back down. "What are you doing here? I..."

He rubbed his throbbing temples, his memory fragmented.

"You don't know what happened?" Tang Guohong asked in a deep voice.

Lin Feng shook his head in confusion.

Tang Guohong sighed and told him exactly what had happened yesterday: his fainting spell, the examination by the school doctor and the expert team, and the conclusions reached.

"Unconscious? Overworked?" Lin Feng was stunned, then recalled the state of being so engrossed in the simulation space that he was completely unaware of the passage of time.

It turns out that the body in reality had already issued such a serious protest.

"Xiao Feng," Tang Guohong said in an unprecedentedly solemn tone, even with a hint of command.

"You heard what the doctor said. This is no small matter! Your body, your brain, are more important than any project you're researching!"

"I, and those at a higher level whom you are unaware of, have reached an agreement."

Tang Guohong, with piercing eyes, announced without a doubt:

"Starting today, you will be subject to a mandatory research time management system!"

"First, you must guarantee at least three complete rest days every week. During these three days, you are not allowed to touch any research materials, enter the laboratory, or engage in any form of deep thinking! You must go to class, exercise, go outdoors, or simply go out and have fun! Zhao Weiguo will supervise you throughout the process."

"Secondly, during the four days permitted for scientific research, the effective working time per day must not exceed eight hours! Staying up late is strictly prohibited!"

"This is an order, not a discussion!"

Lin Feng instinctively wanted to retort, "Principal, my project is about to..."

"Not immediately!" Tang Guohong interrupted Lin Feng, unusually, in a stern tone.

"This is a direct order from the highest levels! Your health condition has attracted the highest level of attention!"

"They made it clear: scientific research is important, but Comrade Lin Feng's health and long-term development are even more important! We must not exhaust the resources for short-term gains!"

"If you don't comply, the next time you faint, it might not be here, but in some heavily guarded sanatorium, where you'll be forced to take a six-month leave!"

A directive from the highest levels? Forced convalescence?

Lin Feng opened his mouth, but all his words of explanation were blocked.

He understood that this fainting spell had truly triggered a reaction from above.

The unwavering determination in Tang Guohong and Zhao Weiguo's eyes made him realize that there was no turning back.

He shook his head with a wry smile: "Alright, Principal, I'll follow your instructions. I'll make sure to get some rest."

"It's not just a matter of paying attention, it's a matter of strictly enforcing it!" Tang Guohong's expression softened slightly, but he remained serious.

"This week is your first mandatory rest week. Don't think about anything, just focus on recovering. The doctor prescribed some nutritional supplements and sedatives; take them as directed."

"Zhao Weiguo will arrange some relaxing activities for you. Go out for a walk, see a movie, go shopping, try some good food... live like a normal young person for a few days."

"Yes, Principal." Lin Feng answered much more readily this time.

He also realized that he might have been pushing himself too hard.

Longyuan's theory is nearing its end. Taking this opportunity to relax and reflect might not be a bad thing.

Moreover, he didn't want those who cared about him to worry so much anymore.

"Get some rest," Tang Guohong said as a final word, then exchanged a glance with Zhao Weiguo before leaving the dormitory with peace of mind.

……

The sun was shining brightly in the afternoon.

Under Zhao Weiguo's supervision, Lin Feng changed into a comfortable set of casual clothes and left the dormitory.

"Mr. Lin, how about we just take a stroll around campus today and soak up some sun? Then we can catch a movie tonight?" Zhao Weiguo suggested.

"I'll do as you say, Brother Zhao." Lin Feng smiled helplessly, feeling the long-lost sense of relaxation from having nothing to do.

The two walked slowly along the famous military-themed road of Harbin Institute of Technology.

The autumn sun was warm and gentle, casting dappled light and shadow through the golden ginkgo leaves.

Students sat reading on benches by the roadside, while the sounds of basketballs hitting the ground and shouts from young people echoed from the playground.

All this ordinary yet vibrant scene brought a sense of novelty and long-lost relaxation to Lin Feng, who had been immersed in the world of scientific research.

Before they knew it, they had arrived near the third canteen.

"Mr. Lin, would you like to come in and sit down? Have something to drink?" Zhao Weiguo asked.

"Alright." Lin Feng nodded; he was indeed a little thirsty.

Just as they were walking toward the cafeteria entrance, a slender figure wearing a baseball cap and a mask, seemingly looking down at her phone and appearing somewhat distracted, was also walking toward the cafeteria from the side path.

The two met unexpectedly at the corner of the cafeteria entrance.

"Ah, I'm sorry..." The figure quickly looked up and apologized, her voice clear and crisp.

However, when she saw the handsome face standing opposite her, the one she had been longing for and searching for for days, she froze instantly.

Above the mask, those clear, bright eyes suddenly widened, filled with disbelief, shock, and ecstasy!

"Lin...Lin Feng?!"

Shen Moran blurted it out almost without thinking, her voice trembling slightly with excitement.

She had searched for so long, waited for so long, and was almost in despair...

He appeared before her without any warning!

Sunlight, a gentle breeze, falling ginkgo leaves, the background noise of a bustling campus...

Everything seemed to become a blurry backdrop.

Eyes facing each other.

Lin Feng looked at the pair of bright eyes filled with surprise and was slightly taken aback, but then he recognized the other person.

"Shen...Senior?"

His tone carried a hint of surprise.