I met my whole family through Baidu Tieba.

As Shen Kang walked toward the location Qian Ming'en had told him over the phone, Deng Shicheng was being pulled along by Qian Ming'en on Xiaodong Street.

Deng Shicheng, the director of Yangcheng Channel 2's "People's Focus" program, arrived this morning.

He originally thought his daughter could find out about the website's founder so he could go directly to discuss interviews. However, his daughter's intelligence gathering skills were insufficient; she only found out that the website was created by someone from Yang University of Science and Technology, and couldn't find out anything else.

However, this did not stump Deng Shicheng.

He contacted Yang University of Science and Technology directly, inquired around, and confirmed that the person who founded the Beiming Community was indeed a student from Yang University of Science and Technology, and then came to visit.

Deng Shicheng already had a rough outline of the entire news story in his mind: "College Student Sells Honda Fit for One Yuan: Charity or Flaunting Wealth?"

There's so much more to explore on this topic, and it adds depth to the news coverage.

Under such a theme, the website, and even Yangko University of Science and Technology as a whole, will be under pressure.

However, Deng Shicheng naturally wouldn't mention these things.

Yangko University of Science and Technology is currently unaware of this.

After learning that Deng Shicheng wanted to come for an interview, they even arranged for a teacher to receive him. The teacher who was arranged to receive Deng Shicheng was Qian Ming'en, the vice dean of the School of Economics and Management. After all, Deng Shicheng was from their School of Economics and Management, and they had a good relationship with Qian.

……

An hour ago, in Qian Ming'en's office

"Please come in, please come in."

Qian Ming'en opened the door and invited Deng Shicheng in with a smile. He was quite enthusiastic yet restrained, making Deng feel welcome from Yang University of Science and Technology without lowering the university's profile.

After leading Deng Shicheng to a seating area, Qian Ming'en poured two cups of tea for him.

Deng Shicheng stood up, took a cup of tea before sitting down, and started chatting casually: "Dean Qian's office conditions are quite simple."

"You flatter me. Actually, it's enough. The main thing is that this is the school spirit of Yangko University: being pragmatic and investing the most resources in school construction, rather than doing some superficial things..."

Qian Ming'en echoed Deng Shicheng's words.

Qian Ming'en was both surprised and not so surprised that a TV station was coming to interview Shen Kang.

After all, he knew about Shen Kangqian's affairs. Sooner or later, TV stations would come knocking on his door. Principal Liu and he supported him so much, wasn't it all for this day, to make Yangke University proud?

They just didn't expect that they would arrive earlier than they anticipated.

But this is a good thing.

After chatting for a while, Qian Ming'en got to the point: "...Director Deng, I noticed you didn't bring anyone else with you. Are you interviewing Shen Kang alone?"

Deng Shicheng explained, "That's right. I'm here today mainly to understand the details of the incident and to inquire about the wishes of the parties involved. Only then can we decide whether or not this matter can be covered. If both parties agree that it can be covered, we need to exchange opinions on which interviews are allowed and which are not. These things need to be discussed in advance."

Qian Mingen understood immediately.

Seeing that Qian Ming'en had gotten to the point, Deng Shicheng asked first, "Does Dean Qian know anything about this Shen Kang?"

Qian Ming'en thought to himself, "Didn't you hit the bullseye? Among all the teachers at Yang University of Science and Technology, if we're talking about understanding Shen Kang, then if I admit it's second, then no one else will admit it's first."

"I know him fairly well. Shen Kang is a freshman at Yangko University of Science and Technology this year..."

Before he could finish speaking, Deng Shicheng interrupted him in surprise, "A freshman?"

He did some research before coming, learning about Beiming Community and Xianyu.com.

Deng Shicheng subconsciously thought that this was a project done by a junior, senior, or graduate student, but he didn't expect it to be done by a freshman.

If you look at the timeline, this guy has been enrolled for less than half a year, right?

Thinking of this, Deng Shicheng took out his pen and notebook and quickly jotted down this point.

Qian Ming'en chuckled as he saw Deng Shicheng take out paper and pen to take notes, and then explained in more detail: "He is indeed a freshman. He is quite different from ordinary freshmen. He is a very thoughtful person with strong execution skills. He does what he says, is mature in his thinking, and makes decisive decisions. He is an outstanding student."

Since it was an outsider coming to interview, Qian Ming'en naturally praised Shen Kang as much as he could.

"Many times, when I talk to him, I feel like I'm talking to a peer rather than a college student."

Qian Mingen's statement wasn't just a compliment; it was a heartfelt remark.

Sometimes when he was with Shen Kang, he really felt that the other person was his peer, as if a soul in his thirties or forties was hidden under the skin of an 18-year-old.

But often, Shen Kang would show a childish side, making people feel that it was just an illusion. After all, this kid was still just an 18-year-old, only more mature in some ways.

"However, he is not only mature, but also possesses the vigor, youthfulness, and trendiness of a teenager. He has a deep understanding of his peers, so what he creates is often very popular with his classmates."

As Qian Ming'en got into the conversation, he stood up.

"Take that website he created, called Beiming Community, for example. It's very popular among students at Yangke University of Science and Technology; many people use it. Even us old folks often visit it to understand the thoughts of today's students. Why don't you come and take a look, Director Deng?"

Although Deng Shicheng already knew about the Beiming Community, he didn't refuse when he saw that Qian Mingen wanted to show it. He smiled slightly, stood up, and followed Qian Mingen to his desk.

After arriving at his desk, Qian Ming'en turned on his computer, opened his browser, and clicked on a tab to access the Beiming Community. His account was automatically logged in, proving that his claim was true and that he did indeed visit this website regularly.

Then Qian Mingen opened the plaza and began to introduce it with great interest.

"This interface is called 'Square.' The name is very descriptive, just like the open spaces in our village when we were young. People would talk and share their thoughts here..."

Deng Shicheng stood to the side, watching, when he suddenly noticed a post on the square.

Hi everyone, I'm the "Fiat guy" you're all talking about.

Deng Shicheng's eyes lit up.

The news he wanted to create was centered around the story of "selling a Honda Fit for one dollar."

Therefore, he was also very interested in the "Fiat guy." He had come to see Shen Kang hoping that Shen Kang would bring the Fit guy over for an interview, but he never expected the "Fiat guy" to show up in the square on his own initiative?

"Dean Qian, take a look at this post."

Deng Shicheng pointed with his finger.

Upon hearing this, Qian Mingen clicked on the post.

Qian Mingen had a engagement last night and didn't watch "If You Are the One." This morning, he was notified to receive Director Deng, who was visiting. Therefore, Qian Mingen was unaware of the "Fit Man" incident.

Now, upon opening the post, he saw that the poster began with "Actually, I'm just an ordinary person," followed by a long, rambling post showcasing various forms of wealth:

For my birthday, my father gave me a watch that cost 15,000 yuan, but it wasn't as accurate as a 10-yuan e-paper watch.

When my mother took me out to eat, she always chose those high-end restaurants, where a meal could easily cost one or two thousand yuan, but the taste was actually just so-so. I would also often sneak off to eat at roadside stalls.

My proudest achievement right now is getting into Yangcheng Business School through my own hard work, proving that sweat never goes unrewarded. Compared to that, the apartment my father bought me in the North Road University Town to celebrate my admission seems insignificant...

Seeing this information, Deng Shicheng was even happier.

The person involved started flaunting their wealth directly, which is great, it fits the theme they wanted to create even better.

Deng Shicheng scribbled down the key points in his notebook.

After reading it, Qian Ming'en sighed, "I need to talk to the teachers at Yangcheng Business School about this when I have the chance. It seems they've overlooked something in guiding students' values ​​correctly."

"In this regard, Shen Kang from our school does a great job. He dresses just like any other student, eats in the cafeteria, and has a strong sense of social responsibility. When working on projects, he doesn't forget to do charity work, which has helped many of our school's work-study programs..."

Qian Mingen seized the opportunity to start praising Shen Kang.

Shen Kang is going to be on a news program, and he will be representing the image of Yang University of Science and Technology. Naturally, the more outstanding Shen Kang is, the more glory Yang University of Science and Technology will have.

Deng Shicheng interrupted, "Wait, Dean Qian, you said Shen Kang also solved your school's work-study program?"

Seeing that Deng Shicheng was interested in this, Qian Ming'en went on to explain in detail, recounting how Shen Kang had offered work-study positions and kept asking students from impoverished backgrounds for help.

These impoverished students all came from Qian Ming'en's program, so he knows them quite well and has very detailed statistics.

Deng Shicheng listened while taking notes in his notebook, somewhat surprised: because of his work, he had come into contact with some college student entrepreneurs. Among those entrepreneurs, some offered work-study positions, but they were passively accepted under the school's quotas, and the number was very small. But this Shen Kang actively accepted them, and kept asking for them in large quantities.

That's quite rare.

However, hearing is believing.

After taking notes of the key points, Deng Shicheng made a request: "Dean Qian, could you take me to see the impoverished students that Shen Kang is accepting?"

Qian Mingen was telling the truth, so he stood up and said, "Okay, they should have some people at work now."

Then, Qian Mingen led Deng Shicheng all the way to Xiaodong Street.

Qian Ming'en led Deng Shicheng directly to the entrance of the laundry room.

"This laundry room was also opened by Shen Kang. It has provided many work-study positions and recruited a lot of students from impoverished families..."

Qian Ming'en led Deng Shicheng inside, talking as they walked.

The staff inside are working.

Qian Jun, the deputy store manager, happened to be there as well, counting yesterday's cash registers in preparation for taking them to the bank for deposit.

As one of the first impoverished students to enter the laundry room under Qian Ming'en's tutelage, Qian Jun knew Qian Ming'en. Upon seeing Qian Ming'en arrive, he quickly greeted him, "Good morning, Dean Qian."

"Good morning……"

Qian Ming'en also had some impression of Qian Jun. After thinking for a moment, he quickly remembered the other party's name: "Tian Jun."

"...It's Qian Jun." Qian Jun was a little embarrassed and corrected him.

Qian Ming'en was a little embarrassed, but quick-witted, he laughed it off: "Haha, right, right, it's Qian Jun. He's getting old, his memory isn't so reliable anymore. We're even from the same clan."

Then he asked, "Qian Jun, how did you get this job?"

Qian Ming'en wasn't stupid; he knew that Deng Shicheng's initiative to come and see meant he still had doubts about what he had said. Therefore, he directly used this method to dispel Deng Shicheng's doubts.

"I got in through the school's work-study program, Dean Qian. You were the one who approved it back then," Qian Jun replied, thinking that Qian Ming'en had forgotten about it.

Qian Ming'en nodded. "Indeed, I remember now..."

As the two were talking, a sorting worker came over, called out "Manager Qian," and talked to Qian Jun about some work-related matters.

Qian Jun then paused his pleasantries with Qian Ming'en and began talking to the sorting worker. A short while later, the sorting worker received instructions and went about his work.

Qian Ming'en asked with interest, "What? You've already been promoted to store manager? I remember the store manager was Shen Kang, right? Doesn't he manage things here anymore?"

Qian Ming'en only paid attention to the laundry when it first opened. Later, seeing that the laundry was steadily growing, and with many other things to manage, he didn't pay much attention to the specific situation of the laundry anymore.

"He's the assistant store manager."

Qian Jun smiled and said, "Shen Kang is still the store manager, and he still makes the big decisions. As for the small, routine matters, I, the assistant store manager, will handle them."

"Sure, the assistant store manager is good too."

Qian Mingen was very happy.

He brought Deng Shicheng over to prove that it was true that Shen Kang had helped him find a work-study job.

Now, not only is it true, but the impoverished students who came here have even been promoted, which further proves how successful their joint work-study program is.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Qian Ming'en remembered another person: "I remember there were two other people who came with you, right? Weren't they on duty today?"

Qian Jun then explained that one of the other two people was responsible for delivering meals every day, but it wasn't mealtime yet, so he wasn't there. As for the other one...

"The other one is named Yang Yunhan. She's in study room 302 next door. She's the store manager there now."

Qian Jun's tone was slightly sarcastic when he spoke.

After all, they were both hired in the same batch, but now, he's an assistant store manager here, while she's a store manager next door—their levels are completely different.

Moreover, Qian Jun had also inquired and learned that Yang Yunhan's income was different from his own—Yang Yunhan now received performance bonuses in addition to her fixed monthly salary. He heard that last month, Yang Yunhan earned two thousand yuan in performance bonuses alone!

Qian Jun was quite regretful, regretting that he was afraid of hardship and fatigue and didn't work hard.

Now everyone in the laundry room can see that Manager Shen is fair in rewarding and punishing: those who work hard and strive for improvement will not be let down; on the contrary, those who slack off and do nothing will not be given important responsibilities; and in more serious cases, those who are incompetent will be dismissed directly, regardless of whether they are regular employees or students from impoverished families.

Qian Junjue felt that if he had worked hard and strived for advancement back then, he would be the store manager next door now.

Unfortunately, there's no going back.

Now, all Qian Jun can do is work hard in the laundry room, hoping that one day when Manager Shen comes up with something new, he'll remember him...

"Another one got promoted too, and became a store manager?"

Hearing this news from Qian Jun, Qian Ming'en was even happier.

Look, other schools' work-study programs are lucky if students can even get a low-level job, but this one by Shen Kang, an outstanding student at Yangko University of Science and Technology, got him promoted quickly!

Deng Shicheng quickly jotted down some notes in his notebook, then suddenly asked, "Classmate, do you know your salary before and after becoming the assistant store manager? Also, do you know the salary of the classmate next door who was promoted to store manager?"

Upon hearing this, Qian Jun hesitated for a moment and looked at Qian Ming'en.

Upon seeing this, Qian Ming'en said, "This is Director Deng from Yangcheng TV Station."

Deng Shicheng added, "Don't worry, classmate, this isn't a formal interview yet, just a preliminary one. The official interview won't mention any specific amounts, and certainly not your real name."

Qian Jun reluctantly agreed, "Alright."

Then he pulled the two of them aside and whispered his previous and current salaries, while also mentioning Yang Yunhan's salary next door.

As Deng Shicheng listened, he took notes in his notebook. After hearing the whole thing, he was quite surprised. "You mean, the classmate next door who became the store manager earned over four thousand yuan in total last month?"

Is this still considered part-time work and studying?

Even during a normal workday, there aren't this many!

Deng Shicheng had never heard of such a work-study program before.

"Are you sure?" Deng Shicheng couldn't help but ask again.

Qian Jun nodded, "I'm sure. If you don't believe me, you can go next door and ask her directly later."

Deng Shicheng took one look and realized it was indeed true.

This greatly surprised Deng Shicheng.

Qian Mingen watched from the sidelines, quite pleased and satisfied.

After learning about Qian Jun and Yang Yunhan's salaries, Deng Shicheng asked another question: "Are all the students who come here to work and study the same as you?"

Qian Jun then shook his head, "That's not it."

As he spoke, he gave two examples.

One example is the student who delivers meals every day; his job is very easy, but he's still delivering meals. Another example is Qi Wei, who thought he could automatically get promoted just because he was a student from a poor family and didn't have to do anything.

Lin Mian has now gone to Beiming Community, while Qi Wei is still working as a sorting worker in the laundry room.

"...Manager Shen means that if Qi Wei continues to slack off and doesn't work properly, even if it's someone from Dean Qian's side, he'll fire him..."

Qian Jun had just blurted it out without thinking, and only then did he realize that "Dean Qian" was right in front of him. The words came out of nowhere, a little awkward.

Qian Ming'en wasn't embarrassed at all. Instead, he smiled and nodded, "It's no problem to fire this person who isn't taking their work seriously. I support it. Work-study programs aren't a magic bullet, and these positions are scarce. They should be reserved for students who truly need them."

Qian Jun breathed a sigh of relief before continuing, "However, Manager Shen also said that if he can work hard from now on, he can be given a chance. Since then, Qi Wei hasn't dared to slack off and his work has been decent, so he's still working here."

Deng Shicheng quickly jotted down notes in his notebook.

After interviewing Deng Shicheng at the laundry room, Qian Mingen led him to the adjacent 302 study room.

Yang Yunhan happened to be there.

Early in the morning, the 302 study room wasn't full; there were only two tables occupied.

Xu Shiwei, a long-time employee in the store, was standing behind the counter operating a piece of software on the computer, while Yang Yunhan stood behind him watching and checking whether his operation was correct.

The software that Xu Shiwei is using on the computer is a task that Shen Kang assigned to Li Su when the 302 study room first opened.

A few days ago, Li Su finally managed to find some time to finish the software, pass the tests, and send it over here.

This software has two main functions: one is to locate, reserve, and arrange seating for guests, which is easy to understand, similar to the room reservation function of some KTVs.

Another key function is relationship management:

The so-called management relationship refers to the fact that during the process of customers coming to the 302 study room, this software will automatically record information such as the table location and the people at the same table each time.

After multiple recordings, it will sort out the interpersonal relationships of each guest based on the built-in logical relationships.

for example:

A and B had played at the same table before, but according to the system records, they had never played at the same table before. Therefore, this time they played together at the same table was marked as "first contact".

Two days later, A and B played at the same table again, marked as "second contact".

The reason for the second contact could be coincidence, or it could be that A and B exchanged contact information during their previous game at the same table, and arranged to play at the same table this time.

The system then marks the probability that the two people know each other as, for example, 33%.

The next time, A and B play at the same table again. The system marks the probability that they know each other as y, for example, 54%. Compared to the previous 33%, the probability that they know each other has increased.

In general, it is the logical analysis system described above.

Previously, this kind of relationship analysis was done manually by Yang Yunhan and Xu Shiwei.

They need to use thick notebooks to record a lot of things, and then use their brains to analyze which people might be related to which people.

This way, they can handle customers' requests to "organize a party for newcomers" or "organize a party for acquaintances" with ease.

Now, they no longer need to do this manually; this big data system automatically helps them analyze the relationship information between these customers and can provide the relevant lists when needed.