What does it mean to get a perfect score on the college entrance exam but then go missing?

At the university, more than ten days later.

It was a sunny afternoon.

Ning Shuguo strolled through the campus.

This is his favorite activity.

Although it can't be called an unannounced visit, only by personally walking through the campus that he built and experiencing the students' lives can he know whether he is doing a good job as a principal.

In the golden autumn of October, the campus is full of life and vitality.

Especially in recent years, the university's ranking has risen again and again.

Their social status also rose accordingly.

When it comes to prestigious universities, Tsinghua and Peking University used to be the top choices, but now we also have to add Beijing University of Technology to the list.

Moreover, among so many industrial universities across the country, only the University of Technology is qualified to use these two words alone.

Other industrial universities must include the name of the city or province.

This is the highest glory.

Ning Shuguo also knew that this was all Qin Ze's doing.

"Oh, Zhiyu, what brings you back?"

As I approached the entrance of the School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, a familiar figure came into view.

"Weren't you working on that project at the Beibing Group? Did you finish it so quickly?"

Song Zhiyu: "Of course it can't be finished so quickly, Principal. I came back this time to seek some help."

"What kind of help?"

Song Zhiyu: "There are a few minor technical difficulties in the project, and I'm thinking of consulting with professors from the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering and other disciplines."

"Yes, that's right, you should always ask more questions."

Ning Shuguo looked pleased.

In fact, if it weren't for Qin Ze, Song Zhiyu would be the best among the young people in the entire academy.

His personal skill level is extremely high.

Otherwise, someone her age wouldn't be considered by the Beibing Group to lead major projects.

of course.

There's also the connection between her grandfather and Qin Ze involved.

But Song Zhiyu's abilities are still the most important.

It's not just that she's capable; the most important thing is that she's willing to ask questions when she encounters problems.

If a researcher cannot open up to new ideas and humbly learn from others, then her life is wasted.

Which professor did you consult?

Song Zhiyu: "Professor Dai, I reckon only he can solve this problem."

"Yes, let's go then."

Ning Shuguo pointed to the teaching building.

"Let's go together."

Song Zhiyu said somewhat helplessly, "Oh, Principal, I'm not a guest. I know the way."

"I know you know the way, but I haven't seen Old Dai in a long time, and I miss him a bit."

The two walked into the School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering while chatting and laughing, heading straight for their office on the top floor.

but.

Pushing open Mr. Dai's office, it was empty, with nothing even displayed, as if no one used it.

There was only one table, one chair, and one bookcase.

Upon seeing this, the principal couldn't help but give a thumbs up.

"Zhiyu, don't think I'm lecturing you young people, you should learn a lot from Elder Dai."

"Let's not talk about academics, just look at his character."

"Isn't he considered a pillar of the School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering?"

"The office is so simple."

"Apart from office supplies, there wasn't a single useful item displayed."

Song Zhiyu nodded in agreement: "Yes, it seems that Elder Dai is single-minded."

As they were talking.

A younger teacher walked by.

Ning Shuguo immediately stopped him: "Young man, where is Old Dai?"

"Principal!" The teacher was slightly taken aback. "Old Dai hasn't come for many days."

"Yeah?"

Ning Shuguo frowned slightly.

"Is Mr. Dai working from home now?"

Teacher: "I don't know, anyway, I haven't seen him in a long time."

"Oh...it's nothing, you go ahead and do your thing."

Ning Shuguo waved.

The school does have rules in this regard.

Professors who are very old are allowed to work outside the university.

As long as I come to school for lectures and important meetings, it won't interfere with my work.

"Old Dai is getting on in years, and it's not appropriate for him to keep going back and forth. He'll probably stay at home."

Ning Shuguo said, thinking of Song Zhiyu's feelings.

"If it's really urgent, why don't you give him a call and schedule a private meeting?"

Song Zhiyu nodded: "Okay, I'll make an appointment privately. I'll head to the School of Materials Science and Engineering now."

"Materials Institute?"

Song Zhiyu: "Yeah, I've accumulated a ton of questions this time, and I want to figure them all out, otherwise it will delay the progress over there."

"Okay, I'll go with you."

Done.

Ning Shuguo led Song Zhiyu downstairs.

Today was also the day Ning Shuguo was supposed to inspect the school.

I'll just follow Song Zhiyu and see how the work of each college is going.

This glance had a significant impact.

When Ning Shuguo arrived at the School of Materials Science and Engineering, he became a little angry.

The reason was simple: Professor Qu Huahai, whom Song Zhiyu was looking for, was not in his office.

Moreover, the office was very tidy, as if it hadn't been used for many days.

Ning Shuguo glanced at his watch; it was only 10:30. He shouldn't be absent from his post.

"Wait, are you from the School of Materials Science and Engineering?"

The teacher who was called over stammered, "Yes, Principal."

"I'm asking you, did Qu Huahai go to work today?"

The teacher looked at the principal's dark face and didn't know how to respond for a moment.

Just as he was about to make up a lie.

Ning Shuguo had already seen through his ulterior motive: "Tell the truth!"

"Um..." the teacher stammered for a moment before finally speaking. "Professor Qu hasn't been to the school for a long time."

"Why? Did you ask for leave?" Ning Shuguo asked angrily.

"I don't know about that, anyway, I haven't seen him for almost half a month..."

"outrageous!"

Ning Shuguo started muttering curses under his breath.

You'd better have taken leave.

If you don't ask for leave and try to emulate Mr. Dai by not going to work, that would be going too far.

Teacher Dai is old, and the school is understanding and has provided them with policies.

But you, Qu Huahai, are just over fifty. What reason do you have not to go to work?

"Don't go too far."

Ning Shuguo called out to the teacher who was about to leave.

"Thank you for your trouble. Please have Director Liu from the Academic Affairs Office come over. I think it's necessary to straighten out their work style."

Done.

Ning Shuguo sat down directly in the School of Materials Science and Engineering.

Song Zhiyu immediately advised, "Principal, don't be angry. What if Professor Qu has already taken leave?"

"You can't ask for leave like that! Didn't you hear that teacher say they haven't seen Qu Huahai for half a month?"

Ning Shuguo was sulking.

The school does allow students to take leave.

The key is that Qu Huahai, as a backbone member of the School of Materials Science and Engineering, cannot be absent from his post for an extended period.

If you take a long leave of absence, won't that delay the college's work?

Not long after.

The chubby Liu Jun arrived in front of Ning Shuguo, panting heavily.

"Principal, you wanted to see me."

Ning Shuguo's face turned ashen: "You approved Qu Huahai's claim as fake?"

"No." Liu Jun was a little confused.

"Since you didn't approve the leave, does that mean Qu Huahai was absent without leave?"

Liu Jun sensed that the principal was angry.

He didn't want to make a big deal out of it, so he racked his brains trying to smooth things over.

"No way, Professor Qu didn't come?"

"Look for yourself, the office is all tidied up, he hasn't been to work for a while."

Ning Shuguo pushed open the office door, about to curse, when he remembered something else.

"No! Elder Dai's office is like this too."

"How so?"

"Are the professors in my department not doing their jobs properly anymore?"