Xu Yi stopped.
"We'll talk about this later. Come with me to the venue first and give me a hand."
Director Li's face lit up. "You got it!"
The whole venue was in an uproar. The students were all complaining.
"I don't get it~" (in a Fenghua accent)
"Why hasn't the recruiter arrived yet? Does he think he's so important?"
"I heard a rumor that some dumbass locked the person in charge in a dorm room. That's why they're late."
"He must be a real idiot. What a waste of brains—he could've put them to better use changing diapers for dogs at a factory."
"Recruitment? What recruitment?"
"Bro, why'd you come to the venue if you don't know anything?"
"I dunno... The counselor told me to come. Said I'd get extra credits."
Director Li: "..."
He'd never heard anyone say something so malicious in his life.
I had to give college students credit for their fighting spirit.
When they saw Xu Yi walking toward the stage, the students were confused.
"What's going on? Is this guy about to make a fool of himself?"
"I guess he's an outstanding student representative. He sure got lucky."
"Wait... It's the legendary Xu Yi! Holy crap, it's him! He played an original song back then and blew everyone away. He's all over the internet now."
Facing the students, Xu Yi never thought he'd one day stand before them all.
It was quite a feeling.
"Everyone, stand!"
The students got to their feet in a scattered wave.
Xu Yi looked around and nodded. "I don't know who stood up, but I remember exactly who didn't."
The students still sitting in their chairs lounged back, their faces full of disdain.
"You're giving orders now? Who even are you?"
"You think you're some big shot? You say 'stand,' and we stand?"
"Great, it's a poet. We're saved!"
Manager Sun then went up onstage and stood respectfully to Xu Yi's right. Picking up the microphone, he said, "Everyone, this is Xu Yi, the person in charge of this recruitment fair for Furun Group."
The students who hadn't stood up before all got to their feet.
Yes, sir!
Bro, if you'd told us you were in charge, we would've stood up sooner!
I hate people who keep a low profile more than anything! You never know when you'll accidentally offend them.
Xu Yi: "All right, everyone, take a seat. I'm still a student at this school, so there's no need to be nervous."
Student favorability +1+1+1+1
"Please don't act distant just because I'm the person in charge, and the nephew of Furun Group's chairman. I'm still the same Xu Yi as ever! My other uncle, the head of the Education Bureau, always told me to be willing to help others."
Negative Emotion Points +30
Negative Emotion Points +30
Negative Emotion Points +30
Negative Emotion Points +30
Xu Yi closed his eyes in bliss. This felt great!
That little speech had earned him nearly five thousand Emotion Points. He'd made a fortune in one go.
From now on, he'd have to show off (crossed out) speak in front of crowds more often, to improve his communication and quick-thinking skills.
It wasn't just the students below who were roasting him. The Streamer Friends in the livestream were at it too.
He's showing off so hard... I can't take it anymore. Watching him makes me want to punch him.
You wouldn't like it if someone actually punched you.
Only later did I realize my mayor father hadn't neglected me on purpose. He'd had the more important task of protecting the lights of a thousand households.
That essay deserves full marks. The whole school should recite it.
After showing off, Xu Yi promptly ducked backstage.
He left the professional work to the professionals. The rest had nothing to do with him.
Then Xu Yi eagerly pulled out his phone. Time to play Genshin Impact!
Just kidding~
Xu Yi was preparing to restore the Han dynasty. The Chancellor was waiting for him to come to the rescue.
After some time had passed, and who knew what Manager Sun had said, all anyone knew was that the applause went on for a long time.
Manager Sun took out a list.
"Xu, here's the list of applicants who meet the requirements for this recruitment fair."
Xu Yi skimmed it.
To his surprise, Wang Liang and Liu Yu were on it too.
"Manager Sun, what positions are Liu Yu and Wang Liang applying for?"
"Wang Liang applied to be a security team leader. Liu Yu applied to the Public Relations Department."
"The Public Relations Department?"
Xu Yi immediately pictured Liu Yu's smug face as he said, "I can~ I can~"
If he really joined the Public Relations Department, he'd be a disgrace to Furun Group.
Client: "Oh, I'm old. I'm not much use anymore."
Liu Yu: "I can~ How are you old? You're still a greenhorn compared to me."
Xu Yi: "Put him in Security too. Cleaning would work as well. He can't go in Public Relations."
Manager Sun nodded. "Did those two do something to offend you?"
"Hm?"
"That's not what I meant..."
Manager Sun hurried to explain, but only made it sound worse.
Xu Yi understood. After all, they'd made a student the person in charge.
Anyone would've looked down on him a little.
Xu Yi said bluntly, "They're my roommates."
"Oh, oh, haha... Then you must be close. By the way, what about the other one? Should we put him on the security team too?"
"No need. He's off to become a prison hero."
"???"
To keep Manager Sun from underestimating his judgment, Xu Yi made a point of calling Liu Yu over.
"Liu Yu, this is Manager Sun. I wanted to introduce you."
Liu Yu looked at him gratefully. "Bro... for life!! I knew I was right to suck up to you."
Manager Sun: "We've called you here to give you an on-the-spot interview."
"Uh... what?"
Liu Yu looked at him in confusion.
"Don't worry. It's just a simple interview. Just answer however you like." Xu Yi gave him an OK sign.
Only then did Liu Yu smile. His bro really was thoughtful!
That way, no one could accuse him of getting the job through connections.
Manager Sun: "Suppose you play ball with your boss and win. But he says he's gotten old and isn't good for much anymore. How would you respond with emotional intelligence?"
Without a moment's hesitation, Liu Yu said, "First, read the room and pick up on your boss's mood. Scurry over, lean in, and ask, 'Getting upset?' Second, save face for your boss by proving he still has something left in the tank. Ask him, 'That all you've got?' Third, calm him down and make sure he feels involved. Tell him, 'Fine, you win, okay?' Finally, help him feel accomplished in some other way. Say, 'You're not that good, but you've sure got a temper.'"
Manager Sun: "..."
Seeing that Manager Sun had been silent for a long time, Liu Yu asked, "Was that answer not good enough?"
"Is that really your normal answer?"
"I can do even better."
"Then let's hear it."
"Lean over and whisper in his ear, 'Careful, or I'll give you an emotionally intelligent response.'"
"..."
Hahaha~
Xu Yi couldn't hold it in and burst out laughing.
Manager Sun was left with a dark expression.
"Still not good enough? I've got a more domineering reply."
"You naughty little thing. I won't let you put yourself down like that."
"I can do an anime-style one too."
"Stupid boss... Even if you lose... I'll always like you!"
"Enough!"
Manager Sun hurriedly called a halt.
He couldn't tell whether Liu Yu was really that bad at reading the room or just being absurd on purpose.
Either way, if he joined the Public Relations Department, it'd be a disaster.
Liu Yu still looked hopeful. "Did I pass the interview?"
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