Han Xu had left one thing unsaid.
That was, in a place like a research institute, a graduate student who had been out of school for several years like him truly had little market value.
Especially since the work he had done over the past few years had not been closely related to his field of study.
So even if he wanted to join a research institute now, it would be very difficult.
Ye Yuan caught a trace of desolation in Han Xu's eyes.
But since Han Xu did not wish to talk about it, there was no need for Ye Yuan to press further.
As long as he knew that Han Xu had chosen to stay of his own free will, that was enough.
Besides, Ye Yuan had a plan in mind.
Though it was not yet complete, keeping a talented person like Han Xu by his side would do more good than harm.
It just remained to be seen whether Han Xu could pass his test.
And become a trusted helper who could help him achieve one of his goals.
"Uncle~!"
Only then did Xiao Zixuan notice Ye Yuan's arrival.
She happily ran over and called out to him sweetly.
Ye Yuan was also delighted. Xiao Zixuan taking the initiative to greet him showed that the little girl's personality was gradually becoming more cheerful.
That greatly comforted all those who cared about her.
Ye Yuan rubbed the little girl's head and was about to say something.
When a hearty laugh came from behind him.
"Ha ha, you've got quite the nerve, kid. The outside world has been turned upside down over you, yet you can sit calmly on the island like nothing's happened."
Ye Yuan turned around.
Zhao Xirui stood not far behind him, grinning.
"What brought you