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Chapter 325 Lu, long time no see! (Combined chapter)
September arrived in the blink of an eye, and another batch of new students stepped into the campus.

The first classroom on the third floor of Building 1 was packed with students.

At first, the freshmen in the Department of Ocean Engineering could still chat curiously, but as more and more people came in, they began to look at each other in bewilderment.

What's going on? Today is a specialized class, not a large lecture, so why are there so many people here?

Not only were all the empty seats filled, but those who came later brought their own small stools, taking up the aisle and the seats in front of the podium as well.

Freshman A: "Could these people have gone to the wrong place?"

Freshman B: "I saw some upperclassmen from the second and third years. We can't all go to the wrong place together."

Freshman A: "Who knows, maybe the course content has been updated?"

New student B: "Hey, look, look!"

Freshman A: "What are you looking at...? This, this is also a freshman?"

A young woman wearing a dark green dress entered through the door. Her long, dark hair was tied in a low ponytail and hung down her back. She wore no jewelry, yet she radiated a dazzling light.

She is like a lotus leaf and lotus flower in a pond, bringing a touch of coolness to the sweltering September weather.

The upperclassmen were excited, and the freshmen were stunned. The classroom was quiet for a moment, but then became noisy again.

Freshman C: "I've never seen him before, he must be an upperclassman?"

Newborn Ding: "My goodness, this is sooooo beautiful!"

Freshman C: "I'm so nervous, what should I do? I can't breathe!"

Freshman Ding: "Tch, nobody even knows who you are, what are you so nervous about!"

……

Lu Youyou couldn't help but chuckle when she saw the room full of people. Many familiar faces were there, especially Duan Mingjuan sitting at the very front.

"Introduction to Marine Science" is just a basic theoretical course, why are the senior students coming to join in?
Since she was a new teacher, the college didn't assign her anything too difficult. They wanted her to get used to it first, and if there were no problems, they would make changes next semester.

"Alright, let's begin the lesson."

As soon as Lu Youyou spoke, the classroom fell silent again.

The September mornings were devoid of coolness due to the lingering heat of late summer, but the clear, melodious sounds were like celestial music, allowing one to experience the feeling of tranquility and natural coolness.

Without exception, every new student's mind was filled with a sense of awe and wonder: This was their teacher?!
If I remember correctly, the instructor for "Introduction to Marine Science" was listed as Lu Youyou, with "Associate Professor" as the suffix.

So this fairy-like woman is an associate professor?!

They watched as Lu Youyou walked up to the podium and wrote her name on the blackboard, and they had no choice but to believe their eyes.

Perhaps everyone has fantasized about how beautiful their teacher would be, how hard they would study, and how their mother would never have to worry about their Chinese, math, or English again…

However, when a teacher who was more beautiful than anyone could imagine appeared, everyone could hardly hear what she was saying; their attention was entirely on her face.

However, Lu Youyou is no ordinary person, and this course can be said to be tailor-made for her.

Lu Youyou knows the future better than anyone else; no one understands the prospects of marine science and its direction for the next few decades better than her.

In other words, she is the most suitable person to make empty promises and guide people.

Students choosing a major nowadays is practically like being forced into an arranged marriage; they have no idea what they'll study or what they'll be able to do in the future.

At this point, simply reciting from the textbook is the worst approach; instead, painting a beautiful picture is the most appropriate thing to do, and it's what the freshmen most want to hear.

Even the older students who had long forgotten about the lesson were unknowingly immersed in the future described by Lu Youyou.

Duan Mingjuan listened intently. She had enjoyed many private lessons from her idol, but this was the first time she had received such a detailed and engaging lecture.

She remembered the lecture she had attended two years ago.

Lu Youyou once opened a door for her, and today's extremely basic introductory lesson has made her even more convinced that her choice was right.

The classroom was packed with dozens of people, but only Lu Youyou's voice could be heard.

So crowded, yet so quiet, the people in the classroom experienced the fastest 45 minutes of their lives.

When the bell rang, many people frowned instinctively; the abrupt sound was like an untimely intruder.

get out of class is over already? That was so fast!
"Okay, that concludes today's lesson. I've prepared a reading list for you all, which can help you understand this subject."

Duan Mingjuan, sitting nearby, noticed the book list, which was noticeably shorter, and chuckled softly, covering her mouth.

Despite its short length, it is still a very challenging task, but as long as you read it carefully, you will definitely benefit greatly. She is absolutely qualified to say that.

The book list that Lu Youyou handed over was snatched away by seven or eight hands.

"Ahem, Ms. Lu, I'm the class monitor, leave it to me," a boy wearing glasses said, standing up.

Lu Youyou smiled and gave it to him, saying, "Thank you for your hard work."

"It's not hard at all, it's not hard at all, what's so hard about it, hehe..."

The boy's face turned bright red, almost like a monkey's bottom. If it weren't for the high temperature, you could have seen steam rising from his head.

The whole room stared intently at Lu Youyou's departing figure, then peered out in unison to watch her go downstairs, before rushing to the corridor and clinging to the railing to look down.

"I still can't believe this is our teacher!"

"I feel like my face looks older than my teacher's!"

The freshmen were so curious that they mustered up their courage and asked the upperclassmen.

Someone gently nudged Duan Mingjuan from behind: "Senior, do you know how old Professor Lu is?"

"Around twenty-five or twenty-six?"

"My God! He's only five years older than me?!"

The age limit for the college entrance examination is now mostly no more than 25 years old, which means that Lu Youyou may only be less than a year older than some of the people here.

They've only just entered university, and they're already associate professors!
This event had just as much impact as Lu Youyou's good looks.

Compared to Lu Youyou, all the top students they had encountered throughout their lives—the top scorers in their grade, the top scorers in their county or city, and even the top scorers in their province—seemed insignificant.

Anyone who gets into Tsinghua University isn't a genius, but who dares to say they can achieve the same success by age 25?
The new students are now completely focused on their new teacher and are eager to learn more about her remarkable achievements.

Even though there are many confidential details that no one knows, the parts that have been revealed are already shocking enough.

It turns out that teaching at Tsinghua University at such a young age was just an ordinary thing in her life.

She holds two undergraduate degrees from Tsinghua University and two graduate degrees from Stanford University. Now she holds two associate professorships and is also supervising two national-level research projects!

Those who came to audit the class left in a stream, and the remaining freshmen were still immersed in the shock until the end of the second class. At noon, the class monitor was besieged by the whole class, but he withstood the pressure and only took out a copied reading list, explaining that he had to return the originals to Teacher Lu.

Unfortunately, his little scheme was ruthlessly exposed. You say you want to return it? Fine, everyone will go with you to return it. We absolutely cannot let you secretly keep it for yourself!
The class monitor was dragged to the office building with tears in his eyes, but he didn't see Lu Youyou. Duan Mingjuan helped collect the book list.

Only then did everyone realize that the senior student who sat at the front that day was actually an "insider," and their gazes towards Duan Mingjuan changed instantly.

"Introduction to Marine Science" is just an introductory course with a limited curriculum, but it has become the most anticipated course for everyone.

The number of students in each subsequent class did not decrease; in fact, it seemed to be increasing. Not only were there upperclassmen, but students from other departments also came to join in the fun.

Therefore, the college specially changed Lu Youyou's classroom to a lecture hall; otherwise, the students' suggestions would keep coming in, and the teachers in the academic affairs office would be afraid.

Many faculty members are paying attention to Lu Youyou's situation. Many people don't say it out loud, but they are wondering in their hearts if it's just a publicity stunt.
There are teachers who are popular with students, but Lu Youyou holds multiple positions, and frankly, not many people think she can do everything well.

It would be incredible if they could barely manage to teach two departments' courses and achieve some minor successes in the project.

As a result, one winter and one spring passed, and Lu Youyou submitted two reports in succession before the summer vacation, and the whole campus was once again in an uproar because of her.

This time, reporters came again, chasing the hot topic, but the school only gave one answer—Professor Lu is on vacation.

In fact, Lu Youyou did rest at home for a few days before being summoned to the airport by Song Yunqing's overseas phone call.

Miss Song had finally waited for summer vacation and was preparing for a two-month in-depth tour of China.

When Lu Youyou arrived at the airport, she realized that not only Song Yunqing had come, but also Lawrence.

"Lu, it's been a long time!"

Lawrence seemed unchanged, still wearing the same white shirt and casual trousers, with the cuffs casually rolled up and casual leather shoes on his feet.

"Long time no see!" Lu Youyou joked, looking at the suited elites filing out behind him. "These aren't all your bodyguards, are they?"

Lawrence smiled and said, "Someone from my family came to inspect the place; I was just hitching a ride."

Lu Youyou raised an eyebrow slightly. Was the Rockefeller family coming to China to investigate the investment environment?

She had only heard that the Rockefeller Foundation donated to Peking Union Medical College in the early 20th century, but she didn't know whether they had invested in China in the 80s.

On the other side, Song Yunqing had already clung to Lu Youyou, saying, "Hehe, actually I'm the one who hitched a ride!"

While in the United States, Song Yunqing had met Lawrence a few times because he often drove Lu Youyou to and from the lab.

I met her at a banquet held at Stanford a while ago, and we talked about Lu Youyou. That's when we found out that we both had plans to go to China.

Since Rockefeller's delegation needed to charter a plane, Lawrence took the opportunity to invite Song Yunqing to come along.

Lu Youyou asked Lawrence, "Aren't you going to go with them?"

Seeing Lu Youyou looking at the group of people who were exchanging pleasantries with the Chinese reception staff, Lawrence smiled and shook his head.

“I really was just hitchhiking; I never concern myself with my family matters.”

In some ways, Lawrence and Song Yunqing are quite similar.

The rich second generation doesn't need to worry about the family business and can focus on doing what they like, no wonder the two get along so well.

Song Yunqing showed no signs of fatigue from the long journey and swung her arm.

"Let's go, let's go! I can't wait any longer! I want to eat Peking duck, a whole one!!"

Lu Youyou looked at Lawrence, who seemed out of place with his surroundings. He was already full of anticipation. Could she possibly leave him behind?
"Let's go together, I'll treat you to some authentic Chinese food."

Lawrence flashed eight teeth, and with his golden-brown hair, he looked more dazzling than the sun.

At this time, it's rare to see many foreigners even at the airport, let alone their group, which is quite eye-catching.

Lu Youyou never lacks attention, Song Yunqing is 175cm tall with a head of gray hair, and Lawrence has blonde hair with double bangs. Wherever the three of them stand, they are a sight to behold.

In 84, the TV series "Blood Clotting" was introduced to China and became a sensation after it aired. The three of them together were even more attractive than on TV.

As they walked out, the onlookers wanted to get closer but dared not get too close, creating the effect of "welcoming them from all sides".

Song Yunqing was stunned by the stares; she hadn't been stared at like this the last time she came!

Lawrence instinctively spread his arms to protect the two ladies, and could only keep smiling in the face of curious eyes from all directions.

After escaping the encirclement, he breathed a sigh of relief: "The people of your country are so hospitable!"

Lu Youyou almost burst out laughing. Only if Lawrence dared to appear alone on the street, in the park, or in the market could he truly understand what genuine passion was.

"Wow, you bought a car?" Song Yunqing exclaimed in surprise.

She knows a little about China; isn't it said that private individuals can't buy cars?
Lu Youyou opened the door of a white Santana and casually said, "My mom bought it."

This year, China just promulgated relevant regulations allowing private individuals to purchase cars, and Lin Nanxing immediately bought a Santana.

This Chinese version of the Santana, successfully assembled by the Shanghai Automobile Factory in 83, can be considered a legendary car.

Lu Youyou had never touched this in her past life, but she never expected to become one of the first customers of this amazing car in this life.

It was Lawrence's first time in China, and everything he saw was fascinating, even the desolate wilderness outside the airport.

Once they arrived in the city, not only Lawrence, but also Song Yunqing were captivated by the scenery outside the window.

Their return journey coincided with the evening rush hour, a time when the "strength" of a populous nation could truly be demonstrated.

Buses came one after another, bicycles squeezed through every available space on the road, and everywhere you looked there were people.

Song Yunqing hadn't encountered rush hour traffic on her last visit, and she had a private car and driver, so she had never seen such a lively scene before.

Lawrence's entire impression of China came from Lu Youyou; after arriving, he realized she was far more extraordinary than he had ever imagined.

Lawrence looked away and unconsciously glanced at the driver's seat. After a long while, before Lu Youyou noticed, he turned to look out the window.

Although Song Yunqing was focused on eating roast duck, she couldn't help but swallow her saliva when she passed by Donglaishun.

"Can we go out for a late-night snack after dinner? I'd like to have hot pot with lamb..."

"I doubt it will work; the restaurants here don't stay open that late."

"Alright then, we'll eat it tomorrow."

"What is hot pot lamb?" Lawrence asked.

He had tried many Chinese dishes that year, but he had never eaten this before.

Without Lu Youyou even having to speak, Song Yunqing had already used extremely detailed descriptions and gestures to make the Americans understand what old Beijing copper pot hot pot was.

(End of this chapter)