Official title: Refused to stay at the university, started his career in a rural town.

An executive deputy county head came to Handong University to discuss industrial planning with Huaqi's vice president. This boldness and foresight are why Professor Sun mentioned "that kid has something" several times on the phone.

"I personally think the conditions you mentioned, junior brother, are reasonable." Zhao Zhenhua put down his teacup and turned to look at Su Huaishan.

"Professor Su, I think these conditions are fine. My junior colleague's suggestion is very practical. If the school has no other objections, I will fly back this afternoon to report to President Ren in detail and try to send a professional team to inspect and sign the contract next week."

Su Huaishan put down his teacup and waved his hand.

"I'm fine with it. Training talent to serve the country is what matters, isn't it? As long as it's for the betterment of the country, it doesn't matter where we are or who we cooperate with."

"Huaqi is willing to provide funding and personnel, and we at Handa will focus on conducting solid research and educating our students well. This is a mutually beneficial arrangement, and it also benefits the country."

Zhao Zhenhua stood up and extended his hand. "Thank you, Professor Su, thank you, Professor Sun, thank you, junior brother. Then I won't take up any more time. My flight is this afternoon; I'll get back and finalize things as soon as possible."

Zhao Zhenhua shook hands with the two teachers, and when he got to Yang Fan, he said a few words.

"With a brain like yours, it's a shame you're not working in a company."

"Senior brother, you're too kind." Yang Fan smiled. "As a grassroots cadre, I'm content with doing my best for the people."

After Zhao Zhenhua left, Yang Fan sat in Su Huaishan's office for a while longer. Sun Jiapei put away the draft cooperation framework, muttering to himself how quickly Huaqi reacted.

"This kind of corporate dynamism is far superior to that of our school," Sun Jiapei remarked. "While we're still discussing feasibility studies, they've already completed their plans, taking care of everything from personnel to goods. No wonder Huaqi has developed so rapidly in recent years."

As Yang Fan listened to Sun Jiapei's words, his thoughts wandered further.

Huaqi's move is not just about positioning itself in the PHS (Personal Handyphone System) market—it represents a huge strategic opportunity.

The PHS (Personal Handyphone System) technology originated in Japan, with exorbitant patent fees, and it also has significant shortcomings in operator and base station equipment.

However, if Huaqi can keep up with the development of PHS (Personal Handyphone System) in a short period of time and develop its own patents, it can not only win huge commercial benefits for itself, but also lay a solid foundation for the entire domestic communications industry.

Years or even decades from now, when the era of mobile phones and smartphones arrives and the competition for 5G standards intensifies, the patents that Huaqi holds will be the foundation for its ability to compete with international giants.

Handong University will also be able to build a strong research force in the field of communication technology through this collaboration.

"Professor Sun, about the Huaqi Class that Senior Brother Zhao just mentioned—" Yang Fan turned to Sun Jiapei.

"I think the school can try to get more resources allocated to it. The Department of Electronic Science and Technology has a weak foundation, but as long as it has enough excellent students and mentors with practical experience, it can quickly make a name for itself. Huaqi can send senior researchers. If these people can also supervise graduate students part-time, it will be of great help to the students' growth."

"You little rascal, you're eyeing my business again," Sun Jiapei chuckled. "But you're right. This collaboration is indeed a rare opportunity for the Department of Electronic Science and Technology. I'll discuss it with a few old friends in the department later, and see how to make the Huaqi Class unique and renowned throughout the country!"

"Teacher, if the students have nothing else to do, they can leave now!"

Seeing that the matter had been discussed and the conversation had ended, Su Huaishan and Sun Jiapei started chatting. Thinking about Yang Fan, who was currently very busy, Su Huaishan hurriedly wanted to go back and continue to inspect several county-owned enterprises, to see if any could be closed down, and to merge or increase investment in those that were valuable.

I've been having a headache over this lately.

"Wait, don't go yet!"

Seeing that Yang Fan always came to the school, freeloaded, and then left immediately, Su Huaishan immediately called him over.

If we speak up any later, this kid might have already slipped out of the office building.

"Huh? What's wrong, teacher?"

Having gotten so many freebies from the old man, and with the old man still quite happy, Yang Fan decided to seize the opportunity and directly address him as "teacher."

"Hmph, you just used us old men and ran away, and now I can't use you anymore?"

Su Huaishan feigned displeasure and said.

"No, no, I wouldn't dare."

Yang Fan, grinning, didn't believe that the old man would stop him for no reason.

"How old are you?"

"Huh? You're 29 already!"

"A 29-year-old executive deputy county head, still single? Are you going to stay in this position and remain single for the rest of your life?"

Su Huaishan's words startled Yang Fan. Yes, it seems like it's time to find a wife.

My age and position have made it clear that I must find a wife as soon as possible.

But isn't this too hasty? What if we meet someone better later?

"We have a new lecturer at our school named Gu Xiaoqian. She's beautiful and well-mannered. Her family is also involved in politics; her father is the deputy director of the education bureau in Lincheng, and her mother is a middle school teacher. She's a great person. I'll go meet her this afternoon and ask her out for dinner tonight!"

"Wait, isn't this a bit too fast? I'm already making dinner plans? I haven't even told my parents yet!"

Upon hearing that he would have to go on a blind date right after lunch, Yang Fan felt a sense of unease.

No, marriage is such a big deal, but coming from your mouth, it sounds like you're joking around.

"What's the rush? Since you call me teacher, I have to keep a close eye on you!"

Su Huaishan smiled, seemingly pleased that Yang Fan had just uttered the word "teacher" from the bottom of his heart, and continued.

"According to your current thinking, we only met for the first time after entering the bridal chamber, and I haven't heard of either of us being unhappy!"

Yang Fan felt helpless and wanted to retort, but what the other person said was true.

Especially for people of their generation, although they didn't have a dating process, they all stayed together until old age.

"Teacher, then, this..."

Blind dates! Yang Fan, who is over 50 years old and still playing solo, felt a sense of bewilderment welling up from the bottom of his heart.

Also, isn't this time too rushed? I haven't even changed into a nice outfit yet! This is too much of a rush!

"Stop with the 'this' and 'that'! I heard you're quite efficient in handling affairs in the county! Show that same drive!"

As he spoke, Su Huaishan took a card out of the drawer and slapped it on the table.

"They say it's a famous Western restaurant in Jingzhou. My nephew invited me to try it during the New Year, but I'm not going. I can't afford that kind of treat. Why don't you take Teacher Gu and try it for me?"

Yang Fan was about to refuse, saying that he was not short of money.

"I know you're not short of money, and I don't need this stuff anyway. What if the restaurant goes out of business someday? Go ahead!"

Su Huaishan waved his hand.

"Go ahead, Yang Fan. Professor Gu is a professor in our Electronic Engineering department. I've met him; he's a good person!"

Sun Jiapei watched with a smile as a dignified executive deputy county head was forced into marriage.

He had never seen anything like it in his entire life.