Chapter 1800: 1800: Profound Affection

Chapter 1800: Chapter 1800: Profound Affection

After the special report meeting ended, Luo Ziling rarely returned to the dormitory.

He had already anticipated that his return would cause a stir, but the enthusiasm from the students in the boys’ dormitory building still caught him by surprise. He wore sunglasses and a hat, but was still recognized immediately.

As soon as he walked up the stairs, he was surrounded by a few people.

By the time he reached the third floor where they lived, there was already a large crowd around him.

Although Luo Ziling was agile, he still couldn’t struggle out of their encirclement.

Later, Cao Jianhui, Li Fuming, and Wu Longjiang came to the rescue, but it was of no use.

Fortunately, the students were quite well-mannered and only asked Luo Ziling to take photos with them and sign autographs so they could show off on their social networks.

Luo Ziling fulfilled their requests one by one and sincerely asked them not to treat him as a spectacle, saying he was just an ordinary student living on campus like the rest, and if they didn’t treat him that way, he wouldn’t be able to stay on.

It took him half an hour to return to his dorm room, but inside and outside it was also filled with many people.

Many young girls, after hearing the news, had also rushed over to the boys’ dormitory building.

Ultimately, the school’s security department deployed many security personnel to persuade these students to leave.

“Boss, you’re no longer an ordinary student now,” Cao Jianhui said with a sly grin as he sat opposite Luo Ziling, teasing, “While we hope you come back often to sleep, we also know that if you do, this entire dormitory building is bound to be chaotic.”

“So you guys want to kick me out?” Luo Ziling looked at Cao Jianhui speechlessly, “In your three’s eyes, am I already an unwelcome person?”

“That’s not it, you’re too popular! But if this happens every time you come back, the school would be in chaos. You should stay at home and only come occasionally. Everyone gets thrilled when you do, don’t worry, your bed will remain untouched, and one day you can sneak back in and sleep here without anyone knowing.” Cao Jianhui continued his playful teasing.

“Alright, since I’m not welcome, I’ll leave now,” Luo Ziling said, standing up with a look of grievance, ready to leave.

Of course, the three of them immediately rushed over, hugging him and not letting him go.

Finally, after taking a few very friendly photos with Luo Ziling, they let him leave.

Leaving the boys’ dormitory and getting into the car, Luo Ziling couldn’t help but wonder if he was still considered a student. His academic experience really didn’t seem like that of a typical student.

Just as he was about to leave the campus, Luo Ziling received a call from Dean Wu Mingyun of the medical college.

Wu Mingyun invited Luo Ziling over for tea.

Knowing that Wu Mingyun had something to discuss, Luo Ziling agreed.

Following Wu Mingyun’s instructions, he arrived at a tearoom near the school where he saw Wu Mingyun and another man sitting there. Recognizing the other man’s appearance, Luo Ziling also recognized him.

It was actually Yan University’s Principal Li Jinghui.

Yan University has many colleges, and the principal oversees all of them; for most students, college deans are considered high-status figures, let alone the principal.

The principal of Yan University is a vice-ministerial-level official and can later become a provincial deputy or even a principal leader.

Under normal circumstances, meeting a principal or even a dean is difficult for students, let alone having the principal come to see them personally.

Luo Ziling was more fortunate than most students. Not only did Wu Mingyun often seek him out, but now even the principal came to see him.

“Principal Li, Dean Wu, what do you need from me today,” Luo Ziling said with a wry smile after greeting them, “Are you going to educate me for being an unqualified student in your eyes?”

Luo Ziling was only joking. Seeing the two mature men sitting there so seriously waiting for him, he couldn’t help but make a jest.

Never having known what stage fright was, Luo Ziling admired himself for it.

All his life, he had only a few opportunities to engage with society and was supposed to be a very introverted young man.

But he was only superficially introverted; internally, he was fearless of anything.

This kind of self-confidence must have some innate factors, possibly inherited from Ling Ruonan.

As for the acquired factors, it was all from what his grandfather taught him.

His experiences gave him the right to look down on others. After everything that happened in Yanjing, he wasn’t afraid of facing figures that were highly regarded by others.

Even at Ling Jinhua’s ninetieth birthday banquet, he dared to make a scene, dared to face off with Yang Yuanshan and Ling Mingrui, and argue with Ling Zhengping and Yang Yunlin face to face—what else was there to fear?

Apparently not.

“Old Wu, I told you, this kid won’t take us seriously when he sees us, he’s used to the big scenes,” Li Jinghui pointed at Luo Ziling, laughing, “There’s definitely no one else like him among our students.”

Wu Mingyun took the opportunity to joke, “Principal, shouldn’t I be praised for having a keen eye to spot such talent? Look, because of my bold decision to include him in the delegation, things turned out so impressively. You should reward me properly for this.”

Li Jinghui burst out laughing, followed by Wu Mingyun.

Only Luo Ziling was filled with disdain.

These two mature men shamelessly took credit for his achievements.

“Ziling, today the principal and I invited you here to discuss something,” said Wu Mingyun, after calming down his laughter and pointing to Li Jinghui, “Principal Li thinks that having someone as renowned as you at our school is quite extraordinary. So, he wants to put you forth as our image ambassador. This means featuring you on the school’s public billboards and website, and including you in the school’s hall of fame. Also, they want to put your picture on the cover of the admission letters.”

“This year’s admission letters might include the images of you and Luo Yuqing on the cover as a way to promote the school’s image,” Li Jinghui continued Wu Mingyun’s words, now with a slightly more serious tone, “However, you are now also a public figure, which is why Dean Wu and I asked you here today to gather your thoughts.”

“Thank you for your support, Principal Li and Dean Wu,” Luo Ziling was quite surprised and delighted; he agreed without much thought, “Since Principal Li and Dean Wu believe I can represent the school’s image, I’d be happy to be Yan University’s image ambassador and participate in promotional activities. It’s just, when I inevitably make a mistake, please don’t think I’m tarnishing the school’s reputation.”

“I trust that you have the awareness of a public figure,” Li Jinghui chuckled, “Then it’s settled.”

“I won’t bring up anything about compensation,” Luo Ziling threw in a joke.

“Haha, the school will compensate you,” Li Jinghui laughed before gathering his composure, “Dean Wu suggested applying to the Health and Family Planning Commission for a national laboratory related to traditional medicine. We wonder if you’re interested in participating?”

Li Jinghui’s words made Luo Ziling’s heart skip a beat.