The result was obvious: Zhang Tianxing won, and Zhang Dalong lost.
Zhang Tianxing’s overwhelming victory secured him the position of Vice Minister of the External Liaison Department, much to the applause of many. The students cheered,
Rich men are truly handsome, donating seven thousand yuan without batting an eye.
This was equivalent to an ordinary family's annual income. It could only be said that Zhang Tianxing was incredibly, inhumanely wealthy.
Ma Xiaojun said irritably, “The External Liaison Department is managed by Vice President Zuo Lili. Your tasks will be assigned by Vice President Zuo Lili. Just remember to complete them on time.”
After Ma Xiaojun left, Zuo Lili extended her delicate hand to Zhang Tianxing, “Welcome to the External Liaison Department. I am Zuo Lili. We will cooperate closely in the future.” This patron was a valuable asset for her. Zuo Lili thought highly of Zhang Tianxing.
This senior sister is so generous. Zhang Tianxing grasped her small hand tightly, “No problem. Just tell me what you need, and I guarantee to complete the task.”
Having just joined the student union, it was best to keep a low profile. Everyone here was shrewd, and it would be wise to avoid any potential troubles.
In reality, was Zhang Tianxing being low-key at all? Not in the slightest.
The sponsorship fee for a typical party was only around three thousand yuan. Once the President, Vice President, Minister, and Vice Minister claimed their responsibilities, the sponsorship task was actually quite easy to complete.
It was just that everyone hadn’t expected Zhang Tianxing to be so extravagant.
Zuo Lili tilted her head, looking at Zhang Tianxing. This handsome junior seemed to be the one making a loss this time.
“Is your six thousand yuan confirmed? When will it arrive?” Zuo Lili was usually easygoing, but when it came to money, she was extremely serious.
Money was no small matter; one could not let this trivial sum jeopardize their future.
A man of his word, once he spits, he’ll leave a pit. This was certainly not a problem.
Zhang Tianxing smiled and nodded, “No problem. However, I have eight banners that need to be hung. Is that okay?”
This was an unwritten convention. After securing sponsorship, at the very least, some promotion should be provided to the sponsor.
This was basic professional ethics. Without promotion, no businesses would engage with them in the future. They were all experienced players; no one was foolish.
When Zuo Lili heard this, she realized Zhang Tianxing already had plans. Fine, she understood.
In any case, it wasn’t her money being lost. Once Zhang Tianxing completed all the tasks himself, everyone else could relax for a few days, free from the worry of sponsorship.
Zhang Dalong trailed behind Ma Xiaojun, “Brother Jun, I’m not convinced. Zhang Tianxing only offered a thousand yuan more and snatched the Vice Minister position. You must find a way to dismiss Zhang Tianxing. We are brothers, after all.”
Ma Xiaojun listened to Zhang Dalong’s complaints with annoyance. He suddenly turned back and kicked Zhang Dalong to the ground, “Enough with your whining. Instead of wasting time here, think about how to perform better next time. What else can I do? No one is blind. Whoever offers more money gets the position. I proposed this. Zhang Tianxing offered more money; do you think I would let you have it instead of him? If you want the position, offer more money. Get lost, your face irritates me!”
After speaking, Ma Xiaojun was so angry he couldn't contain himself. Ever since he met Zhang Tianxing, he felt things weren't going smoothly.
Upon returning, he would find someone to thoroughly investigate Zhang Tianxing’s background. The crayfish association was well-known on television.
But what on earth was that Tianxing Network Company? Was Zhang Tianxing truly an illegitimate son of some prominent family?
In this era, could one truly start from scratch? Zhang Tianxing's story was simply astonishing.
This was clearly the kind of legendary story that only heirs of top families would have, yet it was unfolding with Zhang Tianxing.
After Ma Xiaojun left, Zhang Dalong slowly got up from the ground. Everyone is bullying me. Why is this world so difficult?
This university life is not the university life I wanted. Mom, I want to go home. I want a big sister to comfort my bruised soul.
Zhang Dalong, with his wounded heart, could only go out to drown his sorrows alone. He had never felt so humiliated in his life.
He never imagined that five thousand yuan wasn't enough to secure a position as Vice Minister of the External Liaison Department. For the first time, Zhang Dalong deeply doubted the saying that money is omnipotent.
No, I must go out and vent. I need to see if money is truly omnipotent. The belief I've held since childhood must not be shaken.
Zhang Dalong’s figure left the campus alone. He hailed a taxi towards the city center.
When Zhang Tianxing returned to the dormitory, his classmates from Class 2 of the Materials Science department had all gathered in Dorm 156.
“Boss, we never imagined you would be the first in our class to become a Vice Minister in the student union.”
“I’ve used my Heavenly Eye to observe you, Boss. You are truly a dragon among men. A mere Vice Minister is nothing. Your next step should be to become the President.”
“That’s right, Boss. When you’re rich, don’t forget us!”
Zhang Tianxing saw the lively crowd, “You bunch of hooligans, you have nothing better to do, right? If you want to eat, it’s no problem. We have our family’s restaurant. Come on, we have a few decks of cards here. Let’s play until dawn.”
“Come on, I’ve waited for ages. Three are here, one missing. Don’t run, we’re waiting for you.”
Under Zhang Tianxing's enticement, the male dormitory began its pleasant entertainment.
Zhang Tianxing distributed cigarettes, and everyone started puffing away.
“Ah, this student union is nothing much. The External Liaison Department sounds good, but it’s really just a begging department.”
“Boss, how much did you beg for this time?”
“Pfft, beg for what? All the profits from the company were invested in the party.”
“Brother San, isn’t that a bit not worth it? It’s several thousand yuan, enough for a new computer.”
Their faces were filled with regret. Dou Ming wanted to say something, but he realized he was holding Zhang Tianxing’s cards and smoking Zhang Tianxing’s cigarettes.
How good it would be if this money were distributed among us, was the unspoken thought of many. But they couldn't say it. Zhang Tianxing wouldn’t distribute the money to them individually.
However, this incident earned Zhang Tianxing a prominent nickname: the "Money-Scattering Child."
Regardless, Zhang Tianxing was now a notable figure on campus.
Zhang Tianxing’s willingness to spend money was also well-considered. He wasn't power-hungry and had a clear understanding of his own positioning.
He just wanted to be a landlord, though the number of properties he desired might be a bit excessive.
Plans can't keep up with changes. As Zhang Tianxing so conspicuously provided sponsorship, he also had an idea: to target the graduates of Zhonghai University.
Tianxing Network Company was currently just a makeshift organization. Zhang Tianxing wanted to make a name for himself in the internet industry.
It was difficult to recruit internet elites now. This was the first time Zhang Tianxing was acting in the name of Tianxing Network Company.
If he could attract some of Zhonghai University’s outstanding graduates, that would be ideal. Now, everything was ready; only talent was missing.
What was most lacking in the 21st century? It was talent. With talent, there would be infinite possibilities.
Zhang Tianxing said to his good friend Zhu Dayong, “Dayong, while you’re in university, build a solid foundation. Don’t just wander around the barbecue shop aimlessly. Spend more time at the network company and look towards the future. I don’t want you to end up as a cook later on.”
This was his good brother. To train him as a cook would be a terrible waste and pity.