Reborn Bao Guowei, I really didn’t want to be a great writer!

Chapter 468: An upright economist? Mr. Ma Yinchu!
"Who is this old man? Why is he competing with us students?"

Noting the poor appearance of the old man in the long gown, some people couldn't help but make dissatisfied comments.

But the old man didn't care at all. He was wearing a pair of old black-framed glasses, and after receiving the brand new copy of "Island Economics" from the salesperson, a sincere smile appeared on his face.

I couldn't help but mutter to myself, "Bao Bingwen, Bao Bingwen, it takes so much effort to read one of your books.

When you arrive in Jinling, I will definitely ask you to entertain me well."

Some students around couldn't help but show sarcastic expressions when they heard the old man talking to himself.

"Who is this old man? He brags without thinking. Who is Bao Bingwen now? His status is so high that even the British have to respect him.

This person actually kept saying that he wanted Bao Bingwen to entertain him?"

Everyone was talking about it, but the old man didn't care. He just walked out the door.

When the old man walked out of the bookstore, someone finally recognized him.

A student from Jinling University pointed at the old man's back as he left and said in surprise.

"This gentleman seems to be our economics department professor, Mr. Ma Yinchu!"

"Who is Ma Yinchu? I've never heard of him. Is there such a person in Jinling University? Can he be a university professor?"

"Don't you know Ma Yinchu? He is the president of the National Government's Finance and Economics Association and the president of the Huaxia Economic Society. He teaches not only at Jinling University, but also at various universities such as Jiaotong University, Soochow University, and Zhijiang University.

He can be said to be a leading figure in domestic economics!"

"I understand the logic, but if the other party is really such a powerful person, why would he come to steal Xiaodao Economics?"

"I don't know about that. I heard that this gentleman is very simple in his daily life."

"But speaking of it, if even a professor like Ma Yinchu likes "Small Island Economics", then the argument that this book is a 'reading for the illiterate' can be put to rest."

On the way back to the school dormitory.

Ma Yinchu walked forward with his head down, munching on a piece of steamed cake and holding the book "Small Island Economics" in his hand.

It was as if it had eyes on its forehead and was able to easily avoid the oncoming crowd.

People passing by couldn't help but turn around to look at this strange old man out of curiosity. The brand new book in his hand and his shabby clothes formed a sharp contrast.

In fact, it’s not surprising that others didn’t recognize Ma Yinchu. The main reason was that he was too plain.

He held many positions, including member of the Zhijiang National Government Committee, President of the National Government Economic Association, and teaching positions at various universities.

Logically speaking, Ma Yinchu was not a person who was short of money.

But only Ma Yinchu himself knew that he lived frugally every day and saved all kinds of allowances and salaries not for his own enjoyment, but for more meaningful things.

Apart from this, clothes have become the least important thing.

In his daily life, he relied on the school cafeteria for food, and most of his income was used to buy books.

All the way to the campus of Jinling University, the guards at the gate were already accustomed to this gentleman and had no intention of stopping him, allowing Ma Yinchu to walk forward with his head down reading.

On the way, if some students recognized this gentleman, they would consciously make way for him so as not to disturb him and allow him to return to his dormitory smoothly.

It can be said that every student from Jinling University made an indispensable contribution to Ma Yinchu’s smooth arrival at his office.

"This book is interesting and original. It uses the fable of a small island to explain the principles of economics. It is hard to stop reading!"

"Oh my, the book says that economic development depends on the improvement of productivity. If productivity cannot be improved, then consumption is like water without a source and a tree without roots, and there will be no economic prosperity!"

"It is most important for the government to develop productivity now. Only with productivity can we achieve prosperity. Song Ziwen, Chiang Kai-shek and others are still engaged in finance. It is simply nonsense!"

Hearing Professor Ma Yinchu cursing the Kuomintang government as he walked, some students immediately quickened their pace and ran away from him.

Professor Ma Yinchu was able to remain safe and sound by saying these words, but if anyone else were to be contaminated by them, they would be doomed and might even disappear from the face of the earth, only to appear in an underground prison of the Kuomintang government the next moment.

Students all know that Professor Ma Yinchu has always been known for his integrity.

As the president of the Economic Society, he once openly opposed the Kuomintang government, criticized its economic policies, and especially sneered at the actions of the "Four Major Families."

This of course also caused him a lot of trouble.

However, in the face of such pressure, he still stood firm in his views and said.

"I, Ma Yinchu, have limited abilities, but the nation is in danger. Even if I know I am outnumbered, I will go out alone to fight until I die. I will never surrender to critics who only use force to suppress others and not reason to convince them!"

This is enough to show the character of this gentleman.

Fortunately, it is now the 20th year of the Republic of China, and Chiang Kai-shek is still struggling with the entanglement of various domestic forces. He has no time and no way to take action against this gentleman.

Ma Yinchu was a person who loved sports. Although he was nearly fifty years old, he was still as agile as a young man.

As early as when he was studying in the United States, he has always insisted on taking cold showers and climbing mountains as an exercise, and he has continued to do so until now.

Even in the winter in Jinling City, Ma Yinchu was only wearing a thin long gown and did not feel the cold at all.

Compared with the young students around him who were wrapped themselves tightly and shivering with cold, this gentleman stood out.

Just as I arrived at the office, a voice came from the side.

"Mr. Yinchu, you bought "Island Economics", can you let me take a look at it?"

"You..." Ma Yinchu was a very direct person. He had just bought the book and a blind person came to borrow it. It was really annoying. But when he looked up and wanted to curse, he saw a familiar face and couldn't open his mouth. "So it's Yiqiao?"

The person who came into the office was the newly appointed Dean of the School of Engineering of Jinling University, Gu Yuxiu, also known by the pen name Yiqiao.

Gu Yuxiu is very young. She just started studying for a PhD in electrical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology two years ago. After completing her studies, she immediately returned to her homeland.

Last year, Gu Yuxiu, who was only 28 years old, established the first aviation research institute for China and expressed her views.

"We need to resist foreign aggression, we need guns, ammunition, airplanes, transportation facilities, and food supplies, all of which depend on the ability of engineers."

It can be said that Gu Yuxiu is the most authoritative expert and scholar in the field of electrical engineering in China today.

But, this gentleman also reads "Small Island Economics"?
"Why, Brother Yiqiao is also reading this book?"

Ma Yinchu was still very respectful to Gu Yuxiu.

Both of them studied in the United States, and after completing their studies, they resolutely returned to their homeland to contribute to their country and nation which were suffering from great disasters.

In Ma Yinchu's view, those scholars who went abroad to study with government subsidies and refused to return home after completing their studies were not worthy of being called Chinese.

You could even say he's a thief.

But back to this book, would Gu Yuxiu, a top student at MIT, actually read "Island Economics"?

For him, isn't it a little too simple?

Gu Yuxiu saw the other party's doubts and said jokingly with a smile.

"Mr. Yinchu also read this book. You are an expert in economics!"

Ma Yinchu waved his hand and said, "I am just a Columbia University graduate, not worth mentioning. Economics is an elective course."

This is true. When Ma Yinchu was studying in the United States, he first studied for a Bachelor of Arts at Yale University, and then studied for a Master of Arts and a Doctor of Philosophy at Columbia University.

As for why he taught economics after returning to China.

It can still be said in one sentence: literature and philosophy cannot save China~
However, when Gu Yuxiu heard this, the expression on her face was very interesting.

I didn't know whether to cry or laugh, and the situation became very awkward for a moment.

This is understandable. When an authoritative expert in a related field in China says that he is only taking an elective course in this field, it is really difficult for others to react.

After a long time, Gu Yuxiu finally asked.

"What do you think of this book, sir?" "Have you read it?"

"I have read some of it, but not the whole thing. That's why I want to borrow your book."

"Wait until I finish my research. Come back to me next week."

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Faced with Mr. Ma Yinchu's ruthless rejection, Gu Yuxiu could only use silence to ease the embarrassment.

After a while, he asked again with great interest.

"What do you think of this book, sir? Or, what do you think of Bao Bingwen? Is he professional in economics?"

When Gu Yuxiu mentioned Bao Guowei, she smiled and continued, "In my opinion, this is a very legendary young man. He has dabbled in various fields, but he can always solve problems at the cutting edge.

To say something unscientific, I really doubt that he was sent by God to save China.

If I have the chance, I will definitely go to him to learn more about motors. Who knows, I might learn something from him.”

At this time, Ma Yinchu finally took his head out of the book and said with his eyes narrowed.

"These are three issues, and the current situation cannot be solved by one person alone. Yiqiao, you shouldn't have these unrealistic fantasies."

Gu Yuxiu's mouth twitched. Mr. Ma Yinchu was really too straightforward.

However, he was also used to the other party's way of speaking, and for Ma Yinchu, human relationships were too low-level.

He said sincerely: "When I was in the United States, I read some economics books such as The Wealth of Nations, so I am not an outsider in the economics field.

But when I read Bao Bingwen’s economic theories, I always feel that they are a bit strange.

But he still got the approval of the British, and the British are not stupid, so I really want to know what you think, sir."

Ma Yinchu became serious and nodded, as if he agreed with Gu Yuxiu's question.

He thought for a moment and said.

"I will answer your questions one by one.

First of all, this is a good book. It can be said to be the best popular book in the field of economics so far.

No one who can write the story of the island understands economics as well as Bao Bingwen.

Those who are proficient in economics do not have the storytelling skills of Bao Bingwen to write such fascinating and professional articles! "

Ma Yinchu paused and continued.

"Secondly, I have never met Bao Bingwen, so I cannot make an evaluation of him. But judging from the stories that have been passed down, he is someone I would like to get to know and become friends with."

"Finally, Bao Bingwen has been recognized by British economist John Keynes. I think in the field of economics, this gentleman is much more authoritative than me!"

After patiently listening to Ma Yinchu's answer, Gu Yuxiu took a deep breath. He could already feel the other party's love for this work.

In other words, those who could earn such an evaluation from Mr. Ma Yinchu were already people he admired extremely.

Gu Yuxiu cast her eyes on the book in Ma Yinchu's hand and couldn't help but sigh.

“I can already imagine how much impact this book will have in China.

This is a work that enlightens people’s wisdom!”

After seeing Ma Yinchu's reaction, Gu Yuxiu realized that he was actually wrong.

I have always been struggling with the professionalism and academic nature of "Small Island Economics".

But their "battlefield" is not here at all.

The real audience of "Small Island Economics" is the vast number of readers who do not have a high level of education but can understand words.

If we could make these groups read and understand economics.

Its influence will far exceed that of publishing a few academic papers.

Moreover, even economists like Keynes and Ma Yinchu could gain some new understanding of economics from this book.

This is enough to show the value of this book.

He looked at the book again. In the foreseeable future, this book will continue to be passed down, right?

It has become an indelible work in the field of economics in Chinese history.

Just like "The Wealth of Nations".

At this time, Ma Yinchu seemed to have finished reading the book and began to stand up and look around for something.

Gu Yuxiu asked with a puzzled look on her face: "Sir, what are you looking for?"

Ma Yinchu said anxiously: "Help me find the typewriter quickly. I don't know where I put it.

I will draft a manuscript for the National Government and ask that old man Chiang Kai-shek to look for Bao Bingwen.

How can we not use such talents?

I heard that he is going to Peking University. What's so good about Peking University? It's not as good as our Jinling University. It would be better for him to come to Jinling University!

I want to have a good discussion with him!"

Gu Yuxiu: “.”

Southern Jiangxi.

In a courtyard in the mountains.

"Hey! Middle-parted hair! Come out! Look what good stuff I brought back!"

Wei Junming was wearing a gray coarse cloth Zhongshan suit-style military uniform, an octagonal hat, and tight leggings around his calves.

He was very excited, with a stack of books wrapped in oil paper in his arms.

"How many times have I told you not to call me a middle-parted man? I have a flat head now! We have all read Marx."

Xu Kun was about to curse when he saw the other party pull out a book and wave it in front of him.

Especially after seeing the title of the book on the title page, my eyes widened immediately.

“Is this Bingwen’s Small Island Economics?”

"Exactly!" Wei Junming was very happy, cursing as he spoke. "Bao Guowei's book is so hard to buy! I dragged so many people to get these books."

"I heard that this is about economics, and the British are very impressed. Bingwen is really admirable."

Wei Junming chuckled, "Who said it wasn't true? Isn't it true that our Soviet region is in need of talents in economics? These books just happen to come in handy!"

Xu Kun seemed to remember something and spoke seriously.

"I heard that the gentleman is still perfecting the investigation report on 'Xingguo Investigation'. Who knows, he might like this book!"

"correct!"

Wei Junming patted his head and said as if he suddenly realized something.

"My husband is a book lover and he also likes the books of Bao Guowei, so I'll send them to him to read.

He always told us to read more books, so let's show him this time that my childhood friend is a real cultured person!"

(End of this chapter)