It's the cyber age now, and you're still playing traditional villains?

Therefore, institutions like schools, especially higher education institutions, become very necessary.

There is something special about the Night Crime City, that is, the education system has always been rather chaotic - some people choose to acquire knowledge through brain-computer interaction, while others prefer traditional education methods. Of course, there are also some people who are uneducated but can learn without a teacher, such as Gu Yi.

What's interesting is that the heirs of these conglomerates usually choose the latter. The reason is very simple. Once something like a brain-computer is tampered with, it will be very troublesome. The major conglomerates used to be on guard against each other.

But no matter what, the academic clique nature of "Quillen" will not change.

"……I see."

Ning Wei is a smart man. He knew what to do as soon as Xu Shi said it. "It just so happens that there are a lot of vacant places in Sin City that have not been built yet. I will gather them together and build these schools dedicated to exchanges as soon as possible."

"Including residents of the two cities, if there are people who want to engage in this profession, the "Quill Pen" will also provide a certain degree of help."

"That's best."

Xu Shi was very satisfied with this. After all, compared to the illusory alliance, cultivating these diplomatic talents is the top priority.

As long as they can prepare in advance, they will be able to build Nightsin City into a cultural and technological transit station between various regions. In this way, no matter how large the alliance is, their status as pioneers will not be easily shaken.

"I trust Brother Ning to do the job, but this kind of thing still requires some help."

Xu Shi added, "Let Miss Qin go with you. She is from the Hualan Empire and can provide you with a lot of information."

"As well as the literature and documents from various regions...don't forget to archive them."

He spoke in general terms mainly because he is not an expert in this area, but as long as this start is made, the rest of the work can be handed over to professionals, and it will eventually get better and better.

"I can help, too."

Xia Ke'an volunteered. She had done this when she was at sea, so naturally she had a lot of experience.

The main thing is that she can't stay at home all the time... She had no choice when she was sick before, but now she wants to find something to do, she can't just be a mascot all the time... She only asks me for prophecy? That won't work.

"Then there is Miss Lao Xia."

Ning Wei did not refuse. On the one hand, he knew the true identity of this little girl. In his opinion, it was a waste of talent for a big boss like "Zheguang" to do these things.

Secondly, it was also to reassure Xu Shi. Even if he didn't say it, there had to be his confidants in this team.

In contrast, Qin Yiyan was a little confused, "Me?"

"Yes, you."

Xu Shi smiled slyly, "Or... have you gotten used to being my maid? It's not impossible for you to stay if you want."

As soon as these words came out, the silly red-haired girl made a decision immediately.

"I go!"

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 324: You’re still into this CP, right?

2023-11-24

"Why don't you just not go?"

After hearing Qin Yiyan's words, which he didn't know whether it was an interjection or a decision of agreement, Xu Shi tried to persuade him to stay, "I've thought about it carefully. Who will wash my clothes and cook for me if you go?"

“Once a word is spoken, it’s hard to follow it!”

The red-haired sister hastily retorted, fearing that he would change his mind and regret it.

Realizing that her voice was a bit loud, she thought for a moment and tried to make amends, "...Anyway, Her Highness the Saint and I are now living under someone else's roof, and it's not the knight's way to gain something without working for it."

When others saw this, they couldn't help but sigh. It was such a crude way of provoking someone, but in this day and age there are still people who can take the bait. The red-haired silly girl is not called that for nothing, right?

Or you could say it's a matter of mutual consent. Xu Shi appointed Qin Yiyan as the person in charge of education and culture for the same reason I just mentioned.

At present, it seems that this decision is really correct. Even if we can find someone from the Hualan Empire to form a professional team, this team still needs someone to lead it.

As for Qin Yiyan, maybe she also knew that this was Xu Shi's strategy, the purpose of which was to trap her better, but compared to serving Xu Shi humbly, she would rather take this job.

Ah, Knight Commander Qin who has been strong all his life (good reading).

"……I see."

Ning Wei had no objection to Xu Shi's decision, and he had even thought of a rough plan in his mind.

It would be a good use of Qin Yiyan's talents to gradually establish an external education and cultural department, but think about it the other way around. Qin Yiyan herself is an outsider who is still unfamiliar with the Night Sin City. If she can accept and adapt to life here, this matter itself will be a living signboard.

With this precedent, they will be able to better understand the process, and future work will only be easier.

"Then... Miss Qin, I wish us a pleasant cooperation?"

He took the initiative to come over and wanted to shake hands with the other person out of politeness.

Qin Yiyan did not answer it. It was obvious that this was not the etiquette she understood.

So in the end she just said lightly, "Well, it's a pleasure to work with you."

Ning Wei felt a little embarrassed with his hand hanging in the air, but he also realized that his behavior was a bit inappropriate, so he quickly took it back.

When he turned around, he saw Xu Shi staring at him with interest.

...Okay, okay, this is also your woman, right?

Ning Wei secretly complained, he had also heard about Qin Yiyan's affairs.

It's hard to tell that these two people have this kind of relationship, but if you think about it carefully, Xia Wuyou and Gu Yi seemed to be similar to the red-haired guy at the beginning, and now they are obedient to Xu Shi, aren't they?

I'm afraid she will do the same soon... Thinking of this, he changed the handshake to a toast. Clinking glasses is always a universal etiquette, right?

And if you think about it carefully, this kind of minor problem can actually reflect the big picture. It is obvious that the various habits of the people in the two places are quite different. If this is expanded to a larger and wider range, I am afraid this job will be difficult to do...

Career forced Mr. Ning Wei to naturally switch his thoughts to work, and he sighed softly at its difficulty.

However, the overall atmosphere of this welcoming banquet was still very good. Even the serious Ning Wei finally relaxed a lot and started talking and laughing with everyone.

Before leaving, he rarely spoke a few words from his heart to Xu Shi.

"In fact, what I've been most worried about over the years is the master's mental condition."

He pulled Xu Shi aside and lowered his voice, "As you know, the master was quite strong-willed when he was young, but later on his health gradually developed some problems, and he became a little decadent... Fortunately, you are quite capable, not only have you taken over the responsibility, but you have also done many things that they could not do. I think this is enough to reassure him."

"As for Cheng Gujian...if he is really okay, it would be a good thing for him to have someone to keep him company. At least he won't have to talk to Ah Cheng every day..."

Xu Shi did not deny his statement, because it was the fact - when Wen Shengkui was in his prime, he was really full of vigor and vitality. Not only was he the head of one of the six major financial groups, he was also a unique SS-level "promoter". Even his daughter was very outstanding. Wen Ruijin was the dream lover of countless people back then.

However, blows followed one after another, and not only was his own hope of promotion to SSS completely dashed, but his descendants as well… No matter how strong his heart was, it was difficult to remain the same.

Fortunately, he is getting better now, otherwise he would have trapped himself to death.

It seems that my efforts have had a subtle effect.

But...what's with that auntie smile on your face?

I also knocked on you, right?

When Ning Wei smiled like this, a lot of strange things suddenly popped up in Xu Shi’s mind.

For example, the scene where the old man looked serious and said something like "What a cheap dog" to Cheng Gujian...

Ah, my brain! It's dirty, I can't keep it anymore!

Enduring the rising chill, Xu Shi sent the uninvited guest away in a bad mood.

He felt that he needed to relax to eliminate the psychological damage caused by this fantasy.

As he had drunk quite a bit of wine today, he didn't have the heart to think about anything else and dozed off on the sofa in a daze.

Half asleep and half awake, he found that there was an extra quilt on his body.

When I woke up again, it was already the next day, and there was a bowl of steaming porridge and side dishes on the coffee table beside me.

When I turned around, I saw Pan Ling still busying around, bringing me hot water and towels.

"Good morning, master."

Seeing Xu Shi wake up, the silly apprentice hurriedly greeted him and handed him a hot towel, "Do you want to wipe your face first, Master?"

"…Why are you suddenly making it so formal?"

Xu Shi frowned. It seemed that this was not something they talked about between master and disciple, right?

"I took the initiative to do it."

Pan Ling smiled and said, "Although it is usually the wives of the masters who do this, this is actually the duty of a disciple."

Although she saw a lot of new things following Xu Shi, she was still quite traditional in some aspects.

You should know that on Yinsong Island, becoming an apprentice requires three years of apprenticeship and two years of service. Not only does the apprentice have to take care of the master's food and daily life, but he even has to help take care of the master's children.

But Pan Ling never had this opportunity on weekdays. Jiang Chengcheng alone made her so excited that she wished she could turn into an octopus and hang on Xu Shi every day.

Now that she finally has this opportunity, she has to show her filial piety.

"You don't need to do all this. Studying hard is the best way to repay your master."

Xu Shi took the towel and covered his face with it, sighing like an old father.

"Whether you need it or not is one thing, whether you want it or not is another."

Pan Ling scratched her cheek and then said seriously.

"You are really sharp-tongued now."

Hearing her say this, Xu Shi couldn't help but complain.

"It's all taught well by the master."

Pan Ling answered fluently.

"Alright alright."

Seeing her like this, Xu Shi didn't say anything else and changed the topic, "How do you feel about coming to Master's place? Is there anything you are not used to?"

“There are indeed many things I am not familiar with.”

The silly apprentice said honestly, "But when the master came to Yinsong Island, he was also unfamiliar with the place. I'm sure I can adapt quickly."

"How can you compare with me, your teacher?"

Xu Shi pretended to be displeased.

"A disciple need not be inferior to his teacher."

Pan Ling snorted.

"…You've really become very capable now, haven't you?"

Xu Shi took off the towel angrily and examined his good apprentice carefully.

After staring at her for a while, he couldn't help laughing out loud.

He wasn't really angry at first, and especially after hearing Pan Ling say that, he felt more admiring.

Before, she had always been by his side handling affairs, and although she had learned everything well, Xu Shi always felt that she was missing something.

Now he discovered that what his silly apprentice might have lacked was self-confidence, which he finally developed through his step-by-step growth. Now that he could really say something like "a disciple does not have to be inferior to his master", it was not treason but a manifestation of ambition.

If his disciple Xu Shi was really submissive, then he would be doomed. Besides, would she dare to be really rebellious? He would not have eaten if he did not spank her.

"What about the rest?"

He asked with a relieved smile.

"Everyone is out."

Pan Ling replied, "Master Su went to the company, Master Xia also went, and brought her sister with her. Master Gu and the younger sister took Miss Qin to find Mr. Ning. Everyone saw that you slept well, so they didn't disturb you."

"right?"

Xu Shi nodded thoughtfully, which was similar to what he thought.

Although they were exhausted after the long journey, everyone quickly got down to work.

"Snake Ring" needs Su Lin to run its daily affairs, and now that she is back she will definitely be busy.

Xia Wuyou brought Pan Feng with him, probably because he wanted to train her to be a real fighter. Maybe he would even hand over the field department to her in the future.

This was also his original arrangement. Compared with the teachings in the Hualan Empire, the combat training in the Night Sin City was also indispensable. It was also seen in the final battle that the warriors trained by high technology were indeed of higher quality.

Xu Ying didn't mention it, but Xu Shi could guess that either she was taken away by Qin Yiyan or she was still sleeping - she was really like a child now, very sleepy.

"But Qin Yiyan slipped away quickly. Is she really that interested?"