My "academic genius" persona is so convincing!

Chapter 67: Will this young man truly stir up a storm in academia?

Xue Lin blinked. It seemed that the two sides hadn't discussed this matter yet.

Moreover, Chen Hui used a forceful, commanding tone throughout, which might backfire!

However, he didn't think much of it.

After all, he was just there to work, and there was no need for him to meddle in other people's family affairs.

He followed Dean Li into the interior of the design institute.

"Make room for him in an office, and then hire two assistants. Never mind, I'll find them."

Chen Hui spoke, and then immediately made a phone call.

"Transfer two outstanding PhD students to me. I have a big project to work on. Tell them that you can give them a share of the salary."

As for the exact amount of this salary, Chen Hui did not specify, but it certainly wouldn't be less.

Xue Lin simply followed the instructions.

Soon, he arrived at his office.

Here, there are several computers and desks; that's enough.

"Then I'll be going now. If you need anything, just go find Dean Li. This project is very important, and the province attaches great importance to it. Um, I'll pick you up for lunch."

Xue Lin was speechless.

How did Chen Hui connect these words together?

However, he simply nodded and said, "Okay, see you at noon."

After nodding, Chen Hui instructed Dean Li to take good care of Xue Lin before leaving.

After Chen Hui left, Dean Li and Xue Lin looked at each other somewhat bewildered.

"Um, Xue Lin, right? I'm a few years older than you, you can call me Uncle Li." Dean Li smiled awkwardly and said.

And as expected of a shrewd person, she quickly adjusted her emotions.

"Okay, Uncle Li, could I take a look at the information here?"

"Sure, and several of our engineers are currently reviewing this project, why don't we join them?"

"That's also acceptable."

Xue Lin readily agreed.

I also took my USB drive out of my backpack.

"Let's go."

Dean Li nodded.

He looked at Xue Lin, feeling that something was off.

But I can't quite put my finger on it. Logically speaking, can a freshman really become the chief engineer for this kind of project? Or is it just a figurehead role?

But he didn't dare ask any more questions.

After all, Chen Hui had already criticized him before. Chen Hui has always been decisive and a man of his word, so he could only get information from other channels.

"Um, is Xue Lin a student at Jinling University?"

He thought that, at worst, Xue Lin was a student at Jin University, or perhaps he had some powerful backer and was just here nominally.

"I'm a senior in high school and haven't been admitted to Jinling University yet."

Xue Lin naturally spoke the truth.

"oh."

Although he seemed to agree, his brain had been shut down for a long time.

What? A senior high school student?

What kind of 80 million project?

Is Chen Hui perhaps too eager for quick success and has lost his mind?

He was aware of some of Chen Hui's thoughts. After all, Jinling University's academic rankings were not so optimistic at the moment, and it really needed a high-ranking official like Chen Hui with the courage to turn the tide.

However, if one is too eager for quick success and instant benefits, then it may be counterproductive!

Here, he had already labeled Xue Lin as someone with connections.

After all, if he didn't really have a powerful background, how could Chen Hui have made him the chief engineer of such a large project?

They definitely want to curry favor with the person behind this young man!

It's worth noting that the design fee for this project, even after much debate, was nearly 200 million!

"Has Xue Lin been involved in these construction projects before?"

"And that paper, was it also written by Xue Lin herself?"

However, he regretted it as soon as he asked the question. How could a high school student write a paper?

Needless to say, it must be genetic!

Without an academician as a father or a professor as a mother, one might not even come close to publishing such a high-level paper.

"I completed it independently." Xue Lin nodded. "As for this kind of construction project, I've had some experience before, but not much. However, I still know the basic principles and concepts."

Xue Lin naturally answered truthfully, since there was nothing to hide.

I completed the thesis independently, but I haven't had much experience with architectural projects.

Dean Li was even more confused at this moment, because judging from Xue Lin's expression, he certainly didn't seem to be lying.

But to independently complete an influential paper is still too outrageous!

However, he didn't ask any more questions, since asking too many questions could lead to more mistakes.

Moreover, if the person in front of you is indeed a descendant of an academician, then everything can be explained.

And then there's that paper; he definitely needs to take a look at it himself, since Chen Hui specifically asked him to read it, saying it's at the forefront of academic research.

He had been abroad discussing projects and only returned last night.

He was given a severe scolding by his boss as soon as he got to work today, and he felt a little embarrassed.

But there's nothing he can do; that's just Chen Hui's personality, and he's gotten used to it.

Upon entering the office, I found several engineers already engaged in a lively discussion.

"This project needs to be done in a minimalist style. We don't have an engineer here who can do minimalism yet, but I heard that Xue Lin will be coming."

"I don't know if he can offer any creative suggestions. Although in the end it will probably all come down to us, if we can get his opinion, we might be able to create a good style."

An engineer spoke up, and they began to discuss it.

When they saw Dean Li arrive, they all smiled.

The atmosphere in the office is quite relaxed.

"Dean Li, this must be Xue Lin, right? I've heard so much about you."

A female professor stood up and walked over to shake hands with Xue Lin.

"Hello there."

"We're discussing you right here. What are your thoughts on this project?"

"So you all knew Xue Lin was coming." Dean Li smiled and sat down to the side.

I poured Xue Lin a glass of water.

Xue Lin also sat down to the side.

"Xue Lin is the chief engineer for this project; he's in charge of all coordination," Dean Li said.

"no problem."

The female professor nodded.

"You trust him that much?"

Dean Li spoke with some surprise and even disbelief.

"Yes, Dean Li, you just got back and didn't know Xue Lin's standing in academia."

"His minimalist papers have now been cited tens of thousands of times."

Dean Li had just taken a sip of water and almost spat it out.

"What? Tens of thousands of citations?"

His eyes widened.

What does tens of thousands of citations mean?

That proves that Xue Lin's position in the academic world is unshakeable at this moment!

This paper alone can solidify his position in a discipline!

Moreover, judging from the looks in the other professors' eyes, they didn't seem to be joking.

In other words, this young man in front of us has really stirred up a storm in the academic world.