Chapter 8

Although Qi Huishen was watching from the side, the four individuals were oblivious to his presence. Their focus was solely on the tasks at hand, and everything they did was aimed at completing their work with precision. The concentration of these four individuals was remarkable, their movements full of vigor, and their utmost effort was directed towards accomplishing their tasks to the best of their abilities. This initiative set them apart fundamentally from the workers Qi Huishen had encountered before. Noticing this, Qi Huishen suddenly felt a deep respect for their work ethic. It turned out that labor could indeed be so admirable. Qi Huishen was left in a state of astonishment.

Xu Xilin quickly replied, "It is indeed Chen Ke." After saying this, he glanced at Chen Ke. Chen Ke hurriedly stepped forward and instinctively extended his right hand. The people around were momentarily taken aback, but Cai Yuanpei quickly regained his composure and also extended his right hand to shake hands with Chen Ke. "I heard that Mr. Chen Ke has returned from abroad?" Cai Yuanpei inquired.

Well, I just returned this year, not long ago

There is no need for the literary youth to be overly modest; I have read your manuscript. It indeed reflects a grand demeanor. I only have one question for the literary youth: why did Wen Qing say that the Qing Dynasty and the Self-Strengthening Movement missed the point?

After speaking, Chen Ke stood up and went out to the yard to start working. Qi Huishen, seeing that four people were still working so late, felt quite curious. Could it be that they were also printing something? However, the smell that permeated the entire yard was clearly not that of printing ink. Standing at the door, he saw the four people busy around several pots under the light of a gas lamp and a flashlight, which indeed looked like they were dyeing cloth. Qi Huishen found it very strange that these people were not sleeping in the middle of the night. Even with new lighting tools, there was no need to waste time like this. Why not work during the day?

I do not understand what they are up to, staying out all night without returning to their residence. Even Xiong Mao is mingling with them; what kind of situation is this

"Aunt, it is unacceptable to see Mr. Cai smelling foul." Hua Xiongmao was very pleased with the refreshing scent of the shampoo, not to mention its washing effect

Hmph, of course I have to blame them for acting on their own. I originally thought that Wenqing could help persuade Mr. Cai. I didn't expect that he would just do his own thing. At first, he said he needed something from me; I thought Wenqing was just being polite, but it turns out he is indeed an honest person who does not deceive me. They still haven't returned by this time; will they be able to come back early tomorrow? I have no idea where they are wandering around.

After observing for a while, Qi Huishen finally realized the distinctiveness of these four individuals. Compared to those who toil laboriously, these four exhibited the same fatigue but lacked any trace of lethargy. The laborers Qi Huishen encountered left him with the impression of enduring hardship; they exerted all their strength merely to persist until the end of their work, and the heavy labor had numbed them. In a certain sense, this numbness served to protect the laborers, allowing them to feel no pain. The laborers, worn down by life, appeared lifeless, complementing the oppressive atmosphere of heavy labor, evoking a sense of gloom and repression.

"Literary youth?" Cai Yuanpei repeated. This name contains the character 'qing', which Cai Yuanpei seemed to have an aversion to.

I heard that gentleman just now say that you must be Mr. Literary Youth. May I ask, Mr. Literary Youth, what did your last few words mean?

Mr. Qi, I see that your flyer calls upon the people to rise up, and the idea is quite good. However, why should the people rise up and join you in revolution? From what I gather from your writings, I feel that the people cannot understand them.

As soon as she sat down after entering the room, Qiu Jin smiled and said, "You two smell delightful, even more fragrant than girls."

"Mr. Cai, this is a farewell to Mr. Chen Ke and Mr. Chen Ke. Chen Ke's courtesy name is Wenqing, which I helped him come up with. You may just call him by his courtesy name," Qiu Jin said with a smile

The two individuals were conversing in hushed tones about www.hetushu.com. The night outside was clear, with stars twinkling, and the street was growing increasingly quiet, making it indeed a good time for a conversation

Perhaps it is because Xu Xilin is such a person that he feels Chen Ke has not chosen the same path as himself. When Xu Xilin first met Chen Ke, he was impressed by Chen Ke's insights. On one hand, he wanted to lend a helping hand to Chen Ke; more importantly, Cai Yuanpei had indeed invited Xu Xilin to Shanghai for a meeting in the near future. Therefore, he brought Chen Ke along to Shanghai. However, contrary to Xu Xilin's expectations, Chen Ke did not join the revolutionary movement but instead immersed himself in profit-making ventures. This made Xu Xilin feel that perhaps his previous views on Chen Ke were mistaken. Such a self-serving attitude, to put it bluntly, this "whoever has milk is the mother" mentality, particularly displeased Xu Xilin.

When the country reaches such a state, not to revolutionize would truly mean death

The courtyard door opened, and to Chen Ke's surprise, the person at the entrance was Tao Chengzhang. Without any pleasantries, the group walked straight into the courtyard. Tao Chengzhang closed the door and led Xu Xilin and the other four into the living room

Indeed, he is a person of impressive stature, praised Cai Yuanpei

The people seek revolution because they desire a better life through it. The revolution must overthrow the Qing Dynasty and defeat the invasion of foreign powers. This entails great sacrifice. On what basis do you expect the common people to follow you into such life-and-death struggles

After everyone took their seats, Xu Xilin said: "Mr. Cai, Wenqing has heard of your great name overseas and greatly admires you. I believe Wenqing is a talented individual, which is why I dared to recommend him."

Seeing that Qi Huishen had not left, Chen Ke invited him to sit at the table. He spoke softly, "Mr. Qi, everyone is resting. Let's keep our voices down so as not to disturb them"

When Xu Xilin spoke, Cai Yuanpei's face remained calm throughout, which, from a biological perspective, could be described as the facial muscles being extremely relaxed. This is also a manifestation of sufficient concentration. After observing Cai Yuanpei's demeanor, Chen Ke could not help but glance at Qiu Jin, who was also sitting calmly in her chair, surveying the crowd around her, her expression surprisingly identical to that of Cai Yuanpei. Chen Ke imitated Cai Yuanpei's demeanor, striving to completely relax the muscles in his face, focusing intently on Cai Yuanpei. After observing Cai Yuanpei's demeanor, Chen Ke could not help but glance at Qiu Jin, who was also sitting calmly in her chair, surveying the crowd around her, her expression surprisingly identical to that of Cai Yuanpei. Chen Ke imitated Cai Yuanpei's demeanor, striving to completely relax the muscles in his face, focusing intently on Cai Yuanpei.

Subsequently, the few individuals who arrived were indeed attentive in their efforts to provide medical assistance. Moreover, from their conversation, it was revealed that the tall young man from the North was actually a revolutionary. This sudden turn of events left Qi Hui feeling momentarily at a loss for what to do. However, observing that these individuals, despite their robust physiques, bore no ill will towards him, he felt a sense of relief.

The principles of the world are interconnected. As fabric merchants, we must understand who will buy our fabric and why they would want to purchase it. If you seek revolution, you must know whether the people need a revolution. Even if a revolution is necessary, each person's needs are different. For you, why pursue a revolution? According to your pamphlet, it is to overthrow the Qing Dynasty and expel foreign powers. For me, why pursue a revolution? It is to build a strong new China. For you, why pursue a revolution? According to your pamphlet, it is to overthrow the Qing Dynasty and expel foreign powers. For me, why pursue a revolution? It is to build a strong new China. To construct this new China, we must overthrow the Qing Dynasty and expel foreign powers. Do not compel everyone to engage in efforts that yield no reward. After saying this, Chen Ke felt it was still insufficient, and he suddenly quoted the famous saying, "From the masses, to the masses."

Hua Xiongmao, having a background in martial arts, also knew some simple treatment methods for injuries. At this moment, he was feeling and rubbing Qi Huishen's body. Just a moment ago, You Gao had struck Qi Huishen under the ribs with a stick, and Hua Xiongmao and Chen Ke carried the incapacitated Qi Huishen back to the workshop. Seeing that Qi Huishen was in so much pain that he could not even speak, Hua Xiongmao volunteered to check for any fatal injuries

To Chen Ke's surprise, Qi Huishen was not angry. He took a sip of tea and then asked, "Brother Chen, what insights do you have regarding the revolution"

Xu Xilin introduced Hua Xiongmao to Cai Yuanpei, and Hua Xiongmao hurriedly paid his respects to Cai Yuanpei in a student-like manner. This was the first time Chen Ke encountered the formalities of the Manchu court in an official setting, and he suddenly recalled the etiquette he had observed when befriending others. When meeting Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin, Chen Ke simply performed a cupped-hand salute, showing no formalities with Hua Xiongmao, opting to engage directly. He also did not observe any formalities when getting to know You Gao and others. Reflecting on this, Chen Ke felt he should privately consult Qiu Jin about matters of etiquette.

However, I saw two tall young men pulling different ropes, placing pieces of cloth into the water tank. The girl who had hit herself was carrying a flashlight, constantly moving between the steamer and the large tank, occasionally inserting a thermometer into the steamer and the tank to measure the temperature. The one who had remained silent was engaged in work among several large tanks and water troughs that was difficult to comprehend. The four busy individuals exchanged few words, yet their cooperation was remarkably skilled. This should be a dyeing workshop, but it appeared to have a distinct quality compared to other factories.

Chen Ke was unaware of the conversation between Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin regarding himself. Even if he had known, there would have been no change for Chen Ke. An hour of busy work had completed the expected workload for one hour, and everyone took a break as planned. Zhou Yuanxiao and Hua Xiongmao lay on the beds in the room and soon fell asleep. The physical labor for the night had been completed, and according to the plan, Zhou Yuanxiao needed to get up at 2:00 AM to check the dyeing situation, while Chen Ke was required to stand guard until 2:00 AM.

Seeing that Chen Ke and Hua Xiongmao returned early, looking refreshed after their bath, Xu Xilin felt quite satisfied. Noticing that everyone had already tidied up, Xu Xilin led the group to set off together

It is naturally for the common people to see

Chen Kezheng said solemnly: "If we are to follow the path of foreign countries, let us not say that there is no opportunity now. I will mention a specific matter to Mr. Cai. More than a hundred years ago, both Sweden and the United Kingdom were engaged in the textile industry. In Swedish textile factories, the mortality rate of child laborers exceeded 30%, while in British textile factories, it was guaranteed that regardless of who you were, workers would be worked to death within three years. Ultimately, the Swedish textile factories could not compete with the British in terms of cost and were driven out of business by the British. More than a hundred years ago, both Sweden and the United Kingdom were engaged in the textile industry. In Swedish textile factories, the mortality rate of child laborers exceeded 30%, while in British textile factories, it was guaranteed that regardless of who you were, workers would be worked to death within three years. Ultimately, the Swedish textile factories could not compete with the British in terms of cost and were driven out of business by the British. If the Qing Dynasty were to be overthrown, would Mr. Cai be willing to let China go through such an experience as well?"

What do you mean by this? Are you saying that I am not revolutionary?

Cai Yuanpei looked kindly at Chen Ke and said, "I heard from Bo Sun that you, Wenqing, are exceptionally talented and are a person of great potential for the world. He also mentioned that you come from a prestigious family, yet left home due to the revolution. I am quite impressed. However, I wonder what you can teach me, Wenqing?"

"Xuanqing, are you saying that we are taking the literary youth to meet Mr. Cai tomorrow?" Xu Xilin inquired of Qiu Jin, who was sitting opposite him. Earlier in the day, he had mentioned this matter to Chen Ke, but until now, neither Chen Ke nor Hua Xiongmao had returned to their residence. Xu Xilin felt that Chen Ke was not particularly interested in meeting Cai Yuanpei.

After finishing their bath, it was exactly 6:30. Both of them changed into clean clothes to meet Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin. No matter how careful they were, the sound of water during the bath was always relatively loud, and usually at this time Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin would already be up.

Cai Yuanpei, renowned among scholars, undoubtedly possesses genuine talent. Chen Ke would not dare to speak nonsense in front of such a distinguished figure. He quickly replied, "Mr. Cai, you are too modest. I, as a junior, merely have a limited understanding and wish to contribute something for the country"

Upon hearing these lamenting words, Chen Ke and Hua Xiong both grinned, while You Gao displayed a somewhat embarrassed expression. In contrast, Zhou Yuanxiao remained completely expressionless.

"Keep your voice down, don't shout in the middle of the night," Chen Ke said

As a native of Jiangsu and Zhejiang, Xu Xilin was not adept at making money; he harbored an indescribable aversion to commerce. As a revolutionary, Xu Xilin yearned for the feeling of being completely consumed by a cause. He believed that by destroying this old world, which held no hope, a beautiful new world would rise at the moment the Qing Dynasty collapsed.

After listening, Chen Ke nodded and said, "Indeed, what the Qing Dynasty did was merely to create powerful ships and cannons. The powerful ships and cannons of foreign countries are the products of an entire industrial system. Seeking the end while neglecting the foundation, this is where the Qing Dynasty went astray. Moreover, the ruling powers in European countries are all industrial tycoons; regardless of their intentions, they must promote national industrialization. Without changing its system, China has absolutely no future."

Haha! Upon hearing Xu Xilin's complaints, Qiu Jin couldn't help but laugh out loud. "Bosun, I didn't expect you to care so much about the literary youth. Rest assured, the literary youth are not people who lack judgment; they are probably working in the workshop right now. If you are still worried, I can go and call them back."

You Gao suddenly turned on the flashlight, and the beam directly illuminated Qi Huishen's face. Qi Huishen instinctively raised his arm, which caused pain in his injured area, and he let out a cry of discomfort. You Gao had no thoughts of pity; she asked fiercely, "Then why did you run?" "I heard someone in the courtyard telling you not to run. You still ran; if you don't treat you as a bad person, who else would be considered a bad person?"

Chen Ke organized the flyers, making an effort to clean the few that were soiled. The neatly arranged flyers were stacked on the table. "Mr. Qi, this is a misunderstanding. I apologize for it here," he said. After finishing, Chen Ke deliberately added, "Mr. Qi put a lot of thought into writing these flyers. It is admirable and lamentable."

Faced with these famous historical figures, Chen Ke did not feel particularly excited, and the same was true when he saw Cai Yuanpei. Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin had both met Cai Yuanpei, so Cai Yuanpei's gaze quickly fell on Chen Ke. In Shaoxing, Chen Ke was considered tall, and he was also tall in Shanghai. With his square face typical of northern people, he was easily recognizable among a group of southerners. Cai Yuanpei asked Xu Xilin, "Is this Mr. Chen Ke?" Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin had both met Cai Yuanpei, so Cai Yuanpei's gaze quickly fell on Chen Ke. In Shaoxing, Chen Ke was considered tall, and he was also tall in Shanghai. With his square face typical of northern people, he was easily recognizable among a group of southerners. Cai Yuanpei asked Xu Xilin, "Is this Mr. Chen Ke?"

To establish a factory, one must first understand its purpose. Whether during the Qing Dynasty or the Self-Strengthening Movement, the mere act of building a factory was undertaken without a clear understanding of its intended use, and even after completion, they remained unaware of its function. This resulted in the waste of substantial funds and the maintenance of a large workforce without any practical benefit. This was true for the Qing Dynasty and the Self-Strengthening Movement alike. Thus, I assert that they lacked insight. As Chen Ke spoke, he observed Cai Yuanpei's reaction, to which Cai Yuanpei merely nodded slightly. This 'future' president of Peking University did not comprehend industry. "Cai Gong, when you think of the great powers, what is the first thing that comes to your mind?"

Chen Ke's voice is very low, giving off a somewhat dreamy feeling, which is completely out of sync with the content being spoken

Since being knocked down earlier, Qi Huishen felt that something was wrong. This area is inhabited by ordinary local residents of Shanghai, and he had never posted revolutionary flyers here before. Unexpectedly, as soon as he entered the alley, several individuals with flashlights suddenly appeared, which truly frightened Qi Huishen. The use of such convenient lighting tools indicates that these individuals must be of significant stature. Qi Huishen had previously posted revolutionary posters and gathered revolutionary comrades, having been arrested by the police several times. This time, he was captured in a place where the police never appeared. This incident will not end well.

Qi Huishen's pain in the area struck under his ribs gradually eased. Watching the four busy individuals, he initially intended to take his leave, yet found himself reluctant to depart. The scene of hard work possessed an inexplicable allure, and Qi Huishen was eager to understand what exactly was drawing him in. As a major metropolis in China, Shanghai is home to a multitude of workers. Qi Huishen had witnessed many labor scenes, and compared to the few individuals before him, there was always a peculiar difference.

"Mr. Literary Youth, it seems you are not very satisfied with my flyer. Could you please enlighten me?" Qi Hui looked around; everyone was either sleeping or lying down, and everything had come to a standstill. Only then did he straightforwardly ask in a low voice.

Chen Ke stared intently at Cai Yuanpei, the future president of Peking University, a figure of remarkable reputation whose appearance was not much different from the photographs found in history books. Chen Ke had always harbored a question: why did the renowned figures in the photographs from the Republic of China era possess an indescribable aura? Observing a person of Cai Yuanpei's stature at such close range was undoubtedly a valuable opportunity for study and research

Mr. Qi, the residents in this area are all ordinary people. Who do you intend to have see this flyer by posting it here

Seeing Xu Xilin's displeased expression, Qiu Jin advised, "Bosun, I know you are upset with Wenqing and Xiongmao for acting on their own. However, Wenqing has managed to start dyeing fabric with just a few people you introduced. I believe this is a good thing. In my opinion, Wenqing is not an ungrateful person; if he makes money, he will definitely not treat you poorly. You are not the kind of person who can be at ease doing these things, so why trouble yourself unnecessarily?"

Qi Hui angrily put on his jacket, "Of course, there are people watching, and not only are there people watching, but some are even hitting."

A group of people finally stopped in front of a courtyard. As a modern individual, Chen Ke possessed a notable characteristic: a weak sense of direction. After wandering through the narrow alleys of Shanghai for quite some time, Chen Ke had lost track of where he was. The maze-like paths were impossible for him to remember. The group halted in front of a closed courtyard gate, and Xu Xilin, who was leading the way, knocked on the door knocker. Soon, a small hole in the door opened, and someone peered out from inside. Chen Ke suddenly had a thought: if he were to follow the plot of those movies he had seen, and shot into the small hole, then broke through the door, how would the person inside react?

While they were speaking, Zhou Yuanxiao, You Gao, and Hua Xiongmao had already gotten up to continue their work, and no one invited Chen Ke to join. Chen Ke understood that this was considerate of his colleagues; they did not want to disturb him while he was discussing revolutionary matters with others. What wonderful colleagues they were. Chen Ke thought to himself, if he were to recruit Qi Huishen now, it would be quite awkward for everyone to meet under such circumstances, and it would be impossible to have any in-depth discussions. Instead, it might upset his current colleagues. Weighing this, Chen Ke said: "Mr. Qi, you should rest here for a while. Once you feel better, you can head home. It is less effective to distribute flyers here; it would be better to post these things in places where posters are frequently put up." Chen Ke thought to himself, if he were to recruit Qi Huishen now, it would be quite awkward for everyone to meet under such circumstances, and it would be impossible to have any in-depth discussions. Instead, it might upset his current colleagues. Weighing this, Chen Ke said: "Mr. Qi, you should rest here for a while. Once you feel better, you can head home. It is less effective to distribute flyers here; it would be better to post these things in places where posters are frequently put up."

While Qi Hui was closely observing Chen Ke and his work, Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin were discussing Chen Ke. These two revolutionary predecessors were unaware of the hard work that Chen Ke was putting in. Aside from Qiu Jin having visited the workshop once, the two had no real understanding of Chen Ke's current situation.

Indeed. You are not wrong, but what is the use of this statement? Will the people be able to eat an extra bun because they believe your words? Or will they be able to wear an additional piece of clothing? The revolution is meant to enable everyone to live a good life. Establishing a new world is not just about living well; it is about ensuring that no one is bullied and that everyone can live with dignity. Therefore, I believe your pamphlet is useless. After Chen Ke finished speaking, he pushed the teacup closer to Qi Huishen and said, "Let's have some tea first." Therefore, I believe your pamphlet is useless. After Chen Ke finished speaking, he pushed the teacup closer to Qi Huishen and said, "Let's have some tea first."

When the young man from the north had carefully organized the flyers he had worked so hard to write, and then heard him apologize sincerely, Qi Huishen's resentment was alleviated by half. Unexpectedly, the young man from the north ended up saying something so strange, which piqued Qi Huishen's curiosity.

However, I do not particularly agree with the foreign systems as expressed in the writings of literary youths," Cai Yuanpei continued to inquire

"Alas? Brother Chen is a revolutionary?" You Gao asked in surprise

Qiu Jin smiled and said: "Bo Sun, it is not necessarily a bad thing for a literary youth to be busy making money. This is certainly better than those who only know how to borrow money everywhere. I see that the literary youth also comes from a wealthy family. According to Miss You Gao, just the watch he pledged to me is worth several thousand taels of silver. If he still has money in hand, why would he need to work so hard?"

Chen Kefang had just moved Qi Huishen back to the workshop when he specifically collected all the flyers. At this moment, he picked up one and took a look. It was a handwritten flyer. The content criticized the imperialist powers and condemned the Qing government. Chen Kefang brushed off the dirt stuck to the paper and picked up several other sheets. Although they were handwritten, the content was identical, and the handwriting was the same. It resembled something that had been printed. This indicated that the owner of the flyers had put considerable thought and effort into them. Although they were handwritten, the content was identical, and the handwriting was the same. It resembled something that had been printed. This indicated that the owner of the flyers had put considerable thought and effort into them

Qi Hui let out a deep sigh and fell silent.

Cai Yuanpei is 38 years old this year, and compared to people in the 21st century, he appears much older. This is a common phenomenon; the figures from this era that Chen Ke has encountered all seem considerably "younger" than he had imagined. In the 21st century, due to better nutrition and less hardship in life, everyone appears to look younger.

Since Qiu Jin has said so, Xu Xilin ought to give her some face. "No need. I believe they will definitely return tomorrow. It is getting late, Xuanqing, you should rest quickly." After saying a few more words, Xu Xilin got up and returned to his own room.

My name is Qi Huishen. Ah. Under the light of the oil lamp, the young man with porcelain teeth grinned. Chen Ke looked at this young man under the oil lamp; he appeared to be around twenty-two or twenty-three years old, with an unremarkable appearance, sporting a middle part hairstyle, resembling a student. At this moment, Qi Huishen unbuttoned his coat, revealing a slender figure. Judging by his fair and smooth skin, he must be the child of a wealthy family

To his surprise, after being carried into the courtyard, he discovered that it was actually a dyeing workshop. The four individuals in the courtyard were all wearing peculiar deep blue, front-opening robes. Upon closer inspection, it became evident that these loose robes were worn directly over their outer garments. The girl who had knocked him down completely regarded herself as the villain.

Early the next morning, Chen Ke and Hua Xiongmao returned to their residence. They quietly opened the door and entered the courtyard, where Chen Ke urged Hua Xiongmao to take a shower first. Having worked in the workshop for the past few days, they not only smelled of sweat but also of unpleasant dye. Cai Yuanpei was not an ordinary person, and Chen Ke did not have the courage to meet such a prominent figure while reeking of various odors. Therefore, Chen Ke specifically took out shampoo and soap.

Ah! Qi Huishen called out again. Hua Xiongmao finally released Qi Huishen, saying, "Lucky for you, your ribs are not broken. You'll recover in a while." After speaking, he picked up a flyer from the table and glanced at it. After reading just a few lines, Hua Xiongmao laughed and said, "Wenqing, this person is just like you, surprisingly also a revolutionary."

After listening attentively, Qi Hui nodded repeatedly. He glanced at the few people around him who had already fallen asleep and said in a lowered voice: "That makes sense. But what should China be like? Could you please elaborate on that, Mr. Wenqing?"

Cai Yuanpei pondered for a moment after hearing this and replied: "A sturdy ship and powerful cannons"

You Gao still took her own pillow and rested her head on the table. Chen Ke had previously advised You Gao to lie down on the bed, even going so far as to set up a new bed specifically for her. You Gao merely expressed her gratitude politely but had never used that bed. Whenever she was tired, she would always sleep with her head on the table. Chen Ke did not want to ask too many questions and could only let You Gao do as she pleased.

How many people in this area can read? I am not saying that Mr. Qi, your flyer has issues; however, the people who can understand your flyer, do you think they would promote it everywhere? The residents here are ordinary folks. By promoting your flyer, do they earn an extra penny or get an additional meal?

Upon hearing these words, Qi Huishen did not react with the uncontrollable anger that Chen Ke had imagined. Instead, Qi Huishen simply lowered his head and, after a moment, sighed, "What Mr. Wenqing said is true"

In this day and age, there are countless individuals who claim to be revolutionaries, and I am merely one of them. However, Mr. Qi, do you think anyone actually pays attention to the flyers you post in such places?" Chen Ke asked curiously

Upon mentioning You Gao, Xu Xilin merely snorted. Xu Xilin held a rather unfavorable impression of You Gao. In this era, most overseas students would engage in some form of career. However, You Gao, being a woman, was quite rare in making her presence known. As a female overseas student, she neither pursued a career nor married, but instead spent her days in drunken revelry, which was indeed very unconventional. According to Qiu Jin, Chen Ke and You Gao seemed to have an instant rapport. Xu Xilin originally felt some dissatisfaction towards both of them, and the thought that these two had actually formed a clique only intensified this discontent.