It seemed that Ye Xueyi had noticed Su Hang's concern. She said to him, "Don't worry, Qian Feng has been in the school lab for the past two days, he won't be back."
"Doing experiments?"
Su Hang was a bit puzzled. The school's shabby lab, could it really be worth Qian Feng's time to do experiments there?
"There's a specialized lab for the mechanical engineering department, which was specifically set up for my grandfather in the past. The experimental equipment is top-notch even by domestic standards. My grandfather gave him the key, and he hasn't been back for several days. He's been immersed in that lab, I don't know what he's been up to," Ye Xueyi said.
"Ha ha, a great teacher produces great students. However, I feel that Qian Feng is a bit unfriendly to new students, don't you think?" Su Hang said.
"Unfriendly? How so?" Ye Xueyi asked.
Su Hang wiped his sweat, "That day, when I was talking to you, he kept giving me intense glares, almost scaring me to death."
Upon hearing this, Ye Xueyi's face turned red again.
This girl really has a thin skin. She blushes at a word, how can I joke around with her?
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Back at the small courtyard, Xue Xuan was still chatting with Deng Wentao. Deng Wentao had a stern face, and Xue Xuan also looked serious. It was clear that their negotiation had not gone well.
Su Hang and Ye Xueyi's return slightly eased the tension. They helped Ye Xueyi bring the dishes into the kitchen. When they came out, Su Hang, taking advantage of Deng Wentao not noticing, secretly gave Xue Xuan an OK sign, indicating that he had convinced Ye Xueyi.
Xue Xuan nodded slightly, but her serious expression did not ease.
"Old Mr. Deng, you know how competitive the automotive industry is now. Without an advantage, there's no way to compete. Our group's engineers have encountered many difficulties in automotive engines. If Jiuding wants to enter the automotive industry, we really can't do without your supersonic engine technology!" Xue Xuan said to Deng Wentao.
"Supersonic engine technology? What's that?" Su Hang was taken aback, sitting on a stone bench nearby, just listening without interrupting their conversation.
"You Xue family really have big ambitions. You've made so much money, and you still think it's not enough?" After a long pause, Deng Wentao shook his head and sighed.
Xue Xuan paused, "The world is developing rapidly every day. The Xue family might be a giant aircraft carrier now, but if we don't strive for progress, we will eventually sink and be swallowed by the vast ocean. So, Old Mr. Deng, this isn't about making money. The Xue family needs to expand and advance to maintain our current status."
Indeed, a cultured person speaks with such eloquence. Su Hang looked at Xue Xuan with admiration in his eyes.
"You people from big families, don't lecture us from small families with those principles," Deng Wentao was not pleased, waving to cut off Xue Xuan's words. He turned his gaze to Su Hang, "Young man, since you came together, what do you think?"
"Me?" Su Hang was taken aback, completely not expecting the old man to suddenly ask him.
Seeing this, Xue Xuan quickly said, "Old Mr. Deng, my brother is still young and inexperienced, he might make a fool of himself..."
Deng Wentao waved his hand, pointing at Su Hang, "I just want to hear your opinion."
"Um..."
Su Hang was at a loss, turning to look at Xue Xuan. Xue Xuan could only nod helplessly, her eyes signaling him to be careful with his words. Clearly, Xue Xuan hadn't expected Deng Wentao to ask Su Hang.
Facing Deng Wentao's wise and elderly gaze, Su Hang pondered for a moment before finally speaking, "Old Mr. Deng, I just have a few questions for you."
"Go on." Deng Wentao picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, and waited quietly for Su Hang to ask.
"First question!" Su Hang raised a finger, "I want to ask Old Mr. Deng, is this technology valuable?"
Upon hearing this, Deng Wentao was at a loss, finding the question utterly pointless.
At this moment, Xue Xuan spoke, "Old Mr. Deng's invention of the supersonic engine is absolutely ahead of its time worldwide. It's said that if installed in a sports car, and the car's design and other hardware meet the technical requirements, it can theoretically reach supersonic speed. Moreover, it saves nearly one-tenth of the fuel compared to ordinary engines. One could say that this technology is priceless."
"Supersonic?"
Upon hearing this, Su Hang's eyes nearly popped out. If it could reach supersonic speed, wouldn't it cover over 300 meters in a second? Wouldn't it just fly?
Although it was a theoretical value, it was still impressive. Looking at Deng Wentao, Su Hang had to reassess this dean of the mechanical engineering department at the university. No wonder Xue Xuan was so concerned. If they could get this technology, Jiuding's entry into the automotive industry would likely surpass many major brands.
Such a technology, whether for the relatively underdeveloped industry in China or the entire world, was absolutely priceless.
This old man's level had already exceeded level 1. Su Hang was certain that he had no martial arts skills, meaning Deng Wentao had surpassed level 1 purely through his professional knowledge. Ordinary people could only hover around level 1, and surpassing level 1 meant surpassing the limits of ordinary people. This old man's wisdom was far from ordinary.
"Any more questions?" Deng Wentao asked Su Hang. To be honest, Su Hang's question was quite disappointing, too pointless.
After the initial shock, Su Hang calmed down, licked his dry lips, and said, "I have another question. Old Mr. Deng, why are you doing this research?"
"Of course, for the progress of society."
Deng Wentao answered without hesitation. This young man's questions were indeed pointless.
"But I don't understand. If it's for the progress of society, why are you keeping it hidden? If you don't share it, it's as good as scrap. How can it promote the progress of society?" Su Hang said.
This question left Deng Wentao speechless. He was stunned and couldn't answer immediately.
Xue Xuan, sitting nearby, secretly gave Su Hang a thumbs up. This kid was setting a trap for Deng Wentao. The two questions were contradictory. Even if it were her, she wouldn't know how to answer.
"Also," without waiting for Deng Wentao to respond, Su Hang continued, "As my sister just said, the world is changing rapidly, with new technologies emerging every day. Old Mr. Deng, your supersonic engine is indeed valuable now, but have you considered that if you keep it hidden, in one or two years, it might be replaced by new technologies and become worthless."