Super God-Level Top Student

"Qu, are you asleep?"

"Not yet, Minister Yang. Is there something you need?"

"Good, you're still up. Here's the thing. The School of Mathematics has some exciting news—our student has independently published a paper in the world-class 'Duke Mathematical Journal.' The School of Mathematics hopes to take advantage of the lingering enthusiasm from the recruitment season to promote this achievement properly.

Since you're still awake, I thought we could use the school's official account to release a short video to start building hype right away."

"That really is great news. Did they provide any material for this?"

"Yes, Xu mentioned that the 'Duke Mathematical Journal' is a bimonthly, so the paper won't be in print until next month. However, it has already been published in the online version, and he sent me a screenshot. I'll send you the picture via WeChat later, and you can use that for the video.

Oh, and be sure to highlight that this paper was independently completed by a newly admitted freshman under the guidance of our associate professor."

"Ah? A new freshman? Are you sure we want to emphasize that? It might not be such a good idea. Shouldn't you confirm with the School of Mathematics on this?"

"Oh? What's not so good about it?"

"A prospective freshman submitting a paper to a world-class journal... Well, it's a little controversial. You might not be aware, but there was a similar incident at another university recently, and it became a trending topic. It put the university in a passive position."

"Is that so? But it's fine. Xu specifically told me that this paper can withstand scrutiny. There are definitely none of the issues you're thinking of. They just want to highlight the abilities of our young professors. Don't worry, there won't be any problems."

"Um... Are you sure?"

"Qu, what's this? Are you suggesting you don't trust me? How about I have Xu personally call you later?"

"No, no, Minister Yang, you've misunderstood me, that's really not what I meant. So, you send me the material later, and after I've designed the copy, I'll send it to you via WeChat for approval. If you think it's okay, I'll go ahead and post it, alright?"

"That's fine!"

"Alright, I'll wait for you to send the materials."

"By the way, Xu is an old friend of mine, and he's asked for my help this time, so I need to show some attitude. After the video goes out, remember to have the students from the school news agency share it a lot. Also, don't be too stingy with the budget. I will approve a special fund for promotional expenses."

"Uh, okay, Minister Yang. Mission assured."

"That's all, then. Thanks for your hard work, Qu."

"It's no trouble at all. I'll hang up now and we can keep in touch via WeChat."

"Alright."

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On the other side, Zhuo Wenyu was also busy on the phone.

"Xinglu, it's been a long time. What have you been up to lately?"

"Haha, Director Zhuo, what else could I be busy with? Just the same old job."

"Right, you're still running that public account, aren't you?"

"Yeah, it's been ongoing. What's up? Do you have a need?"

"Oh, that's good. Actually, I need a favor from you. This year, our Admissions Office recruited a promising student for the School of Mathematics. He's just a freshman but has already published an article in a world-class top mathematical journal. I was thinking we should really promote this, so I'd like to ask for your help in writing an article to spread the word."

"Eh? That's good news! No problem. Do you have the information?"

"I've already sent you the details via WeChat. I won't hide it from you—this kid's math talent was amazing even in high school. We managed to scout him out. Of course, the focus should also be on the achievement he made under the guidance of our professor."

"Wait a sec, let me check if the information is complete... Eh, Director Zhuo, there's no name of the kid in this material, only the professor's name?"

"Well, the child is too young; he's still underage. It's not good to make it too public.

Just emphasize how the Admissions Office has worked hard for recruitment, how our admissions counselor, Yu Chenggong, under the guidance of the Admissions Office's meticulous working policy, went deep into front-line high schools to thoroughly investigate quality students, and that you could also casually express the School of Mathematics professor's education philosophy of equal teaching for all."

"Oh! Hehe... I see! Director Zhuo, if you don't mind me asking, do you have someone who's not quite falling in line and you're looking to knock them down a peg?"

"What are you thinking about? Just focus on positive publicity, that's all."

"Okay, no problem. I haven't slept yet anyhow. Once you've sent all the details, I'll get the article written and publish it right away."

"Thank you so much, Brother Xinglu."

"You're the one to say 'thank you'? I should be thanking Director Zhuo for providing me with the material."

"Haha, let's leave it at that for now. I owe you a meal."

"Great!"

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Under the cover of night, countless wireless signals traversed through base stations, transmitting innumerable messages far and wide.

The complex information swiftly began to brew and ferment.

In less than half an hour, an additional video appeared on the official school promotion account.

The video background was simply a screenshot of a webpage showing the title of the paper.

However, the focus wasn't on the pure English screenshot. What really stood out were the prominent Chinese characters laid out at the center of the image.

"Congratulations to our school's prospective freshman for successfully publishing an article in the world-class mathematical top journal with the help of the School of Mathematics and Statistics' senior professor!"

In Qu Wenxiang's opinion, the person in charge of the school's new media video account, this statement was too crude.