After a good rest, Qiu Xi spent the entire day of free time with Teacher Ding for training.
In her master's words, with the start of school approaching, it meant the competitions were also nearing, so she had to seize the remaining time for intensive training.
As for his own curriculum, according to his plan, his little disciple had already learned most of it. For a long time to come, she would only need to practice diligently and review what she had learned.
Thus, for Qiu Xi's competition preparations, Du Bin even took over for Ding Yujing at times, helping with the little disciple's training sessions whenever he was free.
...
A few more days passed.
Just as she finished her training session under her master's supervision today and was about to rest, Qiu Xi saw a message from Teacher Su pop up on her phone.
Clicking on it, she saw it was good news!
It was posted by Teacher Su in their project group chat, stating that the client had replied that morning, the proposal had been approved, and the final payment for the project funds would be transferred in the next couple of days.
This was truly great news!
After working on the project for almost a month, they were finally seeing the fruits of their labor!
So, in the small group of just five people, including Su Yihua, messages began to flood in.
With just Wu Yan Hua and Lu Qing Yi alone, the messages quickly reached over 99+.
Having some free time, Qiu Xi looked at her phone screen and happily joined the group chat.
"Ah! Xiao Xi is here too!"
"Perfect! The main contributor has appeared. When can we go out for a meal and have a small gathering?"
"Yes, let's celebrate."
"Mhm, I think so too."
Seeing their messages, Huo Jin Yu, who had been lurking, also chimed in.
Clearly, he hadn't forgotten the promise to treat his junior sister to a big meal to show his gratitude.
Qiu Xi didn't have any particular thoughts about it; the task was completed together.
However, a small gathering was still a good idea.
"Sure, we can go out to celebrate the successful completion of this project."
After all, they had worked together for so long, and apart from the initial simple meal, they hadn't gone out together since.
Now that the project was confirmed successful, it was indeed something worth celebrating.
"Okay!"
"Teacher Su, you have to come too!"
Seeing that Qiu Xi had no objections, the other three began to urge Su Yihua.
Su Yihua had been watching for a long time; in fact, he was planning to say something himself.
This project had indeed been taxing on these students, and they might have to work hard for a while after school started.
Therefore, this meal was deserved, and he, as their teacher, should be the one treating.
"Alright! You all arrange it, and we'll go out for a good meal on the company's dime."
"Teacher, are you serious?"
The students were surprised by this unexpected bonus!
Su Yihua smiled faintly and said, "Of course, such a big project, and completed beyond expectations, is all thanks to you. So, this small meal is affordable with the project funds."
"Great!"
Hearing this, Wu Yan Hua, the instigator, immediately took charge of the arrangements.
"Since Teacher Su said so, I'll handle this. I'll post the chosen venue in the group once it's decided."
"Okay, it's up to you then."
"Mhm!"
After agreeing on the matter, Wu Yan Hua sent the message to the group that evening.
The date was set for two days later, not too rushed, and perfectly timed.
Coincidentally, the very next day after the decision was made, Su Yihua received the final payment from the client company.
It was truly fast!
Having dealt with similar work for many years, this was the first time he had encountered such a prompt client.
Even more surprising to him was that Gu Shicheng had personally sent him four offer recommendation letters.
He didn't even need to look to know they were for his four students.
This was truly an unexpected surprise!
He had taken on this project through a back door to connect with Gu Shicheng, otherwise, he wouldn't have known a person in charge of such a large company.
Therefore, receiving these extras clearly showed their recognition of these four children.
Thinking of this, Su Yihua, who had planned to immediately disburse the money to the four students, paused.
He decided it would be better to give it to them in person during the dinner.
With that thought, time flew by until the dinner gathering.
Since the time was set for the evening, it indirectly saved Qiu Xi the trouble of asking for leave from her master.
She had put in her best effort during the day to get things done.
Song Dai Yao had also wanted to join, but upon hearing it was her group's gathering, she became dispirited and focused on her training.
...
In the evening.
Qiu Xi arrived at the dinner location punctually as everyone had agreed.
Upon arrival, she found that her two senior sisters were already waiting in the private room.
Wu Yan Hua and Lu Qing Yi greeted Qiu Xi warmly as she entered.
"Xiao Xi, come over and sit. I've already reminded them about the dishes, and they can be served once Teacher Su arrives."
"Okay~"
"Thanks for your hard work, Senior Sister~"
"Hehe~ It's nothing!"
"Come over quickly, before they arrive, let's take a photo."
They had worked together for so long, but they hadn't taken a proper photo, which was a shame!
Little Junior Sister's face!
They really should take a photo together! She was too beautiful!
Compared to handsome guys, she preferred pretty little fairies like this!
So, a commemorative photo was a must!
Looking at the enthusiastic Wu Yan Hua, Qiu Xi couldn't help but want to smile.
Her senior sisters were still so cute!
So, Qiu Xi happily walked over, and the three girls, with their endless creativity, took many photos in just a short while.
As they were selecting the photos, they turned and saw Huo Jin Yu walking in with Teacher Su.
The three immediately put away their phones, "Teacher Su, you're here!"
"Please sit!"
Seeing that everyone had arrived, Wu Yan Hua called the waiter and told them they could start serving the dishes.
As the dishes were served, the five people at the table raised their glasses in celebration.
However, just as they were about to start eating, Su Yihua stopped them.
"Wait a moment, let's eat after this."
At such a happy occasion, the happiness should be amplified.
With that, Su Yihua took out his phone and made some operations.
Then he said, "Take out your phones and take a look."
He had originally thought the students would hear the notification, but their good habit of keeping their phones on silent had caused him to miscalculate.
No other option, so he had to remind them.
When Su Yihua spoke, the four students looked at their phones with some confusion.
Wu Yan Hua was the quickest. As soon as she opened it, she saw a transfer notification pop up.
Clicking on it, her mouth fell open.
"Teacher Su!"
"Is this our labor fee?"
Everyone knew that they were following the teacher on projects to gain experience and enrich their resumes, and they received little to no money.
That's why Wu Yan Hua was so surprised.
In the past, when working with Teacher Su, they would occasionally receive a labor fee, but never this much.
At most, it was around one or two hundred yuan, but this time, it was a direct transfer of a full 1500!
"Teacher Su!"
"Did you add an extra zero?"
Lu Qing Yi also, upon seeing the money, doubted if Teacher Su's hand had slipped or if he was having an off day.
"Teacher Su, don't be embarrassed, we'll transfer it back right away."
Huo Jin Yu, who usually spoke little, honestly tried to transfer the money back.
Su Yihua watched them, and even the little girl Qiu Xi looked at him with doubt, causing his expression to darken!
"......"
Were all his students foolish?
"I didn't make a mistake; it's really this much......"
However, before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted.
Wu Yan Hua voiced the thoughts of everyone present, "That's impossible!"
"......"
After repeated doubt, Su Yihua lost his temper.
"It would normally be impossible, but this project, in a way, was negotiated by yourselves."
"Coupled with the innovative ideas you proposed, I requested a higher price from them when signing the contract, so the price was significantly higher than you requested."
"In addition to the project's own funds, this is indeed the amount of money."
"However, I did deduct a small portion because you will have a paper to write after school starts, so I'll keep it for publication."
"......"
Su Yihua's explanation made them understand, but it also left them somewhat confused.
They hadn't been told they needed to write a paper before.
Teacher Su's requirements were truly high......
However, they wondered if they could also gain some benefit from this...
...
Apart from Qiu Xi, the three soon-to-be seniors had already started focusing on their papers.
However, they didn't dare to say it out loud, only thinking about it secretly.
Su Yihua watched them without comment and directly took out the recommendation letters he had brought.