Ren Fei didn't know what to say when Jack Ma spoke like that.
After all, he was also a big shot. Even if his curiosity was overwhelming, he would restrain his inner impulses and suppress his curious thoughts.
"Mr. Ma, if you feel it's inconvenient, then forget it," Ren Fei smiled awkwardly.
"Actually, there are some things you're better off not knowing. Besides, haven't you already guessed? Let me put it this way, you were introduced by Old Li, right?"
Jack Ma retorted, asking Ren Fei a question.
Ren Fei nodded upon hearing this. He was indeed introduced by Old Li, there was no doubt about that.
After all, Old Li had spoken, and Xia Feng had to listen to Old Li.
"Old Li personally called to intercede for you. Otherwise, do you think Young Master Xia would help you? Moreover, Young Master Xia is a very patriotic young man. He agreed to Old Li's request because he saw that the business you're running is different."
"The fact is, Old Li only listens to Young Master Xia, not the other way around. Do you understand now?"
Jack Ma spoke in such a way that he revealed part of the story, but not the whole truth, though the general meaning was conveyed.
Ren Fei heard it very clearly. At this moment, he finally understood that Xia Feng's status had reached a level he could not imagine.
This feeling instilled a sense of fear deep within him.
Jack Ma looked at the stunned Ren Fei, patted his shoulder, and said, "You'll get used to it. These are minor matters."
Indeed, they were minor matters. Jack Ma had seen enough.
Having been to the Immortal Realm, were the affairs among mortals even worth mentioning?
Ren Fei nodded woodenly, like a dejected person, following behind Jack Ma without saying a word.
The events of the day were too shocking, and he hadn't recovered.
In the afternoon, Ren Fei discussed the plan with Du Labi De and others at the villa, while Jack Ma and the others were responsible for cooking.
Some were cleaning, and everyone had their own tasks.
By now, he could confirm one thing: these people were here to serve Xia Feng.
Ren Fei ate a casual dinner, and Jiang Xin escorted him out.
Ren Fei came and left quickly. At least the matter he needed addressed had been resolved.
For several days, everyone was idle. Besides eating, drinking, and bragging, they practiced martial arts in the morning, cleaned up in the evening, and watched the Twin Horses spar. Life was quite pleasant.
Soon it was time for the new semester to begin. Xia Feng planned to resign his professorship at Fudan University this year.
He would also transmit the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine to his students.
For everyone who received the inheritance, Xia Feng would read their physiognomy to ensure they did not harbor ill intentions and would not use medical skills to swindle money.
It was imperative to have a benevolent heart and to care for patients.
Making money was not wrong, as long as it was earned rightfully and not by betraying one's conscience.
"What goes around comes around; heaven spares no one."
Xia Feng went to Ou Kang'an's office. Upon seeing Xia Feng enter, Ou Kang'an quickly stood up and exclaimed, "Professor Xia, Happy New Year."
"Happy New Year, Principal Ou," Xia Feng nodded with a smile.
"Professor Xia, please have a seat. Let me make you some tea," Ou Kang'an gestured towards the sofa, inviting him.
After Xia Feng sat down, Ou Kang'an busied himself making tea. He poured a cup for Xia Feng first, then for himself, and handed the cup to Xia Feng, politely saying,
"Professor Xia, please have some tea."
Xia Feng picked up the teacup, took a sip, and said, "Principal Ou, I've come to see you about something today."
"Professor Xia, please speak," Ou Kang'an said, putting down his teacup and assuming an attentive posture. He only sat on the edge of the sofa.
"I am resigning from my professorship and preparing to leave Fudan University," Xia Feng stated directly.
Ou Kang'an had anticipated this day, so he wasn't very surprised when Xia Feng said it.
After all, he also knew that Xia Feng was invited by Old Li to teach for a period, not a permanent professor at Fudan University.
"Alright, Professor Xia. On behalf of Fudan University, I thank you for your past contributions. Fudan University will always retain your professorial title, and our doors will always be open for you. You are welcome to visit anytime you wish to come back," Ou Kang'an said very politely and also made arrangements for Xia Feng's future.
A professorial title was of little consequence to Xia Feng, or to Fudan University.
The key was that it showed Ou Kang'an's attitude.
"Alright, I will visit everyone when I have the time," Xia Feng nodded.
"Professor Xia, when do you plan to leave? Would you like to make a handover?" Ou Kang'an asked.
"No need. I will teach one more week's classes and impart all my knowledge to everyone," Xia Feng waved his hand.
"Very well. The students will be proud to have had you," Ou Kang'an praised.
After chatting in Ou Kang'an's office, Xia Feng went to his own office and called in Luo Hanxiang and Yun Yan.
Among his students, Xia Feng had the closest relationship with these two. Since Xia Feng was preparing to leave Fudan University, he needed to explain things clearly to them.
"Teacher Xia, Happy New Year."
Luo Hanxiang and Yun Yan entered Xia Feng's office with smiles on their faces.
"Teacher Xia, New Year's gift."
Yun Yan placed a small package on Xia Feng's desk.
"I have one too," Luo Hanxiang also gave a small gift.
"I don't have any New Year's gifts to give you, yet you're giving me gifts," Xia Feng said with a smile, teasing them as he accepted their small gifts.
This was their kind gesture, and Xia Feng wouldn't refuse.
"Hehe... wishing Teacher Xia a Happy New Year, how could we say it without a gift?" Yun Yan giggled.
"Alright, I'll accept them. I'll leave you a big gift before I go," Xia Feng nodded, accepting the small gifts.
Luo Hanxiang and Yun Yan were both taken aback.
Had they heard correctly? Xia Feng said he was leaving, leaving them?
"Teacher Xia, are you leaving the university?" Yun Yan asked, her heart aching as she waited for Xia Feng's confirmation.
Luo Hanxiang's face also turned a little pale, her anxiety mingled with fear.
They truly couldn't bear to see Xia Feng leave.
"Yes, I'll teach for one more week, and then I'll leave Fudan University," Xia Feng nodded definitively.
Luo Hanxiang and Yun Yan were speechless for a long time, neither of them saying a word.
They knew that all good things must come to an end, but they hadn't expected this day to arrive so soon.
Yun Yan's eyes welled up with tears, and she finally couldn't hold back, covering her eyes and beginning to sob.
Luo Hanxiang did the same, her voice choked with tears as she asked, "Teacher Xia, won't we have a chance to see each other again in the future?"
Xia Feng smiled and said, "I'm just leaving the university. Study hard, and you'll have opportunities to meet again."
Xia Feng looked at the two crying girls and comforted them, thinking what good girls they were, in the prime of their youth, so tender.