In the end, Su Qi's wife Zijin agreed to help promote her husband's and sister's new venture. After all, having seen Su Qi's trading statements, Wang Zijin knew her husband's capabilities well.
Being able to assist her husband lifted a weight off Zijin's chest. As for the salary she had jokingly mentioned, Su Qi responded, "Wifey Zijin, I'm not sure how much salary to give you. But my money is your money—take as much as you want!"
Hearing Su Qi's doting words, Wang Zijin couldn't resist embracing her before joining the discussion about starting the company.
Time quickly passed, and October 10th, Friday, arrived.
Today, the finance teacher Fang Shuai felt somewhat nervous. Why? Because today, he had a new teaching assistant.
This assistant was a former student he had once taught about stock trading, who had recently gained fame in the stock market as a "Stock God." Now, this Stock God stood beside him, along with her boss, Principal Lin Xiangdong. Fang Shuai felt a bit overwhelmed.
"Teacher Fang, is this how I should present it later?" Su Qi asked, unaware of Fang Shuai's inner turmoil. She was holding Fang Shuai's textbook, humbly seeking advice on the upcoming lecture content.
Fang Shuai nodded as he listened to Su Qi's professional analysis of stocks, impressed by her unique insights. He felt more at ease about the upcoming class.
Although Principal Lin had given Su Qi the title of intern teaching assistant, this status wouldn't be made public. If it were, despite Su Qi's abilities, her lack of formal qualifications might cause discontent among others.
Thus, Su Qi's lecture wouldn't be a simple finance course. Instead, she would share her views on the stock market, using her reputation as a Stock God to promote the school. If anyone questioned why Su Qi was teaching, Principal Lin had already prepared an explanation.
After all, nearly every post on the university's forum had comments requesting lectures from the Stock God. He could simply say he was responding to popular demand—who would find it strange for just one lecture?
Su Qi listened to Fang Shuai's instructions about topics to avoid during the lecture, such as recommending specific stocks or naming certain companies. She then went to visit other teachers, as she hadn't attended classes for a month since the semester began.
As a university student, Su Qi felt that even if she scored 100 on exams, missing so many classes without making amends with the teachers would likely spell trouble. In fact, if Principal Lin hadn't spoken to the teachers in advance, a student who had skipped classes for a month would typically receive a friendly warning about potential expulsion from their advisor.
Teacher Wu Liang looked at her former close friend Su Qi, now dressed in a black and white uniform suit. Her slender legs were encased in sleek black stockings, and her delicate feet wore high heels, making her appear more professional while accentuating her perfect figure.
As Su Qi approached gracefully, Wu Liang found it almost unbelievable. Although he knew Su Qi was a girl, each time he saw her, he was reminded of their past discussions about various "plays"—now a source of embarrassment. This time, perhaps due to the black stockings and high heels, Wu Liang felt that Su Qi exuded a completely feminine charm with every movement.
Su Qi, noticing her former teacher and friend's stunned expression, waved and said, "Teacher Wu Liang?" considering they were in the teachers' office with others present.
Hearing Su Qi's clear, girlish voice, Wu Liang snapped back to reality and began chatting with her. The more they talked, the more Wu Liang regretted her past obliviousness. How could he have spent nearly three years discussing her personal preferences with such a cute girl? The thought made her cringe inwardly.
After visiting Wu Liang, Su Qi approached English teacher Liu Li, who had always shown her great care. Liu Li observed how the once boyishly-dressed student had blossomed into a proper young woman, her once shoulder-length hair now cascading down her back. Thinking of the girl's recent achievements, Liu Li nodded approvingly.
Su Qi then visited several other substitute teachers. Not only did she avoid any scolding, but she also received a bunch of snacks.
Principal Lin quietly watched Su Qi bustling about, feeling a sense of accomplishment. After all, he had personally helped cure Su Qi's social anxiety. Seeing her confident demeanor now, Lin Xiangdong was reminded of another shy girl recently dubbed "Su University's little genius," wondering if he should help her overcome her timidity as well.
Fortunately, this thought was interrupted by the pre-class bell.
Su Qi, clutching her notebook and laptop to her chest, walked on her high heels, creating a rhythmic sound on the marble floor. As she passed, many students at Su University turned to look. If not for the familiar principal beside her, Su Qi would likely have been surrounded.
Under everyone's gaze, Su Qi slowly followed Principal Lin into the lecture hall. Upon entering, she was startled by the dense crowd. "Why are there so many people?" she wondered.
Su University's lecture halls were quite large, typically used for open courses like English or Political Theory, usually accommodating two classes together. Even with two classes, Su Qi thought there would be ample space for four. But now it was so crowded that seats meant for four were occupied by six, with people even standing in the aisles, reminiscent of a crowded green train during Spring Festival travel.
Suddenly, someone spotted Su Qi and shouted, "The Stock God is here!"
The scene quickly became chaotic.
"The group leader is here!"
"Empress, please recommend some stocks!"
"Flying Beauty! Flying Beauty!"
"Quiet everyone, today she's Teacher Su!"
As the crowd grew rowdy, with some even trying to rush forward, Principal Lin Xiangdong, standing beside Su Qi, spoke up:
"Silence! No commotion in the classroom!"