"That's wonderful."
Zhang Wei and Ai Lixin looked at each other before breaking into satisfied grins.
This foreign-manufactured device was challenging to understand with its screen filled with various symbols, many of which were German abbreviations.
Having an expert to operate it was indeed a blessing.
Yan Yi's interview went smoothly, allowing the lab to recruit an extra pair of hands.
When Zhao Yi stopped by the lab that day, he warmly welcomed Yan Yi's addition, even suggesting a meal together as a celebration. Shortly afterward, he noticed Liu Chengjie's unusual behaviour.
Liu Chengjie usually kept a low profile at work.
But his demeanor was different today.
Liu Chengjie handed a cup of water to Zhao Yi, then gave another to Yan Yi, asking her considerately, "Professor Yan, is it hard being a lecturer?"
It seemed like a normal conversation, Zhao Yi didn't notice and continued discussing project matters with Ai Lixin.
But when he turned around...