Chapter 845 -305: The Youngest Alumni Representative
Apart from Zhao Mingxuan’s father, many invited leaders also visited Class 982’s location to greet Su Zelin.
These people had sharp eyes, able to keenly see that this young man might have a promising future where he could command great influence; thus, it was necessary to establish a connection.
Then the school anniversary celebration began. The principal gave a speech first, thanking all alumni for attending and introducing the background, history, and glorious achievements of the school over the past fifty years.
Next, some distinguished alumni representatives were introduced, including leaders, professors, experts, and big company bosses, who also went onstage to speak and encourage the high school students present.
Su Zelin was among the campus representatives and was the youngest one.
Although he wasn’t remarkable during high school, he succeeded in university, becoming a proud example for his alma mater. 𝘧𝓇ℯℴ𝓂
Moreover, there couldn’t only be veterans giving speeches; the new generation needed a representative as well.
Thus, Su Zelin was the best candidate.
“Now, let’s welcome a young alumni representative. He was once our province’s top scorer in the English subject for the college entrance exam, recently graduated, and has become the Operations Director at a large digital enterprise chain, promising and full of potential. Please welcome our alumni from Class 982, Su Zelin!”
Actually, Su Zelin’s record at school was not very glamorous back then, characterized by poor grades and frequent disciplinary actions for violating school rules.
However, as long as you succeed, no matter how things were before, it won’t matter; others will only remember your current achievements, not the past.
The principal’s words had just fallen, and the room was filled with enthusiastic applause.
Many high school students were quite curious.
“Is Su Zelin the senior who drove a corporate car home as soon as he entered university?”
“So enviable; while others are struggling after graduation, he’s already at the pinnacle of life!”
“Just graduated recently, isn’t he a newbie? New Era is a big company; how could they make a newbie the Operations Director? How did he achieve it?”
“He’s definitely not a newbie. New Era is a digital product retail chain. It’s said that the first store back then was at Su Zelin’s university, where he worked part-time since freshman year. He’s been with the company for many years, totally a foundational and contributing veteran!”
“How do you know?”
“My mom and Su Zelin’s mom were classmates. Mentioned him a few times, even asked me to learn from him. Gosh, I have no such ability. I’ll be afraid even to work part-time once I enter university!”
“…”
Although they didn’t know Su Zelin personally.
Many had heard of this senior.
A quite legendary figure.
His high school grades were at the bottom, a problem kid often involved in fights and smoking, yet scored top in English exams.
After entering university, he suddenly seemed enlightened, became class president, achieved excellent results yearly, and transformed into a notable figure on campus.
Started with part-time, became a store manager, then promoted to manager, the original digital store grew into a prominent regional enterprise, and he became an executive at headquarters.
Since sophomore year, he drove the company’s business car home.
Though not from a prestigious university, in the whole of Class ’98 at the school, he’s undoubtedly the most successful graduate.
In a sense, Su Zelin is both legendary and a deviation; he overturned people’s perceptions of problematic students.
Some problematic students have succeeded after graduation, but being so successful while still in college is rare.
Due to being a representative speaker, Su Zelin arrived early at the VIP seats in front.
Upon hearing the principal’s words, he stood up, and slowly walked towards the podium.
Somewhere in the high school students’ seats.
“Eh, isn’t that the senior we saw at the school gate? Turns out he’s the legendary Su Zelin!”
The student who received Su Zelin earlier was quite surprised.
“Distinguished leaders, teachers, alumni, and all students of the school, hello. I’m Su Zelin. It’s an honor to be invited to attend my alma mater’s 50th anniversary celebration and speak as an alumni representative.”
With a smile, Su Zelin started speaking.
After a brief and courteous opening remark, he quickly transitioned into the main topic.
“Today, what I want to share are some heartfelt thoughts.”
“Back then at this school, I was quite famous, but not as a good student excelling in both character and academics.”
“In fact, it was quite the opposite. I used to be a problem student.”
“I didn’t like studying, had a flamboyant personality, was conceited, and acted as I pleased.”
“Fighting, smoking, climbing over walls, pulling girls’ braids… ‘no evil goes unpunished’ could describe me without exaggeration.”
At this point, many people below couldn’t help but laugh.
After listening to some alumni representatives boasting about their achievements, a representative self-revealing scandals seemed more interesting.
Qin Shiqing was also laughing.
Back then, Su Zelin was indeed such an annoying person, someone she both liked and hated for not living up to expectations.
Who would have thought he would become who he is today.
“Of course, I’m not encouraging everyone to be like me, but I want to share a truth – everyone grows from immaturity to maturity!”
Su Zelin continued: “I believe that among those present, I am certainly not the only one who was once youthful and frivolous. Many young people naturally have a rebellious spirit, believing they’re the center of the world and yearn to look more unique through this so-called rebellion, gaining others’ attention.”