Chapter 289: Grumpy Old Man
Ji You began to listen to the lecture, and as she did, she felt something odd about it. For instance, when Professor Ye Hong said this: "The discipline of Materials is foundational. It appears simple, but becoming an expert in this field requires more than just a casual effort. Some people in our department study Materials, then move on to study Mechanical Manufacturing and Mecha Battle... They want to grasp everything, learn everything, thinking they’re a jack-of-all-trades, but in reality, they’re nothing but mediocre—mediocre and foolishly unaware of it!"
"Our ancestors had a wise saying, ’Biting off more than one can chew,’ which perfectly describes such people! Therefore, I hope that whether you are present here or watching the downloaded videos on your screen, you all grasp this concept. Cut your losses in time, turning back is the way forward!"
Ji You: "..."
Although it felt strange, it definitely wasn’t about her.
So, she continued listening.
Then—
Professor Ye Hong glanced at the screen and suddenly added, "Here, let me clarify one thing, because some mediocre people think they are omnicompetent and aren’t attending the lecture in person, I can’t guarantee they will hear everything I say, listen attentively. But as a professor, whose role is to impart knowledge, resolve doubts, and guide, I still have to say: I review every assignment submitted by the students, I personally check them, and the feedback I give to each one is fair and just, without any hidden agendas! Therefore, I hope all my students listen carefully and complete their assignments with diligence—because—I do not wish to receive any more assignments that are devoid of any highlights and yet the author is self-congratulatory!"
"Let’s continue with the lecture."
Ji You: "..."
Ji You smacked her lips, convinced that she was overthinking it. The student that Professor Ye Hong was seriously criticizing couldn’t possibly be her.
Absolutely.
Definitely.