Outside the auditorium.
It was already past 4 PM in the afternoon.
The mathematician from Cambridge University, Beck, looked at Zhang Ye with a face full of admiration. He said in standard English, "Zhang, your eloquence has really opened my eyes." They had been present the entire time and there was also an English translator translating for them, so they heard everything that was said clearly.
Zhang Ye said, "Is that so?"
Beck commented, "Even the best language teacher at Cambridge University would not be half as good at speaking as you." What kind of place was Cambridge? If Peking University was the highest educational institution in China, then Cambridge would be one of the highest educational institutions in the world. Their rankings were very different, so Beck's evaluation of Zhang Ye was obviously very high. It was not known if he was praising him or just speaking the truth. "I'm really starting to have some doubts now. Are you really a mathematician? In our mathematics world, how can there be someone so eloquent? "
Xin Ya said, "Peking University's Teacher Zhang graduated from a broadcasting major. Not only is he a mathematician, he is also a very outstanding host in China."
Beck clearly did not know, "Ah?"
The other mathematicians were also taken aback, "What?"
Only a few of the foreign mathematicians knew about Zhang Ye's background, so they were not surprised.
Zhang Ye sighed, "I'm not that outstanding. Professor Xin is just praising me. My results in hosting are still not up to the standard in our country. I'm just average, average." He was being modest, but that was indeed the case. Yes, he was not considered average, but in the hosting industry, he was at most considered to be an excellent host. As for the top hosts, he was still far from it. After all, he had never hosted a program on a nationally broadcast satellite channel before. He had only appeared on radio stations, local stations, or online television stations, so his qualifications were naturally lacking.
A German mathematician said, "I'm really looking forward to Professor Zhang's program."
Zhang Ye smiled and said, "Sure, if everyone is interested, I'll invite all of you to come to the venue the next time I do a program. I reckon that the next program won't be too far away." When he said that, his tone was filled with helplessness. However, he did not feel down at all. This fellow was quite open-minded.
The foreigners might not have understood or understood what he meant, but the Peking University teachers understood what Zhang Ye was implying. The next program wouldn't be too far away? That's right, it's time for you to make a show! After creating such a big mess today, it would be a wonder if you could still continue with your classes. The punishment would definitely not be light. Besides, many Peking University teachers felt that Zhang Ye was thinking too much by thinking of going to a television station to do a program. At this moment, no one knew if this matter could be resolved or how it would end. If you don't get banned again, you should be thanking the Gods!
The mathematicians left.
Zhang Ye sent them to the car and then went back with Dean Pan and the others.
Along the way, there were Peking University students passing by from time to time. When they saw Zhang Ye, they were all very excited and waved at him to greet him.
"Zhang laoshi!"
"Amazing!"
"Teacher Zhang, you're too awesome!"
"Good job!"
Many of the Peking University students did not manage to make it to the hall's welcoming party and were not present at the venue. They only heard about the scene from their classmates who came back. When they heard that Zhang Ye had led thousands of Peking University students to point at the Japanese political delegation and scold them as "idiots," many of the Peking University students felt their blood boiling just from hearing it. Many of the nationalistic youths were looking forward to it, regretting that they were not present at Centennial Hall at that time!
Zhang Ye also greeted everyone, but when he returned to the Chinese department's teachers' office, Peking University's punishment was announced!
Suspension!
Suspension of classes!
Students who had already signed up for Zhang Ye's elective classes could register to switch classes with other teachers within three days.
This punishment was announced by the department head, Chang Kaige. Suspension of classes meant that Zhang Ye's classes were suspended. Suspension meant that Zhang Ye's duties at Peking University were suspended, such as the Chinese department's lecturer or the Math department's lecturer. If this punishment had been any other time, it would have been very heavy. Suspension of classes and suspension of duties was a punishment that would only be meted out when a student had committed a serious mistake. But for the trouble that Zhang Ye had caused today, it seemed like the punishment was a little light?
This was only suspension?
Wasn't it a dismissal? Wasn't it an expulsion?
When Zhang Ye heard the punishment, he heaved a sigh of relief. This punishment was still within the range of what he could accept. He really did not want to lose his status as a Peking University teacher. It was not just because of the title and reputation, but also because of the time he had spent in school with the students. He had fallen in love with this place, the campus, and every cute student of Peking University. So of course, he did not want to leave just like that. Although the suspension did not mean that he despised it, and it was possible that he might even be dismissed from his position, but at least it kept Zhang Ye's hope alive. It meant that there was still a possibility of him resuming his classes in the future!
Chang Kaige looked at him, "Hai, you!"
The department secretary, Zhen Shuquan, also felt that he had not lived up to his expectations, "It's only the first day of school and you've already caused such a big mess. You can't even attend classes anymore, all because of a moment of carelessness. Don't you think you've suffered a loss?"
Suffered a loss?
But Zhang Ye did not think so!
He did not dare to say what he wanted to say. He did not dare to do what he wanted to do. If that was the case, then his entire life would be a loss. He would have to hold it in even in his coffin!
Chang Kaige said, "Go home and rest for a few days. Secretary Zhen and I will try to help you deal with the school's side. Let's see if we can get some leeway. But even if you can resume classes in the future, it won't be possible in a short period of time. I think you'll have to wait until next semester. You have to be mentally prepared."
Zhang Ye immediately said, "Thank you, Dean Chang. Thank you, Secretary Zhen. Look at the mess I've caused and the two of you to worry about me. It's alright, I'm fine. I'll accept the punishment."
Since he had done this, Zhang Ye was already prepared to bear the consequences. Anyway … it was not the first time. This fellow's expression was very calm, as though he did not mind it at all. If this punishment had happened to any other Peking University teacher, they would probably have fainted and felt like the sky had collapsed. They would have felt like they were at the end of the road, but Zhang Ye was different. He was someone who had been through a hundred battles. Suspension? Dismissal? Banning? Going to jail? What had he not done before? So this fellow's mental endurance was clearly not something an ordinary person could compare to!
Di di.
A text message came in.
Zhang Ye took a look and saw that it was a message from Dean Pan from the School of Mathematical Sciences.
There was only one line of words: "The title of associate professor will not be revoked. It is still yours. Take a break for a while. Everyone is waiting for you to come back."
The title of associate professor will not be revoked?
Zhang Ye knew that Pan Yang must have spoken up for him. Otherwise, with such a grave mistake, he would not have been able to keep his title of associate professor that had not gone through the legal process. Of course, it might also have something to do with Dale's Conjecture. An international mathematical conjecture like this was too significant. Even if Zhang Ye had committed a grave mistake, even Peking University would not dare to deny Zhang Ye's achievements. Perhaps this was also the reason why he was not revoked. Peking University had considered many aspects of the matter and decided to leave some leeway when they decided to punish him. Peking University was still protecting him. Although those school leaders had nearly been angered to death by him, in the end, they still had the intention of protecting him. From a certain point of view, this punishment could be considered as an explanation to the outside world and to the public.
Taking a deep breath, Zhang Ye quickly packed up the things on his desk. There weren't many miscellaneous items, so he picked them up and said, "Alright, I'm leaving."
Su Na was more emotional and her eyes reddened. "Teacher Zhang."
Professor Zeng was also not in a good mood. "Hai."
A young teacher from the Chinese department said, "Without you around, I really can't get used to it." Ever since Zhang Ye came to Peking University, he had brought a lot of drama to the Chinese department, but also brought a lot of joy. Usually, some of the teachers did not have a good relationship with Zhang Ye and did not speak much to him, but when they saw that Zhang Ye was about to leave, they felt a little disappointed.
Zhang Ye smiled and said, "It's fine. Who knows, I might be able to come back in the future. At that time, we can all work together again. I have a bad temper and always cause trouble, but as you all know, I'm not a bad person. I always say what I want to say. In the past, there were those who were on good terms with us, but there were also those who did not talk much. I thank everyone for all of this. Thank you all for taking care of me while I was at Peking University."
Su Na turned around and secretly wiped away a tear. It would have been better if Zhang Ye did not mention this, but now that he mentioned it, she could not help it. In Peking University, Su Na could be said to be Zhang Ye's closest colleague. They were not only colleagues, but also very good friends in private.
Professor Wu said, "Come back soon. We are all waiting for you."
A middle-aged female teacher nodded. "Right, we are all waiting for you."
"Let's go. Let's go downstairs together." Professor Zeng said.
Chang Kaige said, "Let's go. Everyone will send you off."
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