Chapter 419
There were so many promotional activities, lobbying and speeches on campus, that it seemed like they were electing a state governor, senator, or even the president .
Ivy League universities were a natural cradle for politicians . Columbia was the Alma Mater of two American presidents, so it was a real breeding place for political talent .
The Chinese Student Union of Columbia also faced the same dilemma . Their last chairman had gotten an offer from CBS TV and taken advantage of it .
One could imagine the value of the position, as well as the advantages Zhang would gain if he succeeded .
Qin Guan worked daily, while Zhang was nervously trying his best .
Taking advantage of his position, he drove out the car of the union and got the sackbut and microphone ready . He had also printed posters and leaflets about himself, with the title "Cherish Constant, Steady Development" .
Standing on the busiest path of the campus, Zhang shouted at the students through his loudspeaker . Posters had also been pasted on all corridors in the buildings . On them, Zhang was smiling warmly at everyone in his school uniform, holding his books in his hands .
His assistants would hand out a leaflet to every student with an Asian face . Qin Guan and Cong Nianwei were idling around on campus, when they saw the scene . Zhang, who disliked Qin Guan, shouted at him through the microphone .
"Give me your vote, handsome boy! As a member of the union, I’ll do my best to help everyone . You must agree with my opinion and support our work . "
"I know you seldom participate in after-class campus activities, but I would like to hear your ideas . "
Are you kidding? You run for chairman and let me mind my own business . We live in different worlds .
Qin Guan and Cong Nianwei took a leaflet and left, feeling both confused and gloomy . Xu Xiaoxiao, who had also witnessed the whole thing, got angry .
Are you challenging Qin Guan? I know he has no interest in the election because of his tight schedule, but I’ll help him! I don't want to see your disgusting face again .
As Xu was thinking of a plan, Rongzhi got scared by the loudspeaker . His miniature flying robot nearly fell down on his head .
Your provocations are tasteless . You nearly destroyed my treasure! I’ll get back at you!
He almost vented his anger on Zhang .
Both Rongzhi and Xu were making plans against Zhang Dekai .
As an older student at Columbia, Xu was familiar with the routine of the elections . In 10 minutes, he had already made arrangements through his phone .
When he returned to the classroom, he stretched a hand out to Qin Guan . "Lend me some money . "
Qin Guan was confused . He was working on his homework .
"How much do you want?" He searched in his pocket .
"One thousand dollars for a start . . . "
What? I thought you were asking for change to buy a cup of tea .
"I put your name down for the chairman election . Give me some money for the campaign . I’ll be your sponsor . I’ll give you the money back tomorrow . "
"Don't forget, I am your benefactor . You don't need to thank me . "
Thank you for what? Did you even ask my opinion?
Qin Guan stared at him . "I have no time for this . It’s too much trouble . "
"I’ll do all the work for you . You just need to show up on election day . If you don't accept such favourable terms, I… I will cry myself to death right here in front of you!"
"What a miserable life!" Xu cried out .
Qin Guan covered his face . "Okay, okay . Just inform me in advance!"
He handed Xu his credit card . The matter had been settled .
. . .
The next day, the campus was livelier than ever . There were two Chinese girls in cheongsams standing on the road with colorful ribbons, showing their support for Qin Guan . They were distributing leaflets to the passersby .
On both sides of Zhang Dekai’s campaign car were two small campaign cars with posters of Qin Guan . He was smiling happily at the crowd .
His image was also on colorful balloons . The photos were clear enough for anyone to count his eyelashes .
The posters were of the same composition as Zhang’s, except for the fact that they were a little bigger . Compared to a professional model, Zhang looked ugly .
In half a day, all the Chinese students at Columbia had heard about the legendary candidate . His story could be turned into a novel .
"I know him a little . I saw his TV show in China before I came to the US . "
"Yes . He is also a student at Columbia . People in China said that he was a straight-A student . It’s true!"
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