Chapter 459 Whatever you fear will come true!
The sparse applause didn't sound very enthusiastic.
In fact, it wasn't that the contestants weren't enthusiastic, but they were all currently in a state of shock.
A variety show could actually invite the Vice President of the Academy of Science and Technology?
Damn !!!
Ordinary people might not know much about the three words 'Academy of Science and Technology', but it definitely didn't include the contestants present. They were too familiar with the Academy of Science and Technology; this was a place they yearned for immensely.
Accompanied by the sounding of music, Liang Chenglei's figure appeared on stage. After seeing him in person, the contestants spontaneously applauded.
Regarding Liang Chenglei's great name, the contestants present had more or less heard of it. If discussing influence in the international science and technology field, even the Dean of the Academy of Science and Technology couldn't compare to Liang Chenglei.
"Wow! The program team is really making a big move!"
"Saw Professor Liang in person, so excited!"
"Awesome, awesome!"
…
Only two people's performance was somewhat out of sync with the crowd. These two were naturally Ye Fan and Ning Xi.
"What a coincidence!"
"Indeed quite coincidental."
Ning Xi nodded lightly, "Gege, will Professor Liang reveal our details?"
A trace of bitterness appeared on Ye Fan's lips, "This… hard to say!"
Noticing the two whispering, Shen Li cast a rather curious gaze, "What secrets are you two talking about?"
"Nothing."
Ye Fan shook his head, his right finger pointing at Liang Chenglei on the stage, "Xiao Li, do you know Professor Liang?"
"Heard the name, this is the first time seeing him in person."
Shen Li glanced at the stage, her tone carrying a hint of uncertainty, "Professor Liang seems to have very high achievements in the field of science and technology, but I usually rarely watch news in this area, plus I was abroad, so I know very little."
Ye Fan sighed lightly, "Professor Liang's achievements are very formidable, especially in network technology and the aerospace field, he is a Mount Tai and Big Dipper - (leading authority) existence. For the program team to be able to invite him, it's indeed no small feat!"
Shen Li nodded, a trace of curiosity flashing in her eyes.
On stage.
Before Liang Chenglei could even walk up, the three guest judges all stood up to greet him, their attitude extremely polite.
"Professor Liang, long heard of your great name."
"Used to always see Professor Liang's figure on TV, never thought I'd see him in person today, excited!"
"Professor Liang, hello, I am Xia Jiuqi."
If speaking of who among the three was most unfamiliar with Liang Chenglei, it would definitely be Xia Jiuqi. After all, she was in the entertainment circle, had never paid attention to the science and technology circle. Moreover, the program team hadn't notified in advance, she had not a single bit of understanding about Liang Chenglei.
However, Xia Jiuqi wasn't stupid either. From the contestants' reactions, she could see how big Liang Chenglei's influence was, dared not be impolite.
"Hello, three teachers."
Facing the three's pleasantries, Liang Chenglei smiled and waved his hand, "Today is my first time participating in a variety show recording, please take good care of me, three teachers."
Pang Yunfei wore a troubled face, "Don't, Professor Liang, absolutely don't call us teachers, we… can't bear it!"
"That's right!"
Jin Jueping nodded with considerable agreement.
In terms of status, in terms of achievement; they couldn't even touch the edge. Liang Chenglei calling them teachers was really somewhat unbearable.
Hearing these words, Xia Jiuqi's heart tensed, mentally raising Liang Chenglei's status by several more degrees.
"Three teachers are too polite."
Liang Chenglei had no airs at all. His approachable smile made people feel very cordial. He walked to the leftmost seat and sat down.
He Dong walked over, patiently explained the subsequent recording segments to Liang Chenglei. Only after confirming Liang Chenglei understood the rules did he return to the front of the stage.
"Next, please have the large screen display the latest contestant rankings."
As his voice fell, rows of contestants' names appeared on the large screen.
Ranked first was not Shen Li. Through his stunning performance in the second round, Ye Fan successfully ranked first.
Shen Li ranked second, third was Ning Xi.
In the second elimination round, Ning Xi's performance was very stunning, but unfortunately her initial test ranking was too low, so she still couldn't surpass Shen Li.
Seeing this list, Liang Chenglei's first reaction was to rub his eyes. After confirming he wasn't seeing things, he quickly raised his hand to signal He Dong.
Ye Fan and Ning Xi, whose gazes had been fixed on Liang Chenglei, instantly their hearts skipped a beat.
Definitely discovered!
In fact, it was indeed so.
He Dong came to Liang Chenglei's side. Before he could open his mouth to inquire, Liang Chenglei spoke first, "Host, can you let contestant Ye Fan and contestant Ning Xi stand up for a moment."
Hearing this request, He Dong's face was full of astonishment, tentatively guessed: "Professor Liang, you know these two contestants?"
Liang Chenglei chuckled and replied: "This is still uncertain for now, will only know after seeing these two little ones."
Although he said so, he already had the answer in his heart.
Ye Fan caught Ning Xi's small hand, sighed helplessly: "Xiao Xi, can't hide anymore."
Ning Xi smiled wryly in a low voice. Accompanied by Ye Fan, she stood up.
Instantly, the gazes of almost everyone on site locked onto the two.
Seeing Ye Fan and Ning Xi in the last row, the smile on Liang Chenglei's face grew richer. He picked up the microphone beside his hand, "It really is you two little ones. Haven't you already obtained spots in the Academy of Science and Technology? Actually coming to participate in Brain Ladder, truly surprising!"
Originally coming to participate in the Brain Ladder recording today, Liang Chenglei was completely out of helplessness. Never thought he would actually encounter these two little ones here. The resentment in his heart instantly vanished without a trace.
Ye Fan spread his hands, smiled and asked back: "Professor Liang, can't participate in Brain Ladder after obtaining a spot in the Academy of Science and Technology?"
"That's true too."
Liang Chenglei stroked his beard and laughed heartily, turned his head towards the three on his right and spoke: "The program team is truly formidable, these two little ones are no ordinary figures."
Xia Jiuqi smiled beamingly and interjected: "Professor Liang, we all know these, Ye Fan and Ning Xi are both members of this year's Genius List."
Pang Yunfei and Jin Jueping nodded along.
Liang Chenglei nodded, glanced at the contestant introductions on the large screen, couldn't help but frown, puzzled, said: "The contestant introductions aren't detailed enough. These two little ones are not ordinary Genius List members."
"Oh?"
He Dong keenly smelled the scent of a big melon, "Looks like Professor Liang seems to know Ye Fan's and Ning Xi's Genius List rankings. Then can you tell us about it?"
Ye Fan supported his forehead.
Whatever you fear, comes!
Just a few sentences, and it got to the point...
"You don't know?"
"Don't know."
Xia Jiuqi shook her head and explained: "Professor Liang, Ye Fan and Ning Xi only said they are Genius List members, didn't mention their specific rankings at all."
Hearing this, Liang Chenglei's gaze looked down towards Ye Fan and Ning Xi below the stage, smiled teasingly: "The confidentiality period has already passed, why still be so mysterious?"
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