Starting from a Fake University
Chapter 1632 - 860: Is This Mist City Arts and Science University?

Chapter 1632: Chapter 860: Is This Mist City Arts and Science University?

Wow.

Ding Yue thought his dad’s responsibility for water and electricity might have been unstable recently, or the workers didn’t do a good job, causing Mist City Arts and Science University to experience frequent power and water outages in the past month.

Turns out there’s a reason for it.

"Yeah, that’s the right thing to do. While there aren’t many people around now, quickly eliminate all safety hazards related to water and electricity, and promptly modify any necessary pipelines and circuits. This way, once new students report and settle in our school, we can fully guarantee water and electricity, avoiding last-minute panic."

Ding Yue nodded with satisfaction and said.

After speaking, Ding Yue turned to his mom, Zhang Yuping, and said with a smile, "Mom, you see, Dad is quite foresighted, right? This month’s water and power cuts, try to understand, it’s also to prevent future outages."

"Hmph."

Zhang Yuping glanced dismissively at her husband.

Ding Jianjun proudly said, "Of course, you need to see what kind of expertise I have."

As a water and electricity worker, Ding Jianjun has been studying more advanced professional knowledge in water and electricity at Mist City Arts and Science University over the past few years, leading to the current proactive planning.

"Dad, you’re amazing!"

Ding Yue gave his dad Ding Jianjun a thumbs up.

I have to admire my dad Ding Jianjun; even while working, he has such a powerful learning ability. Technically, my dad Ding Jianjun isn’t a student at Mist City Arts and Science University, right?

So he doesn’t enjoy Mist City Arts and Science University’s study perks. Wow, did he learn higher level professional knowledge in water and electricity independently? If that’s the case, that’s truly impressive.

"By the way, Dad, our South Campus is being built, so when it’s ready, could you oversee the water and electricity network there?"

Seeing how capable his dad is, it’s naturally the best choice to entrust his dad with the management and responsibility of the water and electricity in the newly built South Campus.

"Sure."

Ding Jianjun nodded without hesitation.

It’s a must to support my son’s privately run college business; my wife supports the canteen, so I’ll support the water and electricity aspect, ensuring the most basic service for the 200,000-300,000 students at Mist City Arts and Science University. To be honest, it feels pretty happy and proud, especially seeing how Mist City Arts and Science University has made a tremendous contribution to the country and society in these years.

"But son, the manpower I currently have is only enough for this campus. With the South Campus building such a large school, hiring more staff is definitely necessary, and maintenance costs will increase, is that okay?"

Ding Jianjun voiced his considerations and concerns.

After all, with the current manpower, maintaining this 7,000 acres campus and gradually building by next year’s South Campus would indeed be overwhelming.

"Recruiting appropriate water and electricity workers is a given; Dad, feel free to recruit as you see fit. As for costs, don’t worry at all. We need to ensure safe use of water and electricity while also guaranteeing school utilities; however high the maintenance cost, it’s not an issue."

Ding Yue assured.

Regarding finances, perhaps Dad doesn’t have a precise idea of how much money I can raise, but Ding Yue knows.

Even if school water and electricity maintenance requires millions, tens of millions, or even billions annually, that investment is necessary since water and electricity are the most basic assurance for Mist City Arts and Science University.

Without water and electricity, people basically cannot live normally nowadays.

Moreover, the water and electricity sector is different from the canteen that Mom Zhang Yuping handles. Water and electricity require constant spending, including maintenance costs and workers’ wages; it incurs expenses without earning options.

But the canteen is different. Although it also incurs high costs like purchasing various fresh produces, vegetables, meats, etc., the canteen is not free; students need to pay, so Mist City Arts and Science University’s canteen practically doesn’t require any expenditures because it can already earn money to maintain its operation.

Except for the large expansion phase, Mom Zhang Yuping seldom asked Ding Yue for money, and she can even make a good profit annually. After all, most of the 100,000-200,000 students at Mist City Arts and Science University choose to eat at the school canteen, which generates significant income every day.

This is just considering Mist City Arts and Science University’s canteen meals are fairly priced. If priced like other private colleges, it could make insane profits.

"Alright, no problem. When the new campus is built, I’ll take people over to handle the water and electricity installations. Son, don’t worry about this matter, just focus on improving Mist City Arts and Science University’s teaching and making more contributions to Xia Country!"

Ding Jianjun earnestly advised his son.

"Yes, yes."

Ding Yue nodded, then looked at his mom, Zhang Yuping, "Mom, as for the canteen, it’s still up to you. When the South Campus is established, make sure there’s no disparity."

"I know, I already have some arrangements."