Qin Siyang's expression was a bit awkward.
Wang Bozhong's meaning was very clear. He wasn't qualified.
If he couldn't suppress the anger from above, no one would protect him, this mere tool.
Although he was indignant, Dean Wang was speaking the truth, so he didn't take it out on him.
"Alright, I understand. Thank you, Dean Wang, for the explanation."
With Wang Bozhong laying out the conditions, most of the university presidents no longer embarrassed themselves and took their leave.
This condition was something they had no chance of competing with.
First, there was Heavenly Research Institute recruiting people with sky-high salaries; then, there was Earthly Research Institute achieving independent research.
If universities wanted to recruit Li Tianming and his team, they had to offer even more enticing conditions in other areas.
Perhaps only a few of the Four Glories and Five Pillars universities could manage that.
As for the universities below the very top tier, their presidents had come with a mindset of picking up the scraps. Now that the opportunity had been completely blocked, they might as well exit gracefully.
Qin Siyang still expressed his gratitude to each university president and even exchanged contact information.
Over half an hour passed, and Qin Siyang's phone contacts had increased by dozens of names.
Whether he would actually contact them or if he was just putting on a show, only he himself knew.
At this moment, the president of West Glory University, Yan Mohui, adjusted his glasses and spoke: "There are still a few too many people sitting here."
"Since several of you haven't spoken yet, why don't we at West Glory University take the lead and set the benchmark?"
"Qin Siyang, tuition is completely waived. If you enter West Glory University under special admission status, you can choose one privilege at will. Scholarships and sequence potions will be provided at the level of a university lecturer. Any research results our school develops based on Vine Core must be shared with you, and you will have the right to use them."
"As for Professor Li and his team, we will offer our strongest support. Funding, resources, and priority allocations. Your research results can remain entirely under your control. However, we hope that, at appropriate times, you can provide some technical support to the university as a form of reciprocation."
"Additionally, West Glory University's research on God-Hunting Armaments is in no way inferior to that of Earthly Research Institute. Any related benefits offered by Earthly Research Institute, our university will match them."
After Yan Mohui finished speaking, the president of South Pillar University shook his head helplessly: "President Yan, you're really not leaving us any opportunities."
"With these conditions, aside from the other Three Glories universities, who else can compete with you?"
Yan Mohui smiled faintly, "Some things can be conceded, some things must be fought for."
"Since President Yan is determined to win, I have nothing more to say. Best of luck to you."
The president of South Pillar University sighed, got up, and left.
Following him, other university presidents from the Five Pillar universities also departed reluctantly.
Though the Four Glories and Five Pillar universities were mentioned together, everyone knew there was a clear gap between them in terms of heritage and strength.
West Glory University had directly offered the highest possible conditions, setting a benchmark that the Five Pillar universities simply couldn't reach.
If they insisted on inflating their offers beyond their means, it would likely impact the normal operations of their schools.
There was even a chance that before Li Tianming and his team produced any results, their schools would collapse first.
As much as they coveted Li Tianming's team, they weren't going to drink poison to quench their thirst.
Thus, they could only leave in silence.
The once-bustling conference room gradually emptied out.
After three rounds of offers, people left one after another.
Now, only six individuals remained at the negotiation table with Qin Siyang and Li Tianming.
Chu Zhongxiong, President of Heavenly Research Institute.
Wang Bozhong, President of Earthly Research Institute.
Yan Mohui, President of West Glory University.
Liu Yingrong, President of East Glory University.
Zhao Longfei, President of South Glory University.
Han Shuo, President of Central Glory University.
Qin Siyang knew that now that the table had been cleared, those still sitting here were the ones who truly had the qualifications to negotiate.
Three had already made their offers.
Now, it was time for the remaining three to speak.
Liu Yingrong smiled slightly and spoke up.
"President Yan's offer is indeed very tempting. He even stated that Professor Li's research results would be 'completely self-owned.'"
"However, as everyone knows, West Glory University is built next to all sorts of odd mineral deposits and spends all day researching mutated ores and God-Hunting Armaments. When it comes to sequences and gods, their research is not ideal. In some aspects, they might not even be as good as South Pillar University."
"For experts like Professor Li's team, who specialize in sequence studies, the apocalypse, and gods, going there is essentially a form of 'technological aid.'"
"In such a case, for President Yan to insist on Professor Li sharing his results, I find that a bit excessive."
Yan Mohui cleared his throat, "President Liu, just state your offer. There's no need to drag me down as a stepping stone."
"My offer is mostly the same as President Yan's."
"However, East Glory University cannot support Professor Li's research team keeping all of their research results to themselves. You will be required to periodically participate in our university's professor exchange conferences, collaborate with others on research directions, and tackle some major challenges together. Once the assigned projects from these conferences are completed, you can conduct your own research freely."
"We don't have the rich mineral resources of West Glory University, so we can't match their offer regarding God-Hunting Armaments. However, East Glory University's business operations are the most outstanding among all universities. Many of our alumni hold key positions in major enterprises within the Safe Zones."
"Even if we can't match Heavenly Research Institute's salary, we can offer benefits similar to Earthly Research Institute."
Liu Yingrong's offer surprised even Qin Siyang.
It combined the advantages of both universities and research institutes.
For Li Tianming and his team, it was very enticing.
But for Qin Siyang?
Not nearly enough.
At this moment, Han Shuo, President of Central Glory University, spoke slowly: "Before I make my offer, I must first apologize to Professor Li. Back then, I knew you were falsely accused, yet I couldn't do anything to help."
Li Tianming shook his head, "No need, President Han. I understand the position you were in. The fact that you remained neutral despite the pressure was already commendable. The past is past; I hope you don't dwell on it."
Han Shuo nodded and continued: "Our offer is similar to East Glory University's."
"However, Central Glory University lacks West Glory's geographical advantage and East Glory's wealthy alumni network. But what we do have is the strongest research team and the best students."
Han Shuo stroked his long beard, "If we're talking about hunting gods and securing research resources, we at Central Glory excel above all others. Professor Li, you should know this well from your time at our university."
"Moreover, many of your former colleagues are still at Central Glory. If you choose to collaborate with them, everything will proceed much more smoothly."
Now, the only one who hadn't spoken was Zhao Longfei from South Glory University.
Everyone turned to look at him.
Zhao Longfei, looking rather uncomfortable, wiped his scarred head and muttered: "Damn it… Every single one of these offers is better than what we at South Glory can provide."
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