Female Novel
Chapter 233
Colton said, “I’m good at multitasking. I can take notes during lectures while looking at something else.On the contrary, what can you remember with the limited capacity of your brain?”
Although Felix wasn’t sure how to refute Colton, he had to save himself from embarrassment. As such,he thumped the bed rail and yelled, “Well, tell me what the lecturer said about making a fortune?”
Colton chuckled in disdain. A few seconds later, he cleared his throat and replied, “Sure, I’ll tell you. Doyou know how did the 2008 financial crisis occur? Initially, some capitalists and speculators wished tomake a fortune through subprime mortgages by obtaining huge profits from their contracts with banksand insurance. In the end, none of them managed to make money, thus leading to the financial crisis.”
After listening to it, Felix asked, “Is the financial crisis that simple?”
“I simplified it so that you’ll understand it. If we were to discuss it seriously, I’m afraid we can’t finish it inthree days.”
While Felix was rendered speechless, Casper was surprised that Colton was knowledgeable. Caspernodded and said, “Indeed, speculations and finance are the easiest ways to make a lot of money nowbut will eventually lead to various negative consequences. We can only help build the nation togetherthrough hard work.”
Colton glanced at him and responded, “You’re right, but it is difficult to achieve! Finance is the firstchoice for many people to get rich in a short time. The greater the risks, the higher the returns. If youwish to work hard from scratch, I think at least eight to ten years are needed to be a little successful.”
Casper pondered over it throughout the night. Early in the morning, he grabbed the bag and rushed tothe classroom.
However, he didn’t intend to attend classes but wanted to meet the lecturer—a reputed economicsprofessor in Horington.
As soon as the class was over, Casper grabbed his bag and met him with the hope of asking him a fewquestions.
The professor pushed his glasses and scanned Casper from head to toe for a few seconds. Then, hesaid with a slight disdain in his eyes, “I’m so sorry. I’ve to leave due to an emergency. You can ask meagain when I’m free next time.”
Casper was sensitive and instantly detected the professor’s contempt toward him. Nonetheless, theprofessor hid his emotions well and didn’t humiliate Casper straightforwardly.
“Sure.”
Casper didn’t get angry because the professor declined his request politely. As such, he took a stepback to make way for the professor.
After the professor left, Casper heaved a sigh while carrying his bag. He was dissatisfied because hehad many unanswered questions.
“Well, since there are so many lecturers in Business University, I can ask Giselle if she knows anyaccomplished professors of economics.”
When Casper called Giselle, they exchanged sweet nothings for a while and promised to have a dateat night. After that, Casper asked if she knew any accomplished professors of economics in BusinessUniversity.”
“Prof. Sullivan! He’s a nationally acclaimed professor and will go overseas to give several talks everyyear,” Giselle answered without hesitation.
Casper let out a bitter laugh, for the lecturer he met just now was none other than Prof. Sullivan. “Iattended his class this morning, but he didn’t want to talk to me…”novelbin
“I see. Many people said to me that Prof. Sullivan is a snob. I didn’t believe them back then and thoughthe was a nice guy. Now that you said so, I guess he is only good at acting.”
Casper added, “Exactly. After all, my Gigi is probably the only one who isn’t obsessed with fame andfortune like the mediocrities.”
“You’re annoying!” Giselle pretended to grunt, “Anyway, another lecturer just came to my mind. Heused to be famous but hasn’t been selected as a professor, for he’s tactless and offended manypeople.”
Casper immediately asked, “Who is he?”
“His name is Wyatt Lane. Many think that he is a weirdo who doesn’t like to be restrained. However,he’s knowledgeable about economics. There was a time when he published an academic paper andinstantly caused an uproar.”
Giselle only knew that the university provided a house for him. As such, Casper decided to visit himbased on the information Giselle provided.
The bell rang when Casper knocked on the door.
As soon as the door was opened, Casper was greeted by a foul smell. Judging from Wyatt’s outlook,Casper guessed he probably hadn’t washed his hair for at least two months. Casper also noticed thathis face was unshaven and looked dirty.
It was the first time Casper thought those who judged him by his appearance were reasonable to acertain extent. After all, even Casper found it hard to believe that the man was a lecturer.
“Who are you?”
Wyatt rubbed his nose and didn’t care if someone was standing in front of him.
“He’s too carefree, isn’t he?” Casper murmured to himself in a low voice. Nonetheless, he still bowedpolitely and said, “I’m Casper Simpson, a student at Business University. I wish to ask you a fewquestions.”
Wyatt turned around to glance at his house. Perhaps thinking that it wasn’t a suitable place to welcomea guest, he said, “I see. What are your questions? If your questions are simple, I’ll stand here andanswer them right away.”
Instantly, Casper had a good impression of Wyatt, for he was not a snob like Prof. Sullivan.
Casper began to tell Wyatt the questions that he had pondered over last night. However, when he wasonly halfway, Wyatt picked his nose and interrupted, “Wait a second. Do you know that some of yourquestions are unrealistic? Your questions are neither about observing the market objectively normaking money subjectively. I mean, you’ll only be qualified and have the right to think about solving theproblems when you have tens of billions.”
Gazing at Wyatt, Casper could see the bewilderment in his eyes.
“Mr. Lane, let’s assume that I have the money. How should I solve the problems?” Casper dwelled on it.
Wyatt shook his head and responded, “It’s not difficult to make a fortune by joining the finance sector.However, one must always keep his feet on the ground. Thinking too highly of yourself will only bringyou harm. So, I would advise you to be cautious.”
Wyatt advised Casper out of sincerity, but Casper was determined to ask his questions. As such, Wyattput his hands behind his back and began to share his opinion. Meanwhile, Casper immediately took outhis notebook to jot down the points.
Although Wyatt looked disheveled, he was top-notched in his field. Apart from quoting many prominenteconomic theories effortlessly, his views were very unique and bold. As Wyatt finally finished, Casperhad already used three sheets of paper to jot down his points.
“Mr. Lane, are you thirsty? Let me get you a bottle of water.” Casper was touched, for Wyatt spentabout half an hour answering his questions whole-heartedly.
Before Casper moved, Wyatt held his shoulder and gazed at him. “I think you’re frugal. You don’t haveto spend the money on that. Anyway, learning new things is good for you, because I can tell that youstill haven’t grasped the basic knowledge. Also, you should play games less and read more. That’ll beall. I’m a bit sleepy now.”