A small stage rose about two stories high, and the host stood there.
The tables and chairs were placed somewhat haphazardly on the site, with no designated area for the host. Qiu Xi and the others had been curious about where the person would appear from, but they hadn't expected it to be from above.
"Hello, esteemed guests."
"Welcome, everyone, to this exchange meeting. I'm delighted to see you all here..."
After a series of uninspired words, the people below were growing impatient.
If it were an unexpected situation, they wouldn't be this way, but this year's exchange meeting was particularly strange. They couldn't quite grasp the underlying reason...
If the person speaking continued like this, the audience would likely start booing.
However, it was clear that the organizers were adept at managing such situations.
"I believe everyone is very curious about why a partition has been erected in the center of the venue. Now, I'd like to invite our chairman, Mr. Cole, to introduce it."
After the host finished speaking, a gentleman walked up from behind.
"I'm delighted to see you all here. I am Cole..."
"This partition that everyone is curious about is the highlight of this year's exchange meeting."
"This time, we've divided the venue into two halves with this partition. The side we're standing on is the venue for this exchange meeting, where everyone will engage in discussion and exchange later."
"As for the other side that everyone is curious about, you can all take a look behind you. The answer will be revealed shortly."
As he spoke, everyone slowly turned their gaze behind them.
"This?"
While the people present maintained a veneer of composure for the sake of appearances, they were inwardly speechless with astonishment.
They could actually come up with such a scene!
The front part of the exchange was for distinguished individuals, representatives from various countries. But separated by this partition, behind it were a group of students?
What was this?
An on-site observation?
They didn't understand.
The next moment, Cole's voice came through the microphone again.
"There's no need for you to be nervous. You can see them now, but they cannot see you yet."
"However, once the activities begin later, it will be you who cannot see them, but they will be able to see you."
"These young people you see behind are actually outstanding individuals in their respective academic fields. You needn't worry too much."
"They are here to learn and observe during this exchange meeting, and also to promote it for you. So, please don't be overly concerned."
"As for the background of these young people, they are from various countries and were personally selected by the organizers at the beginning of the event. There are no insider dealings."
This statement was truly like a bombshell.
Cole was indeed very direct to speak the word "insider dealings" so openly.
It was unclear if this was intentionally arranged by them.
After Cole finished speaking, the audience quieted down considerably.
They thought and guessed, but they never anticipated such an outcome.
This immediately put a lot of pressure on them.
Previously, they strived to perform well, but without pressure. Now, if they performed poorly, it would be quite embarrassing...
After all, so many people were watching. Setting aside those who genuinely wanted to exchange ideas, consider the few hidden rivals who were so cunning. The thought of making a mistake was unthinkable.
Even if previous exchanges didn't go well, once they left the venue, only those within the circle would know about it. Now that the influence had expanded, it had significantly increased the pressure on them.
After a short wait, Cole continued.
"Alright, next is the question-and-answer session. If there are no more questions from everyone, then we can proceed to commence today's exchange meeting."