National Top Stream

Chapter 117

Countless media gathered together, because of Zhuang Weiran's affairs, everyone was chatting about it. Some media waited at the gate of the community for several days but did not wait for Zhuang Weiran, they could only wait until now.Without the exclusive news, even major international news media such as the French News Agency, Lu Reuters, Lighthouse News, etc. came to the scene.

Longcheng paid too much attention to it, originally thought that only the domestic media would come, but he didn't expect that the three words Zhuang Weiran were so attractive, so many domestic and foreign media would come.

Even the police had to arrange security around the Zhenxing Group. He Zhenguo, the deputy chief of the Longwan District, was also on the front line in command, followed by the city bureau.

Dozens of media came, and even some domestic scholars who were moved by the news were all present.

Before Zhuang Weiran arrived, everyone had already arrived and started chatting.He Ruiming and Wei Yaoyang were sent to act as security guards. The two stood in front of the gate, watching the foreigners coming in and out. He Ruiming complained in a low voice, "Why are there so many people from foreign countries?"

Wei Yaoyang shook his head, expressing that he was not too clear.There are relatively small media outside, because there is really no place, so they can only wait outside.Seeing these reporters gearing up with their cameras one by one, Wei Yaoyang felt quite scary.

The car was parked in front of the gate of Zhenxing Hotel, and a reporter asked, "Who will come down this time?"

"It seems to be the car of Dragon City University? Could it be the principal of Dragon City University?"

The young man stepped out of the car door, and someone yelled, "It's Zhuang Weiran."

The reporter raised the camera and took a quick picture of Zhuang Weiran. Zhuang Weiran who got out of the car was smiling, dressed in a decent suit, and walked into the Zhenxing Hotel. The security guards directly stopped the reporters.It was like a celebrity walking a red carpet, Zhuang Weiran complained in his heart, and walked into the Zhenxing Hotel.Led by the hotel staff, they came to the scene of the press conference.

Because such a large domestic and international newspapers participated in this press conference.Mayor Xie of Longcheng City also had to get involved. He and Chen Zhong also came to the scene. It can be said that Zhuang Weiran came late. As the main target of the media, Zhuang Weiran's arrival also represented this press conference. can officially begin.

Director Zhou patted the microphone lightly, "Hello, ladies and gentlemen, I am the dean of the Mathematics Department of Longcheng University." Solemnly announce that Professor Zhuang Weiran will be the professor and doctoral supervisor of the Mathematics Department of Longcheng University from now on."

"Next, friends from the media are invited to start asking questions." After Director Zhou finished speaking, the already impatient media began to raise their hands, ready to ask Zhuang Weiran.

Seeing the media who raised their hands, Director Zhou glanced casually, "This reporter friend, can you ask me a question?"

This is a reporter from Huaguo Daily. The reporter got up and said with a smile, "Professor Zhuang, why did you choose Dragon City University? What do you think Dragon City University gives you compared to Princeton University?"

"In fact, everyone knows the choice of Dragon City University." Zhuang Weiran said sincerely, "The first choice, everyone knows that I am from Dragon City, right?"

The reporter nodded slightly. As reporters, how could they have not done these homework.Zhuang Weiran is a native of Longcheng, and has stayed in Longcheng for more than ten years, and found that his parents are also from Longcheng.

"My grandfather is the principal of Dragon City University, and everyone knows it very well." Zhuang Weiran continued, "Grandpa has undoubtedly helped Dragon City University in the development of mathematics and theoretical physics."

"It's very easy for me to choose Dragon City University, because my grandfather is the principal of Dragon City University, I am from Dragon City, and my parents are both in Dragon City." He paused, "After returning to China, my first choice must be Dragon City University. "

"Then, do you think that your grandfather is the principal of Dragon City University, so you came to Dragon City University?"

"It can be said that my grandfather has deep feelings for Longcheng University." The reporter asked the question very softly, not questioning or questioning, just doubting.He also smiled and responded to others, "Grandpa devoted a lot of effort to the Department of Mathematics and Physics of Dragon City University, not to mention that when I was in Dragon City, I often secretly went to Dragon City University to attend lectures. I think Dragon City University is actually I can improve to a higher level, and I have great confidence in the Department of Mathematics and Department of Physics of Yongsong University."

"So, I came to Dragon City University."

"As for what you said, what is the difference from Princeton University?" Zhuang Weiran was silent for a while, "There are indeed many differences. For example, Princeton University is a de facto center for mathematics. I think there is no way to refute this. For example , Princeton University has the most mathematics masters. Dragon City University does not have any. It is considered a better school in China, but it is not enough to be seen internationally. I try to compete with international students in mathematics and physics. on par with better colleges.”

"Perhaps this is the path that Longcheng University needs to take." Zhuang Weiran looked at Director Zhou, "Of course, this is my suggestion, Director Zhou, and you don't need to mind. I just said it casually, I have never done anything like this , A lot of things require collective efforts. It’s just a family’s opinion, just talk about it.”

"In short, compared with Princeton University, Dragon City University is very immature. Returning to Dragon City University to teach is because I want to try in the footsteps of my predecessors."

"Thank you for your answer, Professor Zhuang." The reporter sat down satisfied. It is impossible for Huaguo Daily to make trouble.

But then those foreign journalists were different. They adhered to the principle that if you don’t cause trouble, you’re here in vain, and they especially want to cause trouble.The second person who got up to ask questions was a reporter from the Lighthouse Society, because he was originally from the Lighthouse Country.Naturally, he wants to speak for the Beacon Country, "Professor Zhuang."

After he got up, he behaved quite gracefully, "I would like to ask where Professor Zhuang has been for more than a month? And does Professor Zhuang know that the academic world is very concerned about your news? Do you think you are fooling the whole world?" The world? For your behavior, do you think you should apologize, or do you still want to play with the whole world?"

Zhuang Weiran smiled calmly, "Hello, I was really wrong for more than a month, and I am sorry for worrying many friends at home and abroad. But why I disappeared for more than a month, with all due respect, I can't say. "

Zhuang Weiran's attitude of keeping silent on this matter is very strange. The reporters instinctively wanted to find out why Zhuang Weiran kept silent.What has he experienced in the past month or so, and when did he return to China.

"As for you saying that I am fooling the world, or playing tricks on the world, I don't agree. I have never had such an idea, and I believe they can understand me." After Zhuang Weiran finished speaking, he stopped talking.

Director Zhou continued, "Then, is there another reporter to ask?"

The third was a reporter from Lu Reuters. He stood up, took off his felt hat, and bowed slightly to Zhuang Weiran to show his respect.

Zhuang Weiran complained silently in his heart, wearing a felt hat in such a hot weather, it can be seen by the crowd at a glance, it is also very British.

"Professor Zhuang." The reporter from Lu Reuters asked, "You disappeared in Oxford University, which caused Oxford University, a noble and ancient school, to suffer slander for more than a month. Do you have anything to say about this? ?”

Zhuang Weiran looked at the reporter from Lu Reuters and did not speak. He knew that the reporter's question had not been finished, "And, have you obtained Mr. Grothendieck's manuscript?"

"Thank you, Mr. Lu Reuters reporter, for your question." Zhuang Weiran said with a smile, "I have written a letter of apology to Oxford University, and Oxford University has stated that it will not pursue my mistakes. I admit that in this respect I am It was not thoughtful and caused a certain degree of turmoil. But Mr. Reporter, are you a student who graduated from Oxford University? In what capacity are you accusing me?"

The reporter's face was slightly flushed, and his fingers were trembling slightly. He was indeed not a student who graduated from Oxford University, not even Cambridge University.

He also didn't expect Zhuang Weiran to send a letter to Oxford University first, making such a joke.

But what he said next caused a lot of exclamations from the audience.

"As for Mr. Grothendieck's manuscript." Zhuang Weiran paused, looking at everyone in the audience with sharp eyes, "I didn't want to announce this matter, and it was also Mr. Grothendieck's intention. But if I don't tell you now, I believe you will definitely get to the bottom of it."

Listening to Zhuang Weiran's words, many reporters at the scene had already realized that—as expected, Grothendieck's manuscript was in Zhuang Weiran's hands.

"Indeed, Mr. Grothendieck gave me the manuscripts and asked me to keep them well." Zhuang Weiran looked at the reporter seriously, "So?"

The reporter from the French News Agency stood up and said excitedly, "Professor Zhuang, you should know that Mr. Grothendieck is a French citizen. His manuscript did not specify to whom. He is a great mathematician. His manuscript should be It is the shining treasure of the French people. You cannot have it alone, and you are hurting the feelings of the French people."

Zhuang Weiran looked at the excited French News Agency reporter calmly, "Sir, I can understand your excitement, but I have to remind you that these manuscripts were given to me by Mr. Grothendieck before his death. "

"But sir." The French Press was still very excited, "It is a precious treasure belonging to our France, please return it to France as soon as possible."

"Unfortunately, sir, I promised Mr. Grothendieck. I will not give his manuscript to anyone, I mean anyone. Mr. Grothendieck has instructed me that the manuscript is only allowed to be seen by me. I can't break my promise. I think the mathematicians in France understand it. Or sir, you can ask the academicians of the Royal Academy of Sciences in Paris and the Royal Academy of Sciences in France after you return to China? They seem to represent France better than you People, aren't they?"

The reporter from the French News Agency sat down in a daze. He still couldn't figure out why the greatest mathematician in France would give a manuscript that had never been published to a Chinese for free.Even if this is a genius mathematician, it doesn't make sense.Probably to any Western mathematician, much better than this one.

I heard Zhuang Weiran admit in person that he did get Grothendieck's manuscript.All the reporters on the field became excited. A reporter from Hua country stood up excitedly and said to Zhuang Weiran, "Professor Zhuang, will you donate the manuscript to the country?"

"This gentleman." Zhuang Weiran said with a smile, "I regret to tell you that I have said before that I promised Mr. Grothendieck that I will not give his manuscript to anyone, remember it is anyone look."

"So, I will not donate the manuscript."

"Then Mr. Zhuang." The reporter from the Neon Society stood up, "Does Mr. Grothendieck's manuscript really contain the content and thinking of controlled nuclear fusion?"

Zhuang Weiran smiled mysteriously, making it impossible to guess what he was thinking.

"Sir, as I said, I will not disclose any content." Zhuang Weiran said firmly, "I refuse to return to all questions about Mr. Grothendieck's manuscript."

"And, I will tell you." Zhuang Weiran continued to pause, "Mr. Grothendieck's request is that I destroy the manuscripts after reading them, and I will destroy all the manuscripts after reading Mr. Grothendieck's manuscripts. "

Everyone exclaimed, even Director Zhou looked at Zhuang Weiran in disbelief, isn't this too amazing?That is the shining treasure of human beings. Isn't it too childish to destroy it like this?

"I know, maybe everyone will think that I am destroying a priceless treasure. I don't want to destroy Mr.'s manuscript, but as entrusted by others, I will destroy it." He looked forward firmly, "No matter what , I will destroy the manuscript.”

Everyone, you look at me, I look at you, and I haven't reacted for a long time.

Zhuang Weiran's last words were really...shocking.

After a long time, still no one spoke.They were all immersed in Zhuang Weiran's decisive words just now, and he also successfully shifted his attention to destroying Grothendieck's manuscript.

"Since everyone has no questions to ask." Looking at everyone present, Zhuang Weiran chuckled, "Then today's press conference is over, right?"

Zhuang Weiran got up to leave, Director Zhou also got up and started to leave after being stunned.The people on the stage had already left, but the people below were still whispering. Today he voluntarily admitted that he had obtained Grothendieck's manuscript and threatened to destroy it.Everyone still doesn't quite understand it, and even this news will definitely arouse great repercussions in the international mathematics community, and even in the entire academic community.

Even if Grothendieck gave you the manuscript, but after you read it, you destroy it with your backhand. Isn't this too selfish?

After all the reporters left, they were pondering whether to interview extremely scholars, and then released this news.

Zhuang Weiran who left walked side by side with Chen Zhong, and Chen Zhong said in a low voice, "Rui Ning, you broke the sky today. Think about Grothendieck's manuscript, you actually want to destroy it. I believe domestic and foreign Many scholars disagree with your approach, right?"

"Where's grandpa?" Zhuang Weiran looked at Chen Zhong suspiciously, "What do you think I should do?"

"From personal feelings, I really don't want you to destroy Grothendieck's manuscript. As you said, it is a matter of entrustment and loyalty. Since the other party only needs you to read the manuscript, let you destroy it. You should Destruction, I am very heartbroken, this master's life's hard work and crystallization will be burned in the future, but this is something you and the master have decided." Chen Zhong shook his head, "I will not stop you."

"I'll say." Director Zhou quickly stepped forward, "He Ruining."

Director Zhou was so angry that he called Zhuang Weiran by his real name, "Is the manuscript written by Grothendieck really in your hands?"

"That's right." Zhuang Weiran nodded, "It is indeed in my hands."

"You really want to destroy it after reading it?"

"That's right, I really want to destroy it."

"This...that is Mr. Grothendieck's lifelong painstaking effort." Director Zhou said sadly, "At least there must be a rubbing copy, right?"

"Impossible." Zhuang Weiran shook his head and said, "I promised him that the manuscript will not be given to anyone. After I read it, I will either destroy it directly or hide it so that no one can find it."

"I thought about it. It's better to destroy it than to let people find it." Zhuang Weiran spread his hands, "I think what Mister wants most is that I destroy all the manuscripts. Instead of using them as exhibits, take them out." Show it to others."

Director Zhou's heartache was unbearable, and he clutched his chest, "He Ruining, you are going against the entire academic world, and many people will definitely criticize you by then."

"I've never been afraid of that."

Director Zhou took a deep breath and recovered his expression.Then it gradually became serious, "Have you thought about another question? Some people may question the papers you publish in the future. You are copying the formula of Grothendieck's manuscript."

"You even think that you are copying Grothendieck. I am afraid that this kind of voice will not be small in the future."

"So?" Zhuang Weiran didn't care, "I thought of this possibility when I took over this gentleman's manuscript and promised him not to show it to anyone."

"But I will never show others the master's manuscript because of this." He looked at Director Zhou, "And, Director Zhou is not someone I look down on, I can only say that Mr.'s thoughts are too obscure. I even I haven’t even read one tenth of it, and it will take me at least a few years to really understand these ideas.”

"I'm sorry, I won't show anyone the manuscript. I believe that the country will not force me to hand over the manuscript." Zhuang Weiran was still very stubborn and wanted to destroy Grothendieck's manuscript.

Director Zhou could only sigh silently. It was not until after Zhuang Weiran left that he said to Principal Chen Zhong, "Principal Chen, your grandson is really... This has pierced the sky, and I don't know what will happen in the future." What about the situation?"

"Tell me, this is such an important matter as Grothendieck's manuscript. It's fine if he doesn't admit it, even if it's guesswork on him, it's impossible for someone to really force him to admit it." Director Zhou sighed, "But he admits it now , and said that he wanted to destroy the manuscript. Who in the academic world can stand it?”