Chapter 238 Right, wrong, truth
July 2nd.
The Global Mathematicians Conference officially opened.
As a top international academic conference in the field of mathematics, no matter which country it is held in, it will receive great attention from the local government.
Correspondingly, many media reporters also came.
To put it in an exaggerated tone, the world's attention is focused on it, and reporters from various countries are waiting to know who the winner of the Fields Medal is, so that the news can be sent back as soon as possible.
It’s past eight o’clock in the morning.
Wang Donglai, Yang Wanpeng and others came to the conference venue.
This conference was attended by more than 3,000 scholars and professors. It was definitely a grand event.
It is rare for international scholars and professors of so many years to come together.
However, even among so many scholars and professors, Deligne is still a first-tier leader.
Wang Donglai also has a place as the most popular young man in the field of mathematics this year.
Especially yesterday, the conflict between Wang Donglai and Taro Watanabe of the island nation’s Capital University aroused even more curiosity.
"Dong Lai, I have already reported the matter to the school about Taro Watanabe from the island country. The school will come forward to report to the embassy and the diplomatic department, so that the rude Watanabe can apologize. Please don't influence it. Come to your own state of mind!”
In the venue, Han Hua sat next to Wang Donglai and persuaded Wang Donglai in a low voice.
Hanwha immediately reported what happened yesterday to the school.
If it were an ordinary person, Hanhua might not do this, because he knew that even if he sent it back to the school or told the foreign affairs department, it would be of no use.
But Wang Donglai is different!
First of all, Tang Capital Jiaotong University attaches great importance to Wang Donglai and supports him very much.
Secondly, Wang Donglai is already very famous in the field of international mathematics. If it were not for his age, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Wang Donglai is currently the number one domestic mathematician in the world.
Although Qiu Chengtong has a higher reputation, in the hearts of many people, he is not actually a Chinese.
Only those who are born and raised in China and receive a pure Chinese education can be considered Chinese.
According to this algorithm, Wang Donglai deserves to be the first person.
There were so many mathematical greats promoted in the past, such as Liu from Central South University and Wei Shen from Peking University. After Wang Donglai came out, no one said that they were the future of mathematics anymore.
The gap between them is so great that it is impossible to compare them together.
Therefore, relying on the meaning represented by Wang Donglai, as long as this matter is reported, it is guaranteed to attract attention.
On this point, Hanwha is very confident.
Hearing what Han Hua said, Wang Donglai nodded and said: "Professor Han, don't worry, I really don't pay attention to this matter. If you want to mess up my mentality, this matter is still Not enough!"
Han Hua nodded, feeling relieved a little.
In any case, Wang Donglai is only twenty years old. It is a period of passion. It is impossible not to be angry after being slandered by an island professor like this. Hanhua is afraid that when the anger rises, Wang Donglai will do something unpleasant. Things that should be done.
Fortunately, looking at Wang Donglai's demeanor, there wasn't much abnormality.
Many scholars and professors present, some of them have actually participated in Wang Donglai's graduation thesis defense, so when they saw Wang Donglai, there were not a few people who greeted him.
If the opening ceremony of the conference were not held today, I am afraid these scholars and professors would be willing to have a good chat with Wang Donglai.
The opening ceremony starts at nine o'clock.
So, at the current venue, some people are sitting in their seats, while others are socializing in the venue.
As the time got closer to nine o'clock, there were more and more people at the venue.
And at this time.
Someone came to Wang Donglai.
Han Hua and Yang Wanpeng were both surprised when they saw the person coming, because they both recognized the person.
“Academician Long!”
"Academician Long!"
The person who came here looks like he is in his fifties and is in good spirits, but his hair is much grayer.
It is Long Zhonghui, an academician from China, who is also a member of the Executive Committee of the International Mathematical Union, representing China.
Seeing Academician Long coming over, Yang Wanpeng and Han Hua felt happy.
Because they all thought together.
That means Academician Long must have come here to find Wang Dong.
The Fields Medal is guaranteed!
The two of them thought so.
It’s just that the two of them, caught up in the excitement, didn’t notice that Academician Long’s expression was not very happy. Instead, there was a trace of anger and a trace of regret in his eyes.
After Long Zhonghui nodded to Han Hua and Yang Wanpeng, he looked at Wang Donglai and said: "Professor Wang, this is the first time we have met, but I have heard your name a lot. All over!”
"It is a blessing for our country and a blessing for Tangdu Jiaotong University to have an outstanding young scholar like you in the country."
As soon as he opened his mouth, Long Zhonghui praised Wang Donglai.
Wang Donglai didn't know Long Zhonghui at the moment, so he cast a doubtful look at Han Hua.
Noticing Wang Donglai's eyes, Han Hua quickly introduced Wang Donglai and said: "Donglai, this is Academician Long, who is also the dean of the Chen Institute of Mathematics in Nankai University, and is also the president of this International Mathematics Institute. Member of the Alliance Executive Committee.”
Hanhua emphatically mentioned Long Zhonghui’s last member status, and the meaning was obvious.
Wang Donglai naturally understood and felt enlightened.
“Academician Long has received the award!”
After knowing Long Zhonghui’s identity, Wang Donglai naturally understood his purpose and replied calmly.
Seeing that Wang Donglai's expression was still calm, Long Zhonghui nodded with appreciation and said again: "I am not praising you regardless of the facts. Looking at the younger generation, your achievements are definitely the first. . ”
“Even if the age is relaxed to under forty, your results will be the best.”
"It doesn't mean that your results can't be compared even further, but because the times are different, it's not very comparable."
Long Zhonghui's attitude towards Wang Donglai was extremely kind, his tone full of appreciate.
The more Han Hua and Yang Wanpeng listened, the more delighted they became.
Because in the eyes of the two of them, Long Zhonghui, as one of the committee members, came over in advance. To Wang Dong, these words undoubtedly hinted that Wang Donglai might win the award.
Only Long Zhonghui and Wang Donglai know the truth.
"Thank you, Academician Long, for your praise and recognition!"
Wang Donglai thanked him sincerely.
"Professor Wang, how about we go to the side to chat?"
Long Zhonghui glanced around and said to Wang Donglai.
Han Hua and Yang Wanpeng were both human beings. They immediately knew that Long Zhonghui wanted to talk to Wang Dong about something more personal, and wanted to leave here.
However, Wang Donglai refused to leave the two of them.
"Academician Long, no need. If you have anything to say, just say it directly. Professor Han and Professor Yang are not outsiders to me and will not avoid taboos." I heard Wang Donglai say this to Long Zhonghui Said, Han Hua and Yang Wanpeng felt warm in their hearts.
“Okay!”
“I’m just pretending to be a villain.”
Long Zhonghui glanced at the two of them, then smiled to himself and said.
"I'm a little older than you, so I'll call you Dong Lai and make you look more approachable. You won't mind, right?"
Wang Donglai shook his head and said, "Academician Long was joking. .”
After a few polite words, Long Zhonghui’s god The situation became a little serious, and he said to Wang Donglai in a deep voice: "Donglai, I have some bad news to tell you. You must be mentally prepared."
When Long Zhonghui said this When these words were spoken, Han Hua and Yang Wanpeng's hearts suddenly trembled.
I also understood why Long Zhonghui wanted to have a private chat with Wang Donglai just now.
After reacting, the two of them looked at Wang Donglai nervously and worriedly.
As a result, I saw that Wang Donglai's face was still extremely calm, even with a peaceful smile.
"Academician Long should be talking about the Fields Medal this time, right!?"
Wang Donglai smiled and said directly the reason for Long Zhonghui's visit.
Long Zhonghui was not too surprised. After all, he had already reminded him that it was very normal for a smart man like Wang Donglai to think of this.
Nodding, Long Zhonghui said: "I'm not afraid of your jokes. I just saw the list of winners!"
"After seeing it, I Come to you immediately!”
“You are still young, I won’t give you an award this time. It must be you!"
"As a person who has been there, I can understand your thoughts. This kind of thing is a bit unfair to you, but you won the Wolf Prize in Mathematics and the Abel Prize in succession this year. Winning the Fields Medal again is a bit too fast.”
"The Executive Committee also has this idea, so it wants to let you miss this session. When the next session comes, it will definitely award the Fields Medal to you."
Long Zhonghui said When he said these words, he actually thought it was ridiculous.
However, things have happened, and he can only say this.
Although he is a member of the executive committee, the entire International Mathematical Union has no room for him to perform.
Originally, the list of winners should be decided by everyone after discussion and voting.
But this time, I just avoided him and didn't tell him the list until today, when the show was about to open.
Originally, during the preparations for the conference, when the list of winners was kept away from him, Long Zhonghui thought it was to avoid suspicion, so he didn’t care too much.
But he was never told the list, which still made him feel a little unhappy.
As a result, when he saw the list this morning, Long Zhonghui suddenly felt angry.
After being angry, Long Zhonghui thought of Wang Donglai.
In fact, Long Zhonghui also knew what happened yesterday, but he didn't care.
Because he thinks Wang Donglai will win the Fields Medal. This is the biggest counterattack against the island country.
However...
After reacting, Long Zhonghui was afraid that Wang Donglai would do something impulsive after the list was announced, so he wanted to inform Wang Donglai in advance.
Yes, doing so is indeed suspected of violating the rules.
But this year's International Mathematical Union is unjust, and he will naturally not limit himself in a pedantic way.
Wang Donglai heard the concern in Long Zhonghui's words clearly and felt it clearly.
In view of this, the expression on Wang Donglai’s face became warmer, his smile became thicker, and he said aloud: “Academician Long, in fact, I have already guessed that this time the Fields Medal may be a little bit different. problem.”
“After all, there is no storm without fire, island country. You can call them arrogant and ignorant, but you can never call them fools."
"How could they find me and say those things to me if they didn't get some definite information? Attack and question me on the Internet! ”
"However, I still feel that I must have a share of the Fields Medal this time."
Long Zhonghui frowned, and he suddenly felt that Wang Donglai was a little too confident.
He had made his words so clear, but Wang Donglai could still say such words, which really made him a little confused about what to say.
Han Hua and Yang Wanpeng on the side finally reacted from their shock and anger.
After reacting, the two of them were extremely angry, but they still remained rational.
"Donglai, if you can't do it this time, it doesn't mean that your achievements don't count, and it doesn't mean that scholars and professors around the world don't know about it and don't recognize it."
"Next time, you will definitely be awarded the Fields Medal. In the first year, you were only 24 years old, you are still young, and you are still the youngest winner, so there is no need to worry about this."
When Hanhua said these words, he was extremely angry. exuberant.
If he could win the award this early, who would be willing to delay it.
What's more, based on Wang Donglai's performance, everyone thought he would win the award this year, but he didn't.
After the news spreads, many people will definitely question Wang Donglai.
As for the reasons and excuses for questioning, Hanwha can think of them all.
It’s nothing more than ‘If Wang Donglai is really so good, then why didn’t he win the Fields Medal? ’, ‘He praised himself so much all day long, but he didn’t even win the Fields Medal, which means he’s not that great at all. '...Wait
"Dong Lai, let's just remember this time. We will definitely win the prize next time. You have to believe in your own strength and in global mathematics. At the family gathering, gold will always shine!"
Yang Wanpeng's face was ashen, but he managed to smile and comforted Wang Dong.
Who can not be angry and angry when encountering such a thing?
But even though they are angry and angry, they also know that there is nothing they can do now.
If they had known this news earlier, they could have publicized it and used public opinion to pressure the International Mathematical Union, or through official communication to ensure fairness, justice and openness.
But less than an hour before the opening, the list of winners is about to be announced.
Even if they knew the news at this time, there was nothing they could do.
Long Zhonghui sighed softly and said aloud: "Dong Lai, forget it this time, they will suppress you for at most one term. As long as you still maintain your academic talent, no matter how bold they are in the next term, , I don’t dare to do this anymore.”
Although Wang Donglai was a little moved when he heard the words of the three comforting him, he did not agree with it.
“It is not me who is wrong, but them!”
“There is no truth in this world. What is right must give way to what is wrong!”
“In fact, everyone There is no need to comfort me, my mentality is actually very good. No one can be sure until the list of winners is announced. Maybe they will change the list of winners temporarily.”
Wang Donglai had a smile on his face and his tone was full of confidence.
Looking at Wang Donglai's performance, the three of them were suddenly filled with doubts, wondering where he got his confidence.
However, the three of them thought about it and decided that it was better to be confident than to talk about being depressed or angry when Wang Dong came here.
As a result, the three of them nodded tacitly and agreed with Wang Donglai.
While several people were chatting, the time came to nine o'clock.
The Global Mathematicians Conference has officially begun!
(End of this chapter)