In just two minutes, the interview was over.
There was no way it could not be ended. Fellow Wan had brought his people to separate Zhang Ye from the reporters and forcefully cut off the interview so that Zhang Ye would not be allowed to talk nonsense again. Mathematics had always been a very esoteric subject that most people had to look up to. Dale's Conjecture was also one of the most difficult mathematical problems in the world and was very high-end. But now, after Zhang Ye had answered a few questions from the Chinese and foreign media, these Chinese mathematicians felt that they had gone from being tall, rich, and handsome people to being losers. And it wasn't just any kind of losers, but pure losers!
Solving the problem for the sake of the prize?
How shameful would you be if this got out! How awful would that sound!
Even if you really thought that way, then … then you still shouldn't say it!
Zhang Ye was not someone from the mathematics world to begin with. He was just a celebrity in the entertainment industry and had his own entertainment spirit and style. There was nothing he did not dare to say. However, these mathematicians could not understand Zhang Ye's humor and entertainment, so they quickly pulled him away. They couldn't let this fellow continue ruining the image of the Chinese mathematicians. If his reputation was tarnished, then so be it. Well, he had already been tarnished a long time ago, but Zhang Ye was representing the Chinese mathematics world today, so they didn't want to be tarnished along with him.
Seeing Zhang Ye being forcefully dragged away by the mathematicians, the park visitors went crazy with joy!
"Ahahaha!"
"Zhang Ye is a troublemaker!"
"Pfft! Wherever Teacher Zhang is around, there will always be trouble! "
"There will always be fun! I love to see Zhang Ye causing trouble! He's so funny! This is what a real celebrity is like! Not only does he entertain himself, he entertains others as well! "
"This trip to Summer Palace Park was really not in vain!"
"Yeah, it was worth it, it was totally worth it!"
"First, it was that amazing 'On Horses' paper, followed by the scolding battle and the solving of the world's mathematical problem. Every time Zhang Ye appears, something big is bound to happen!"
Everyone was delighted to hear this and discuss it.
On the other side, Zhang Ye, who had been chased away, was also helpless. If they did not allow him to say anything, so be it. His mind was not here anyway. He was really after that old thumb ring. Hence, he immediately walked towards the direction of the American team, afraid that they would run away with the item. "Hi, can I have my thumb ring now? According to the rules of the previous exchange event, whoever answers the other country's question will receive the corresponding prize, right? "
David said, "This …"
Louis hesitated as well.
This thumb ring had been donated by a deceased teacher from the Mathematics world and belonged to the Mathematics Association. It was one of the few precious items that the association had. The reason why they had dared to bring it along was because they knew that no one would be able to solve their problem. It was just a formality. But who would have thought that there would really be a godly person who did not play by the rules and actually solved Dale's Conjecture, shocking everyone!
Give?
Or not?
When Zhang Ye saw that they were not saying anything, he immediately turned hostile. He did not bother to argue with them in English and went straight to Chinese, "What do you mean? Are you going to renege on your debt? "
The American translator translated for them.
Louis paused for a moment before finally speaking up. The translator helped him by saying, "Actually, whether or not Dale's Conjecture is even foolproof in terms of the details is not confirmed yet. We still need to verify it in detail, but … because the main parts of the proof have been more or less verified, we can make an exception and give you the prize."
Finally, the American mathematician, David, carefully took out the box containing the jade thumb ring from the platform. With a pained look on his face, he gave it to Zhang Ye.
Zhang Ye took it from him and grinned, "Thank you." He looked at David and patted him on the shoulder, "Don't feel bad about it. This was originally a Chinese item to begin with. We even had to travel so far to get you guys to send it back. Well, it's time to return it to its rightful owner." These words sounded like he was trying to stir up trouble.
The American translator pretended not to hear it and did not explain to David and the others. He was afraid that if he did, they would start arguing again. Based on the previous situation, even if David and Louis were to team up, they would still not be a match for that Chinese youth. That person's mouth was really too good at talking.
With the jade thumb ring in hand, Zhang Ye was very satisfied. He opened it up and had a look. His expression was one of delight. This thing was really beautiful. No wonder Old Wu had been staring at it for so long. Touching it in his hand, there was a cool and smooth feeling to it. The color was comfortable and the feel was also comfortable.
Mission accomplished, it was time to retreat!
Zhang Ye looked around for Wu Zeqing, but did not see her anywhere. He had a rough idea of what was going on. Old Wu was probably thinking the same thing as him. He took out his cell phone and saw that there was indeed a message from Old Wu that he had not heard earlier.
Wu Zeqing: See you outside.
Zhang Ye replied: I'm coming.
Wu Zeqing: No rush. I'll entertain you first.
Zhang Ye replied: It's fine. Just wait for me at the parking lot.
Putting away his cell phone, Zhang Ye put on his sunglasses and mask again. He wanted to find a chance to slip away. He was here today to go sightseeing with Wu Zeqing. To him, that was the most important thing.
But when he moved, he was quickly noticed by everyone who had their attention on Zhang Ye.
"Little Zhang, what are you doing?" Elder Rong was taken aback.
Zhang Ye said goodbye, "I'll be going back first. I still have something to do."
Fellow Wan immediately came up to him and said, "We still need your cooperation for the later verification work. Besides, there are still a lot of things to do. It's best if you can be present and come back with us."
Zhang Ye waved it off. "Don't mind me. All of you are famous seniors in the mathematics world. I'm just here to join in the fun. I don't have any real ability. Anyway, the proof has already been written on the whiteboard. Feel free to handle it and verify it. I won't be involved.
Wang Yiming: "..."
All the mathematicians were exasperated. Aren't you being too casual!?
If it were any other mathematician, they would have been more than happy to have a chance to verify and communicate with the top mathematicians in the country. But Zhang Ye was not one of them. With his fame, he could use the difficult math problems to help him gain more fans. He would not reject anyone, the more the merrier. But now that the proof had been presented, Zhang Ye was not going to do it. He would leave the professional work to the professionals. There was nothing left for him to do here.
Seeing that Zhang Ye really had no intention of participating, Professor Qu could only shake his head helplessly. "Forget it. You can go back now. Keep in touch. If there are any problems, we will contact you." With all the detailed procedures in place, it did not matter if Zhang Ye was present or not.
Zhang Ye said, "OK."
Suddenly, Huang Lingling squeezed in. "Teacher Zhang."
Her brother, Huang Leilei, and the others also came up to him. "Congratulations. You're really awesome." At the beginning, when Zhang Ye borrowed a pen from Huang Lingling and said that he would bring them along to bully the foreigners, they were still at a loss and did not believe that Zhang Ye could do it. But now that they had witnessed this miraculous scene, they were all fired up!
Zhang Ye smiled and patted the children on their heads. "Big Bro is leaving now. You are all the little geniuses of our country. Study hard and don't let your families down."
Huang Leilei suddenly said, "When I grow up, I will definitely be like you and solve the world's math problems. I will make my parents happy and bring glory to our country!"
"Good, you have aspirations." Zhang Ye gave him a thumbs up in encouragement.
Huang Lingling hesitated for a long time before saying, "Teacher Zhang, when I get into Peking University, can you, can you teach me math? I want to learn from you. "
Zhang Ye grinned and said, "This time, I was able to solve Dale's Conjecture with your help. I used your pen and the last whiteboard was also chosen by you. Speaking of which, I'm still basking in your glory. Alright then, if you manage to get into Peking University and I'm still at Peking University, I will teach you everything, be it math or Chinese."
Huang Lingling blinked her big eyes and said, "Chinese?"
Zhang Ye nodded and said, "Hur hur, actually, the Chinese department is not bad either, especially Peking University's Chinese department. It is ranked number one among all the famous schools in the country. Compared to the Math department, it is much better. Are you interested in learning liberal arts? Chinese is my strong point. If you want to learn it, I... "
Wang Yiming coughed hard. "Ahem!"
The other mathematicians were also speechless. This is the venue of the International Math Olympiad, yet you are trying to poach our students in front of all of us mathematicians? Urging our children to learn Chinese instead? That's not right at all! Is there anyone like you!
Besides, what do you mean by Chinese is your strong point?
To them, those words sounded really weird!
You solved a mathematical conjecture that no one in the world could solve with just a wave of your hand, but in the blink of an eye, you're telling everyone that your foundation in mathematics is only that of an amateur? Chinese is your main point? If you're considered an amateur, then what about us mathematicians who have been researching mathematics for our entire lives!?
Are we going to die then!?
"Let's go." Zhang Ye left.
Huang Lingling and the others had looks of admiration on their faces. "Goodbye, Teacher Zhang!"
"Goodbye." Zhang Ye waved to the back.
The other Chinese mathematicians, reporters, and foreign experts all watched as Zhang Ye left. Many of them had a complicated look in their eyes. This was really an unfathomable person. This fellow had a belly full of skills, but where did he get them from?
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