In the hall of the Allyn branch of the Song of the Silver Moon League, the arcanists expressed their amazement at the simplicity of the microscopic domain.
"I remember that Mr. Heinrich once said that the essence of arcana is simplicity and intuition, and the beauty of arcana comes from the strict determinism and the admirable symmetry. Although intuition has been denied by Levski Geometry, Evans Geometry, the general theory of relativity, and matrix mechanics, and the strict determinism is on the verge of bankruptcy as the probabilistic interpretation of the wave function and the uncertainty principle are gradually proved in experiments, simplicity and symmetry still rule 'our world'. That's why the Brook equation is praised as the poem of the goddess, and the mass-energy formula and the Lucien equation are also praised for their ultimate beauty."
An arcanist said as if he were giving a speech.
Heinrich was a legendary sorcerer in the Congress a hundred years ago. He had made remarkable contributions to arcana and magic and won the highest honors in many fields. For example, many of the force field and astrology formulas were his achievements. If nothing went wrong, it was very likely that he would've become a grand arcanist. It was a pity that he encountered a saint of the South Church during an exploration of relics and both of them perished.
Jurisian put down the journal in his hands and said with a smile, "Therefore, according to symmetry, nucleons and electrons should have corresponding antiparticles. The types of microscopic particles are not as few as we think."
"That's normal. There is only night when there is day. The existence of positive and negative particles fits the category of philosophy. It does not reduce the beauty of the simplicity of the types of fundamental particles." Another arcanist said confidently.
Jurisian nodded and intentionally said, "Of course, it's just the types that are simple. The properties of microscopic particles are not simple at all."
The moment he said that, all the arcanists on the spot changed their expressions. Some smiled bitterly, some were helpless, some were agitated, and some were stunned.
Although the wave-particle duality had not been unanimously agreed upon, it had almost become the mainstream explanation and was understood by most arcanists. However, the uncertainty principle and probabilistic interpretation were deeply challenging their nerves and souls. It seemed that the whole world would become illusionary and unreal, and they themselves would become illusionary and unreal. The double-slit electron interference experiment, the quantum superposition, and the resulting 'observer effect' forced them to run away, as if their heads would explode the moment they considered the questions.
"Mr. Jurisian, please allow me to take my leave. The problems of the quantum field theory make my every cell call to read it carefully." An arcanist stopped smiling bitterly and left with the excuse of studying the quantum field theory.
Jurisian smiled. "I hope that your studies can inspire the Excellencies."
"I hope so," the arcanist replied with a stiff smile. The arcanist replied with a stiff smile. He could barely understand the paper. How could he give them any inspiration?
Although it was still possible for him to understand the quantum field theory on 'Arcana' after a year or two of careful studies with his foundation as a level-five arcanist and to communicate with the senior-rank and grand arcanists in the journals, it was still a matter of a year or two later. By then, chances were that the quantum field theory would be developed to the extent that he could not understand it anymore!
He was more and more aware of the gap between his level and the cutting-edge fields of the microscopic world. Without accidents and better tutelage, the gap would only grow bigger and bigger until he could only study other people's papers from a few years ago and slowly move forward with the tail of the times. He might even be eliminated.
Of course, he was not scared about that, because he had seen from the journals such as' Arcana ',' Magic ',' Nature ',' Elements', and 'Electromagnetism' that there were no more than a hundred arcanists who could really discuss and study the cutting-edge fields of the microscopic world. The rest of them could only add proofs and contrary examples for their theories with experiments. It meant that he and his people were the mainstream of the age.
"Perhaps, the age is always led by the few people. It is especially so in the field of arcana. Most of the arcanists like us only need to digest their research results." The arcanist shook his head and abandoned the thought of comforting himself. The third generic school in Renstadt was established by the Kingdom of Holm and the Congress of Magic after the previous two generic schools worked well, and the students' performance in daily life was widely acknowledged by the citizens of Renstadt. Because the first batch of students hadn't graduated in five years, and the real effect had yet to be considered, the generic schools were not promoted in the major cities but were gradually established in the city of Renstadt.
The cold wind was roaring, making Ali shiver all over. The wool vest, the woolen shirt, and the thick double-breasted suit could not make him feel any warmer.
He put his hands in his pockets, lowered his head, and buried it in his collar. He walked forward at a very fast pace.
"Damn Renstadt. It's much colder than Samara." It was the first time that he had experienced such coldness. The city of Samara was located at the south of a high mountain. The cold air from the north was blocked by it.
Before, Ali had to wait for the College Entrance Exam in June before he could enter the generic schools. Before, he had to pay for the "preparatory courses" that the scholars and magic apprentices jointly ran. However, the establishment of the third generic school gave him an opportunity.
Because of the increase in the number of magic apprentices, many quests that could not be completed in the past were 'rejuvenated'. Also, because of the influx of workers in Renstadt, the third generic school was established half a year earlier than expected. The city hall of Renstadt, which was in financial difficulties due to the expansion of Renstadt, was unwilling to see the new school abandoned for half a year. Therefore, a special college entrance exam was held in advance, and all the first-grade students were recruited before the new year.
"Grandpa Schott, is there a letter for me?" Ali stopped at the gate of the school and asked the muscular, grey-haired old man. It was said that he was a senior-rank Knight squire who retired after being wounded in the fight against the demon-infected creatures. He was recommended by the "Association for the Protection of Soldiers' Rights" established by the queen to guard the third generic school.
Schott shook his head. "Ali, there is no letter today."
"Thank you, Grandpa Schott." Ali turned around and left in disappointment. After he came to Renstadt, he did not write to his pen pal Jane anymore because of his low self-esteem. It was not until he was admitted to the third generic school and his life was stable that he wrote to her again and told her about his recent situation and his new address. Then, he waited for her reply day after day.
After he returned to the classroom, the warm air immediately melted the coldness, and Ali felt more comfortable than ever.
"Even a classroom has the vents of the magic air conditioner. It's much warmer than a fireplace." Ali found that he liked the life in Renstadt more and more.
At this moment, Mr. Brian, who taught 'Basic Arcana Theory', walked in and knocked the table, hinting for everybody to be quiet.
Brian was a man of medium height with a shy smile. It was said that he was a student of the Douglas Magic School and a senior-rank magic apprentice. He taught 'Basic Arcana Theory' as a part-time job in order to complete tasks and earn arcana points.
"You've all worked hard. There are still ten minutes before the first class." Brian nodded with a smile.
In the generic schools right now, there were no children who did not want to study. So, their enthusiasm was self-evident. The school had the right to expel any student who violated the school rules more than three times.
"Mr. Brian, why are you here so early, too?" Ali knew that Mr. Brian was approachable, so he boldly asked.
Brian smiled. "I'm here to announce a piece of good news for you. The proposal of the Education Committee of the Renstadt City Hall has been approved by the Affairs Committee of the Congress. The top twenty students of the grade in the monthly test next month will be invited to visit Allyn."
"Allyn? The City in the Sky? The headquarters of the Congress? "
"Can we really visit the City in the Sky?"
"Does it mean that we can visit the Atom Institution?"
The students were all excited. Under the propaganda of 'Arcana Voice' and all kinds of newspapers, Allyn, Atom Institution, and other terms had been deeply implanted into their hearts. How could they not be excited when they heard that there was a chance to visit?
Although Ali had been making a living on his own at a young age, he could not control his feelings either. Clenching his fists, countless pictures of the past popped up in his head. I have a chance to go to the City in the Sky, too? I have a chance to visit the world-famous' Atom Institution ', too?
"Yes. You can visit the City in the Sky, the Allyn magic tower, and talk to Prospell, the alchemical life. You can also visit the genetics laboratory, the laboratory of life matter synthesis, the center of psychology, the arcana library, and …" Brian paused with a smile. "… and the Atom Institution."
"Hooray!"
"Wula!"
Exclamations of excitement echoed in the classroom. The students' faces were all red.
Brian knocked the desk and calmed them down. "Therefore, you must study hard. You will only be invited if you are among the top twenty of your grade. By then, the top twenty students of each grade in the first generic school, the second generic school, the Mills Noble School, and other schools will go together."
"The Mills Noble School?" The excited Ali's face was frozen. Thoughts rolled in his head, but he could only think of one simple word: Jane!
Would she go? She had always said that she was among the top three of her grade!
Should I introduce myself when the time comes? How should he talk to her?
Ali thought further and further until the bell rang, and the class of 'Basic Arcana Theories' officially began.
Brian stopped smiling and said solemnly, "Today, we will talk about the basic concepts of the microscopic domain."
It was not a detailed explanation but only a general idea for them.
"… Ever since Mr. Evans discovered the electron and opened the gate of the microscopic world, there are only four kinds of fundamental particles that we know so far, namely protons, neutrons, electrons, and photons … Protons, neutrons, and electrons cannot be separated anymore. They are the most fundamental structure of matter … Also, there shouldn't be many other kinds of fundamental particles. The foundation of matter must have simple features …" Brian introduced smoothly.
"The most fundamental structure of matter cannot be separated anymore …" Ali took notes carefully.
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