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Qiao Yu was right. Richard was indeed very frightened at this moment, but he definitely didn't want to show it in front of Thomas.

This fear stemmed from the fact that his mind had suddenly become truly free.

Kings and nobles are not determined by fate. The same is true for high-ranking officials, the wealthy, and politicians.

Richard once complained that the people living in the white house were a bunch of idiots, and that even if he did those things, he could still manage to do everything perfectly.

But that was just a rant to his wife in front of the TV. Richard's true thought was that someone who only went to high school and even had dyslexia probably didn't have the ability to manage a large country.

However, what Qiao Yu just said made his mind start to wander again.

He certainly doesn't have the ability to manage all the affairs of the country, but if it's just about awakening the minds of some people, he might give it a try.

Speaking of which, his language and communication skills are quite strong. That's what renowned director Michael Roddy commented after speaking with him.

Richard smiled unconsciously as he thought this. In fact, he had always wanted to do this.

While casually chatting about mathematics with Thomas, Qiao Yu observed Richard. They continued chatting like this until lunchtime, when Qiao Yu directly invited the two of them to have lunch together.

John and his son naturally wouldn't refuse.

This actually made Thomas even more excited. For him, today was like a dream come true.

Not only could he sit and chat with his idol, but his idol even personally explained his understanding of mathematics and provided him with many practice problems.

She even treated him to a meal and fulfilled his wish for a photo and autograph during the meal! And the photo is on my dad's phone.

There's no doubt that once he returns to Fishtown, this experience will be something he can brag about to his teachers and classmates for a long time!

The only thing that made him slightly regretful was that after the meal, Qiao Yu arranged for the uncle who had been hosting him to take him on a tour of the campus.

Qiao Yu continued to talk with his father about things he didn't quite understand, but which he vaguely felt were very important.

He had a premonition that this meeting with Qiao Yu would likely change his family's life again, and for the better.

After all, his idol is a good person.

……

Actually, Qiao Yu didn't know if he was a good person, but he always felt that he was a very sincere person.

No matter who it is...

Even though she was genuinely sincere towards his adoptive father. Even the times she caused him trouble were genuinely sincere.

This time is no exception.

He was sincerely giving Richard some life advice, even though this Western man was a generation older than him.

"...I can tell you've thought a lot about it. That's a good habit. Every decision in life requires careful consideration."

I think Thomas is a lot like you in some ways. Just talking to him reveals he's a very talented child with a very meticulous and well-rounded mind.

Qiao Yu spoke earnestly, saying things that would make a father's heart flutter.

Receiving such praise from a mathematician widely recognized as one of the most brilliant young mathematicians of the 21st century filled Richard with confidence in Thomas's future.

“Yes, his teachers often praise him for being smart. I hope he can study in China in the future,” Richard quickly said.

"A good idea. And it has a good chance of succeeding. Do you know why? Because you will be the first ordinary father and son to visit a human lunar base."

When the documentary "Richard's Family" airs around the world, you will become household names.

This is actually a rare opportunity for you. An opportunity to realize your deepest dreams.

Richard's heart skipped a beat, and he asked, "Professor Joe, is there anything you'd like me to do? If so, please be more specific."

Qiao Yu laughed, then casually shook her head and said, "Of course not, Richard, what do you think is missing in my life?"
Although you won't see my name on the rich list, I actually have a lot of money, so much that money is just a number to me.

Besides, I don't actually have many needs for money. I don't need to own things like private yachts or private jets, but if I need them, someone will always send me the best things in the world.

This includes some names you're very familiar with, such as Google and Microsoft, companies you can't live without. The intelligent systems and algorithms they use are all provided by my company!

There are also quantum simulation computers. For every quantum simulation computer sold worldwide, my company receives approximately $300 in patent licensing fees.

So I don't need anyone to do anything for me. I can live very well on my own. And as you've probably sensed, I'm not someone who has high material desires.

No one can help me with my life goals. It's about solving those mathematical problems that have stumped generations before. It's about pushing mathematics to explain more natural phenomena; you may have heard that I'm currently researching turbulence.

Unless you can clearly explain to me the nonlinear, multi-scale, chaotic characteristics of turbulence, and its high sensitivity to initial and boundary conditions, I will not ask you for help.

These words made Richard blush, but facts speak louder than words. Such an extraordinary life is simply impossible to replicate.

"I've been talking to you about so much simply because your experiences touched me and made me realize that there are so many people in this world who want to work hard but can't find their direction."

So I wanted to help them out, that's all. You're lucky; there were thousands of people who signed up for the moon trip, and you stood out from the crowd, so I wanted to give you a chance.

Richard John swallowed hard and asked, "What opportunity?"

"The opportunity to move into the White House in the future. Use your most basic understanding of this world to change that society. I believe that perhaps someone understands the suffering of the underprivileged people of Xida University better than you."

But those people don't have your advanced thinking, and most importantly, they aren't as lucky as you. Don't think I'm just making empty promises.

Think about it, someone who only knows how to do business! No, even his business isn't that good, he's gone bankrupt many times, yet he can still be so shrewd and domineering in that house, why can't you?
At the very least, you come from a truly impoverished background. You understand very well what people who want to change their lives with their own hands need.

I hope to see if, when you have enough power, you can help those who were once as lost as you to find their direction in life again.

I really want to do this myself. But unfortunately, my main focus is on the pursuit of universal truth.

My wish is that when I use my research findings to change the world, I can ensure that more benefits reach those who truly need help.

Instead of making the rich even richer and the poor even poorer, if that's what I'm asking for, fine! I want to see a better world.

Richard was stunned when Qiao Yu said those words.

He had thought about it a lot, but he never expected Qiao Yu to mean it this way...

Theoretically, he certainly has a chance. After all, according to Western University's laws, as long as he was born at Western University and holds Western University citizenship, he has the opportunity to live in the White House.

But ordinary people probably wouldn't even consider this possibility. Everyone knows that elections are essentially a game of money.

Every election year, candidates launch various fundraising campaigns. A hundred million dollars is never too much, and ten dollars is never too little…

How could he have such virtue?

"I……"

"Don't rush to say anything. Think about it first. You'll be staying in China for a long time, a month of training, and many more days on the spaceship."

When you stand on the moon and look down at Earth, think about what I've told you today, and then make your decision.

If you're determined to do this, just have someone pass on the message to me. I'll support you in every way possible.

As I just mentioned, I'm not only a millionaire, but I also know many other millionaires who dream of being my friends. These people can influence every aspect of people's lives.

The presidents and chairmen of companies such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, X, Facebook, and TikTok, and even the chairman of the Federal Reserve.

I have only one request for you: if you truly succeed, please don't forget your original aspirations, and don't let fame and fortune blind you or betray those ordinary people like yourself.

Richard's mind went blank, but he couldn't help asking, "Even if I were to enact a lot of policies that would shrink the wealth of your friends?"

"Haha..." This time, Qiao Yu laughed even more happily.

He raised his hand and patted Richard on the shoulder, saying, "No, no, no, you misheard. They can't be my friends. They just dreamed of being my friends! But I didn't give them the chance."

If this can shrink their wealth, why not? I said, if you succeed, as long as it benefits ordinary people, go for it! Not only will I support you, the entire Sky Shield system will support you.

Alright, that's all for today. I have a meeting later. I'll have someone take you to Thomas. Remember my words, give me an answer before you leave China.”

After saying that, Qiao Yu took the initiative to extend her hand, and Richard quickly extended his hand as well, shaking it.

Zheng Xiwen then led Richard, who was clearly still in a daze, out of Qiao Yu's office.

A moment later, Zheng Xiwen returned, and naturally, others took Richard to find Thomas.

"What are you up to?" Zheng Xiwen asked with a wry smile as soon as he returned.

"We've been planning this for so long, we should give it a try. There are some things you can't do, but it won't make a difference if I, as an unofficial person, do them for fun."

Besides, I only used resources that I could mobilize myself. It has nothing to do with you guys. But speaking of which, you guys are partly to blame.

Everything was arranged perfectly. I've earned so much money, it needs somewhere to go. And I'm donating so much every year, and it's getting more and more each year. Isn't that infuriating?

Qiao Yu shrugged and said with a helpless expression.

Zheng Xiwen was speechless. He felt that Richard probably wouldn't be able to get a good night's sleep for a while.

Once a man's ambition is ignited, it will only grow stronger and stronger, and it's extremely difficult to extinguish it.

As for whether this crazy plan will succeed...

Okay, if it were China, Zheng Xiwen could say with absolute certainty that it was impossible.

But if it were the other side, Zheng Xiwen really couldn't say for sure. After all, that country was too magical. It seemed capable of turning the impossible into possible. Countless facts over the years have proven this point.

In particular, he knows more about many things than the average person. He is also familiar with all sorts of decisions that are incomprehensible to most people.

So even if something incredibly bizarre happens on the other side, he probably won't find it strange.

However, it's not unusual for strange and unusual things to happen at the end of a dynasty. Chinese history provides numerous examples of this…

Throughout history, it seems that no nation can escape the law that prosperity inevitably leads to decline.

But Zheng Xiwen sincerely hoped this time would be different. And it certainly will be.

After all, China has truly set its sights on space...

When humanity can extend the reach of civilization into the universe, then we will truly become a community with a shared future.

"No matter what, I have to report this."

"Haha, I know, you can report whatever you want! I'm doing this to fulfill my grandfather's grand vision of one China on Earth! Especially since we're going to colonize other planets in the future. Assimilation is the best way to ensure better development in the future."

A unified language, a unified unit of measurement… Just think, we're almost halfway through the 21st century, and there are still places using imperial units. What's with all this pound, gallon, mile, ounce? Are they just trying to fly to the moon?

Zheng Xiwen nodded and stopped discussing the matter.

Qiao Yu can play if he wants; it's not like it costs him any money...

"Also, I need to hand in those formulas you mentioned yesterday," Zheng Xiwen added.

"Alright, go do what you're supposed to do! I need to rest too. Chatting with that Richard was exhausting; I also had to think about how not to hurt his sensitive feelings..."

Zheng Xiwen nodded and then walked out of Qiao Yu's office.

Two reports need to be submitted, but fortunately, the report from yesterday was already prepared. Moreover, this report was recorded throughout, which saved a lot of trouble.

Having followed Qiao Yu for so many years, Zheng Xiwen learned one thing: Don't get involved in anything that's not too troublesome.

Just report the facts.

He should only be a good eye and ear, absolutely not a brain.

Soon enough, the map showing the derivation of the formula was handed over to Tian Yanzhen.

Professor Tian, ​​who had spent his life studying geometric analysis, initially only frowned when he saw these formulas.

But when he began to delve into the analysis, time seemed to stand still...

The fiber bundle structure of the parametric manifold M designed by Qiao Yu can maintain invariant modal space decomposition under the action of isometric groups...

For a fleeting moment, Tian Yanzhen seemed to see mathematicians from all over the world collectively rendered speechless…

Is this even something a human could think of?! (End of Chapter)