Training the Heavens

Chapter 303 Famous all over the world
As a consul of a country, Bo Guwen was highly respected in Shanghai. He was a distinguished guest wherever he went and had never experienced being thrown aside before he had finished speaking.

But Sweden is now eager to promote the Nobel Prize as soon as possible, and he has also heard that many scientists have their own quirks, so even if Zhang Xingjiu leaves him alone, he can only endure it.

He laughed at himself and said, "Professor Zhang is so devoted to science and education. Perhaps this is the reason why he can achieve such great achievements!"

"When Aurora College was still under preparation, Zhou Ping said that no matter what the reason, no one else could interfere with the normal progress of teaching work. We agreed with this, so we wrote it into the school rules." Ma Xiangbo responded with a smile, and there was a lot of pride in his words.

The two chatted for a full forty-five minutes, until Bai Guwen was almost out of topics to talk about, before he finally heard the bell for the end of get out of class. The bell sounded like heavenly music to his ears, and he quickly got up and went to the door to wait for Zhang Xingjiu's arrival.

Fortunately, according to the course schedule, Zhang Xingjiu had no other classes after this class. Bai Guwen finally had time to introduce him to the Nobel Prize awarding process in detail and told Zhang Xingjiu to be well prepared.

Zhang Xingjiu considered it for a moment and reluctantly agreed. "I haven't communicated with European and American scientists in a long time since returning to China. This is a great opportunity. Furthermore, the 250,000 kronor prize is truly significant. I plan to donate 60% to Aurora University to continue expanding the school and purchasing more advanced equipment to accommodate more students and researchers."

"Of the remaining 40%, 20% is used to support poor students at the school, allowing them to study without worrying about their livelihoods; the other 20% is used as scholarships to support outstanding students to study abroad."

"Professor Zhang, aren't you going to leave anything for yourself? This is 250,000 kronor! According to the current exchange rate, it is almost equivalent to 270,000 taels of customs silver!" Bai Guwen thought that Zhang Xingjiu didn't know the value of the money, so he hurriedly explained.

"I've been to Sweden and know the value of the krona!" Zhang Xingjiu was not tempted by the huge sum of money. "This money can indeed allow me to live a better life, but Aurora College and these students need it more."

The other teachers in the reception room were filled with awe after hearing the translator's retelling of these words. "Principal Ma destroyed his family to run this school, and now Zhou Ping has donated all 270,000 taels of customs silver. Your father-in-law and son-in-law have devoted everything to the cause of education in China. It's truly admirable."

Some of them were smart and went out to contact reporters immediately. Zhang Xingjiu saw it but did not stop them. He may not care about his personal reputation, but he would not miss this good opportunity to help the people of the whole country build self-confidence and at the same time help Aurora University expand its reputation.

When Bai Guwen came, he also contacted foreign reporters in Shanghai. Soon, Chinese and foreign reporters gathered at Aurora University. Ma Xiangbo simply cleared out the auditorium and held a press conference.

Bai Guwen came on stage first and announced the good news that Zhang Xingjiu had won the first Nobel Prize in Physics. He also gave the reporters on the scene a brief introduction to the status of the Nobel Prize, especially emphasizing the huge prize money of 270,000 taels of customs silver.

"Consul Bai, are you saying that the prize money is as high as 270,000 taels of customs silver? Did I hear it correctly?" Many reporters couldn't believe their ears.

"Yes, before his death, the esteemed Nobel left behind a fortune worth 31 million kronor, equivalent to approximately 33 million taels of customs silver. A specialized organization now manages this wealth, and the annual profits are awarded as prizes to winners in the fields of literature, peace, physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine. This time, the profits are divided equally among the five prizes, amounting to 250,000 kronor. At the current exchange rate, that's approximately 270,000 taels of customs silver," Bo Guwen replied proudly. "Boom!" The crowd erupted. Both Chinese and foreign reporters looked at Zhang Xingjiu with envy and jealousy. How wonderful it would be if I had such a large sum of money!

Someone immediately asked how Zhang Xingjiu planned to spend the money. Zhang Xingjiu told them the plan he had just made, and the scene suddenly fell silent.

The reporters were all incredulous. Wasn't he a fool? This amount of money was enough to live lavishly for a lifetime, so why did he donate it all, not even keeping a single ounce for himself?
"Clap, clap, clap!" The teachers and students of Aurora University at the scene applauded with respect. They were all very excited. They were happy that their teacher had won the highest honor in the world, and they also admired the teacher's noble sentiments.

It took a while for the reporters to recover from the huge prize money and start asking other questions. "Consul Bai, based on what you just said, am I to understand that the Nobel Prize in Physics is the most prestigious award in the world, and that Mr. Zhang's winning of the prize proves that he is the world's greatest physicist?"

Many reporters looked at Bai Guwen eagerly. They were eager to know the answer, but their attitudes were different. The foreign reporters were quite indignant and they were unwilling to acknowledge Zhang Xingjiu's achievements.

Most of the Chinese journalists were nervous. Since the dream of the Celestial Empire was shattered in 1840, China had been bullied. They also became unconfident and could not believe that a Chinese could become the most powerful physicist in the world.

"As far as I know, there is no award in the world that can compare with the Nobel Prize in terms of influence and prize money. Professor Zhang's winning of the award has indeed proved that he is one of the best physicists in the world." Bo Guwen said truthfully.

The scene exploded again. Many Chinese reporters were so excited that their faces and ears turned red, and some even shed tears. In this era, they needed this kind of inspiring news so much.

After the press conference, the reporters rushed back to the newspaper in rickshaws and immediately began writing articles. Some even spent a lot of money to spread the news across the country by telegram.

Soon, the name Zhang Xingjiu spread throughout the country, and many people knew that China had produced an outstanding scholar who had surpassed many scholars in Europe and the United States and won an international award and a prize of up to 270,000 taels of silver.

Mr. Zhang donated all the money. Such a scholar with both virtue and achievements is truly admirable.

Many European and American newspapers also announced the list of Nobel Prize winners for this year. Zhang Xingjiu's reputation began to transcend the academic field and he became a world-famous figure.

　Starting today, I have to go to the countryside for a few days. I don't have time to write, so there are only two updates. If I stay longer, I will probably have to ask for leave.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)