The night before the college entrance exam results were released, I redeemed my Peking University ad

The next day.

Beijing Airport was exceptionally busy today, with the international arrivals area several times busier than usual.

International flights have suddenly added many more flights.

Flights from all over the world landed one after another, from the United States, England, France, Germany...

Groups of scholars hurried along, dragging their suitcases, their eyes behind their glasses filled with barely suppressed eagerness.

IMU Secretary General Charles led the procession, followed by several Fields Medal winners and pillars of the international mathematics community—a truly impressive lineup.

Academician Wang, along with Lin Boqian and others, were already waiting at the exit. Upon seeing the group emerge, they quickly went to greet them.

"Mr. Charles, it's been a long time."

"Your Majesty, we meet again."

Charles extended his hand with a standard diplomatic smile, both warm and distant.

"I never imagined we would meet again in China in this way."

The two shook hands with a moderate grip, and when they exchanged a glance, they both looked like cunning old foxes, their smiles not reaching their eyes.

Over the past two days, the public discourse has been a back-and-forth affair, with IMU going from "refusing to attend" to "actively requesting to attend earlier," a resounding slap in the face.

But when they actually meet, no one will show their emotions on the surface.

"Your country has truly produced a remarkable genius."

Charles's tone held a hint of inquiry: "At eighteen, you've conquered four major challenges in a row. To be honest, I still find it incredible."

"It's good that young people have active minds, but in mathematics, a single mistake can make all the difference."

The implication was that "the proof may have loopholes," a preemptive warning to Academician Wang and a way out for themselves.

Academician Wang laughed heartily and replied unhurriedly, "Young people are bold and daring. As for whether the proof is right or wrong, we've already invited everyone here."

"You are all leading figures in the industry. Whether it's true or false, we'll know in three days."

After a pause, Academician Wang continued, "Speaking of which, I must thank Mr. Charles for his leniency in bringing the verification meeting forward and for bringing such a large team. I thought you would only have time after the ICM ended."

Charles's smile froze for half a second, then he chuckled and said, "Academic research knows no borders! Such an important finding should of course be verified as soon as possible."

"While the ICM, held every four years, is important, the results that truly advance mathematics are more worthy of our trip."

Then, changing the subject, he brought the conversation back to the mainstream of ICM: "After the verification meeting, if Mr. Ji Bai is interested, he can give a major presentation at ICM. We will always reserve the highest-level seat for him."

This statement is both a gesture of goodwill and an emphasis that the ICM is the true home ground for the global mathematics community.

Academician Wang smiled but remained silent, only making a "please" gesture: "You must be tired from your journey. Go to the hotel to rest first. There will be plenty of time to chat at the conference in two days."

The two walked side by side, chatting and laughing, looking like old friends.

Only those accompanying them knew that every word these two academic giants uttered was a silent battle of wits, neither giving an inch.

With his home ground in China and his achievements in China, Academician Wang stood tall and straight, unyielding in the slightest.

Charles, though seemingly enthusiastic, harbored a secret desire to see for himself whether that eighteen-year-old could truly revolutionize the entire mathematics world.

……

Meanwhile, at the Beijing Hotel.

After Ji Bai arrived in Beijing yesterday, he was arranged to stay at the Beijing Hotel.

It is easily accessible, with the Great Hall of the People just one kilometer away as the crow flies.

There are no security concerns either, as the headquarters of the Six Doors is located diagonally opposite.

[Ding! Daily 100-yuan selection refreshed!]

If you had 100 yuan, how would you spend it?

1. Fragment of complete formula and manufacturing process for room temperature superconducting materials (1/10) (NT$80)

2. Singing, dancing, rapping, and basketball proficiency (10 yuan)

3. Master-level culinary skills (10 yuan)

4. Walk with your own background music (10 yuan)

5. An uncertain event will be randomly triggered today (50% good, 50% bad) (20 yuan).

6. Your phone will always be fully charged and have a strong signal (10 yuan)

……

"I'll knock!"

When Ji Bai saw the first option, he jumped out of bed with a "Holy crap!"

Room temperature superconductivity!!!

This thing is on the same level as controlled nuclear fusion!

With its complete formula and manufacturing process, this product has the potential to revolutionize the global energy, electronics, and communications landscape!

"111, I choose 1!"

There was no need to hesitate any longer; Ji Bai locked it in without even thinking.

After selecting the core option, Ji Bai looked at the remaining options.

Ji Bai looked at option 5.

An unpredictable event will be randomly triggered today, with a 50% chance of being good or bad.

Yesterday's "happy little things" experience was top-notch, with police escorts and in-flight announcements – it was incredibly enjoyable.

"Let's take a gamble."

Ji Bai grinned.

"I choose 5!"

"Half good, half bad, let's see how my luck is today!"

In the next instant, a massive amount of knowledge flooded into my mind: raw material purification ratios, crystal growth parameters, preparation environment requirements, performance testing standards...

From theory to process, the entire set of technologies is crystal clear, without the slightest hint of obscurity.

It took Ji Bai a while to recover, and only one thought remained in his mind: This is huge.

After washing up, Ji Bai went downstairs for a hotel buffet, which featured a wide variety of delicacies. He ate to his heart's content.

After eating and drinking his fill, he went out with his phone in his pocket.

Wangfujing Street is right next door. Since we're already here, we should at least buy some things.

He's really rich now.

The 60 yuan from the High-Level Knowledge Alliance has arrived, and the 10 yuan scholarship from the school has also arrived.

In addition, the district, city, and province each awarded scholarships of 10 yuan.

There was no other way. The school gave it, and when the district saw that it had to give it too, the city saw that the district had given it, so it had to give it too. When the province saw that the city had given it, it had to give it too.

And just like that, Ji Bai now has a full million!

I've never been this rich in either of my two lifetimes!

Ji Bai plans to replace his old cell phone, which he has been using for several years, and then buy a few decent clothes.

Our first stop was the Apple Store.

"Hello, I'd like to pick up an iPhone 17 Pro Max, 1TB, orange."

Ji Bai spoke crisply and decisively.

The salesperson glanced up at him, assuming he was a rich kid who came to buy a top-of-the-line machine, smiled and responded, and quickly brought over a brand new, unopened machine.

Checkout and card payment were completed in one smooth motion.

No one recognized him the entire time.

Although the name "Ji Bai" is incredibly popular in academic circles and online, it's not to the point that he'd be recognized on the street.

Ji Bai unpacked the new card, put it in his hand, and felt a secret sense of satisfaction.

It's fine to shout it out online, but in reality, who wouldn't want to buy an Apple 17?