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

Beijing Hotel.

Ji Bai, of course, also noticed the relevant public opinion.

"No, who the hell is stirring up trouble?"

Anyone with eyes can see that someone is deliberately stirring up trouble.

It's obvious they're trying to mess with his mindset and ruin his plans.

"Could it be her?"

Ji Bai's first thought was of Su Wan, the mature and sophisticated woman who had come to his door that afternoon.

"Is the energy really that great?"

How dare they stir up trouble at this time!

What time is it now?

Less than 48 hours until the globally anticipated conference to verify the four major conjectures.

The Great Hall of the People was brightly lit throughout the night as hundreds of top mathematicians from around the world arrived in Beijing and thousands of media outlets were on site.

From the highest levels of government to the farthest corners of society, the eyes of over a billion people are focused on this grand event.

To dare to commit such a crime against the wind at this time, to get a big influencer with 20 million followers involved, and to launch a massive online attack, the other party's power and audacity are outrageous.

But the next second, Ji Bai frowned again.

wrong.

If they really had such extraordinary power and audacity, why would they need to humbly come to my door to buy proof?

Why not just praise your own young master to the skies? Why go through all this trouble to beg him?

"etc……"

Ji Bai's eyes flickered slightly.

"What if...it's not just one company?"

What if several forces unite as one and work together to orchestrate a scheme?

He suddenly appeared out of nowhere, solving four major century-old problems at the age of eighteen, and might just be blocking someone's way.

Or rather, who are we blocking?

IMU doesn't want anyone from China to become a Great Emperor, but does anyone in China want that?

Blocking someone's path to wealth is like killing their parents.

It's perfectly normal for someone to try and trip you up.

Ji Bai just didn't expect it to happen at this time.

Some people are incredibly audacious!

"Heh, interesting!"

Ji Bai chuckled softly, showing no anger whatsoever; instead, a hint of interest ignited in his eyes.

The system's options... are as awesome as ever!

"If they offer another half-and-half option next time, I'll still draw it!"

Fight against the heavens!

Fight against the earth!

Fighting with others!

……

The online frenzy intensifies, with various influential figures stepping in to set the tone.

@Tao Zhixingyan (a leading education influencer with 20 million followers): "Many people criticize me for picking the right time, but it is precisely before a major event that I should pour cold water on this."

Talent is never a license for rudeness, nor is fame a immunity from moral failings. Without reverence for scholarship and respect for predecessors, even the most stunning achievements will not go far or stand the test of time.

@OldChenTalksEducation (Senior education commentator, 8 million followers): "What I'm really worried about is this nationwide idolization, putting an 18-year-old on a pedestal and not allowing any dissent, which is itself the most dangerous form of praise to death."

Today you can praise him to the skies, tomorrow you can trample him into the mud for the slightest flaw. The fastest way to destroy a genius is through boundless praise.

@Education Observer Professor Li (verified associate professor at a university, 5 million followers): "I have a question that has been bothering me for a long time: A mathematical genius who can independently solve Goldbach's Conjecture failed to get full marks in the college entrance examination mathematics, and his total score only ranked sixth in the province."

Where exactly are the boundaries of talent? Or are some seemingly glamorous personas simply unable to withstand close scrutiny?

The influential figures set up the platform, and a massive army of online trolls immediately swarmed in to flood the comments section, topic forums, and repost chains with uniformly inflammatory rhetoric:

"I knew something was wrong a long time ago!"

"College entrance exam scores are a true mirror! How could a real genius not get a perfect score?"

"I support Teacher Tao! We can't tolerate this kind of arrogant and conceited attitude!"

……

With influential figures stirring up trouble and online trolls repeatedly flooding the internet with their messages, many casual observers have also been misled.

"To be honest, I've secretly wondered before... how come such a brilliant math genius didn't get a perfect score on the college entrance exam?"

"I said it a few days ago: how could someone who proved Goldbach's Conjecture only score 716 on the college entrance exam?"

"Even if it's not a perfect score, he should at least be the top scorer in the province, right?"

"So you only got sixth place in the whole province?"

"Is the college entrance exam even harder than what we've guessed?"

"It's terrifying to think about!"

……

In fact, similar comments had appeared before, but they were overshadowed by the fact that IMU refused to come to China.

At the time, the entire internet united against IMU, fiercely criticizing it.

Now this is bringing up old news again.

Many people are indeed puzzled.

Such a genius, how come he only scored 700-something on the college entrance exam?

……

Deep within Beijing's Second Ring Road, nestled in a hutong, lies an old-style courtyard house with gray walls and red tiles.

From the outside, it looks ordinary, just like any other old courtyard, without even a signboard. But once you step inside, it's a completely different world.

The terrazzo floor is so shiny it reflects your image, and the corridor is adorned with authentic works by famous artists. In one corner stands an ancient blue-and-white porcelain official kiln piece.

The private room was exquisitely decorated, with a thick, handmade wool carpet that made no sound when stepped on, large and soft Italian leather sofas, crystal chandeliers emitting a soft, warm light, and a wine cabinet filled with rare vintage wines.

Once the top-notch soundproof door is closed, the hustle and bustle of the outside world is completely shut out, and not even a whisper of wind can get in.

This is a private club known only to the top circles in Beijing. Those who enter are either extremely wealthy or powerful; ordinary people can't even find out which way the door faces.

Inside the private room, Su Wan sat opposite a noblewoman dressed in a silk cheongsam.

The white porcelain teacup in front of me was steaming, and the fragrance of Longjing tea filled the air.

"Miss Su, things have escalated to this point... are you sure nothing bad will happen?"

The lady, holding her teacup, frowned slightly, her tone tinged with concern: "The globally anticipated conference is just around the corner. What if we lose control and cause a huge mess..."

Su Wan smiled gently, picked up her teacup, took a sip, and said calmly and confidently, "Madam, please rest assured, we are professionals!"

"Moreover, things have developed to this point that it's no longer just us fanning the flames; it's human nature!"

"Human nature?" the noblewoman asked, puzzled.

"Yes, human nature!"

Su Wan put down her teacup: "Everyone has two sides in their heart, one good and one evil. They can't stand seeing people suffer, but they can't stand seeing people ascend to heaven."

They keep saying they hope China will produce geniuses, but when such a genius suddenly appears and reaches a height that they could never achieve in several lifetimes at such a young age, they can't suppress their jealousy.

Do you really think those netizens can't see that someone is stirring up trouble? They're just pretending not to know, using this as an excuse to openly vent their jealousy.

I can guarantee you, the people who are most viciously attacking Ji Bai online right now are the same group who were calling him "Emperor Ji Bai" and praising him as the pride of the nation a few days ago.

The noblewoman paused for a moment, then slowly nodded, her worries largely dissipating, replaced by an approving smile.

"Professional! Miss Su truly lives up to her reputation; she understands people's hearts perfectly."

Su Wan smiled, her tone calm yet meaningful: "Moreover, Madam, this matter is not just a matter of your family's efforts."

"Oh? There are others?" The lady was somewhat surprised.

Su Wan recalled the casual remark the boy had made in the hotel suite that afternoon, "You're not worthy of it," and a cold glint flashed in her eyes, her voice deepening.

"Ji Bai, you're blocking too many people's way!"

"Just you wait and see, Ji Bai will pay the price for his youthful arrogance!"

The lady was finally completely relieved. She picked up her teacup and gestured gently, saying, "With Miss Su's words, I feel at ease. You'll be well rewarded once this is done."

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