Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chenghuang Company plans to build a Black Box Factory, suspected to produce Artificial Blood.
• Online discussions erupt, with initial skepticism and pessimism about Chenghuang's capabilities.
• Nobel Laureate in Economics, Graham, publicly dismisses Artificial Blood as hype, citing his friend and Nobel Laureate in Biology, Webster.
• Graham's statements spark further online debates and media attention.
• Webster goes silent on social media, avoiding engagement in the discussion.
• Song He plans to use the online controversy to manipulate Wei Rui Pharmaceutical's stock.

Character Developments

• Song He: Shows strategic thinking and patience in managing the Artificial Blood project and online debates.
• Graham: Demonstrates influence and authority by involving himself in the discussion, but also shows bias in his assessment of Artificial Blood.
• Webster: Initially active on social media, but becomes silent and evasive when the topic turns to Artificial Blood.

Significant Themes

• The influence of authoritative figures (Nobel Laureates) on public opinion and the tech industry.
• The power of online debates and social media in shaping public perception and market trends.
• The tension between technological progress and public skepticism.

Character Interactions

• Song He reads and engages with online discussions, planning his next move.
• Graham and Webster interact indirectly through their public statements, with Graham citing Webster's opinion.
• Netizens engage in heated debates, with both sides trying to prove their stance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He and Professor Ma meet again, with Song He initially disrespectful due to ignorance of Professor Ma's status.
• Professor Ma challenges Song He and other researchers (Lu Chengen, Tao Miaochun, Zuo Gaoming) to screen fungi from soil samples to find potential antibiotic-producing strains.
• Song He uses his Fungi Rapid Growth Spray to accelerate the cultivation process.

Character Developments

• Song He: Demonstrates his skills in fungi cultivation, gains respect from Professor Ma, and shows humility despite his abilities.
• Professor Ma: Reveals his high standards and expectations, driving competition among researchers, and shows interest in Song He's potential.
• Lu Chengen, Tao Miaochun, and Zuo Gaoming: Show determination and eagerness to impress Professor Ma and secure a spot in his future projects.

Significant Themes

• Competition and collaboration in academic research.
• Recognition and respect for expertise and achievement.
• The drive to excel and prove oneself in the face of challenging opportunities.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Professor Ma: Initially awkward due to Song He's disrespect, but develops into a mutual respect and interest in each other's abilities.
• Song He and other researchers: Compete but also cooperate, acknowledging each other's skills and the collective goal of finding potential antibiotic-producing fungi.
• Graduate students: Observe the competition with a mix of awe, envy, and camaraderie, recognizing the rare opportunity for students to compete with professors on the same stage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He reveals that people working on Photovoltaic and Controlled Nuclear Fusion are the most threatened by oil giants.
• Lu Geng and his friends discuss the efficiency and potential of Photovoltaic and Controlled Nuclear Fusion.
• They explore the concept of air-synthesized food and its potential to feed more people.
• Song He explains the energy conversion and pricing differences between Gasoline and electricity.
• They discuss the choice between using land for Photovoltaic panels or Gasoline Bacteria cultivation, with Lu Geng calculating the break-even conversion rate for Gasoline Bacteria.

Character Developments

• Lu Geng demonstrates his analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Xiang Xiaotong shows understanding of theoretical and actual values in energy conversion.
• Cha Xinran exhibits futuristic thinking with the air-synthesized food concept.
• Song He acts as an informative mentor, guiding the students' understanding of energy sources and economics.

Significant Themes

• The importance of renewable energy sources (Photovoltaic, Controlled Nuclear Fusion).
• The economic implications of energy conversion and storage.
• The potential impact of technology on food production and global population.

Character Interactions

• Song He guides and teaches the three students, fostering their understanding of energy economics.
• Lu Geng, Xiang Xiaotong, and Yu Banmeng engage in a collaborative learning process, building on each other's ideas.
• The students' interactions highlight their complementary skills and knowledge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong are stranded in a desert for training, with limited water and food.
• They discover they're near a snake den, with snakes likely attracted by a nearby water source.
• The Directorate informs them that a fire in their return capsule has burned their water supply, leaving them with only one bottle of water for the day.
• They decide to drink half a bottle each and collect dew using a simple water collector.
• Song He leads them towards a nearby water source, guessing it's a small lake.

Character Developments

• Song He demonstrates his knowledge of the area, the snakes, and survival skills.
• Xiang Xiaotong shows adaptability and trust in her husband's decisions.
• Both characters maintain a lighthearted and humorous attitude despite their situation.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.
• Trust and teamwork in a challenging situation.
• The importance of knowledge and experience in problem-solving.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong support each other, with Song He taking the lead in decision-making and Xiang Xiaotong trusting and following his lead.
• They maintain a playful and teasing dynamic, using humor to cope with their situation.
• They express affection and care for each other, with Song He calling Xiang Xiaotong "wife" and them holding hands while walking.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A video surfaces of a company, North Carolina Blue, claiming to have developed a Dream Helmet that rivals or surpasses Brain-like Chip Company's Dream Control Helmet.
• The video is analyzed by Brain-like Chip Company's think tank, revealing it to be a propaganda film with exaggerated claims and weak core R&D capabilities.
• The think tank concludes that the Dream Helmet poses a low threat to the Dream Control Helmet's sales and has contingency plans for potential risks.

Character Developments

• Song He, the CEO of Brain-like Chip Company, remains calm and composed upon hearing about the Dream Helmet, trusting his company's think tank to handle the situation.
• Wei Liqun, the think tank leader, demonstrates thoroughness and reliability in analyzing the video and assessing the threat posed by the Dream Helmet.

Significant Themes

• Competition and innovation in the tech industry.
• The impact of media propaganda and public perception on businesses.
• The importance of reliable intelligence and contingency planning for companies.

Character Interactions

• Song He interacts with the company's think tank through messages, affirming their plans with a simple "Read."
• Wei Liqun and his team analyze the video and present their findings to Song He, demonstrating their competence and professionalism.
• Song He and his wife, Xiang Xiaotong, engage in a brief exchange while preparing to leave their wilderness survival training site, showing a harmonious and cooperative relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He successfully cultivates algae and completes the first step of the Black Technology Blueprint, "Finding Algae."
• He moves on to the second step, "Artificial Organelle," which involves implanting appropriate organelles into the algae to enhance their nitrification capabilities.
• Song He uses the Organelle All-in-One Machine to inject Nitrifying Organelles into Pennate Diatom algae, but the process initially causes the algae to weaken and eventually die en masse.
• Song He attempts to rescue the algae and continues to experiment with other types of algae.

Character Developments

• Song He demonstrates his dedication and perseverance in his research, working tirelessly and taking risks to advance the project despite the challenges and setbacks.
• Yu Anbang, though not a main character, shows concern and shock upon seeing the state of the Laboratory, indicating a level of care for Song He's well-being.

Significant Themes

• The theme of perseverance is evident as Song He continues to experiment despite the initial failure of the organelle implantation process.
• The struggle between scientific progress and potential harm or failure is highlighted, as Song He's actions could lead to significant advancements but also carry risks.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Yu Anbang have minimal interaction in this chapter, with Yu Anbang only appearing briefly to express shock at the state of the Laboratory.
• Song He interacts primarily with the algae and the Organelle All-in-One Machine, demonstrating his focus and dedication to his research.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor lectures on tuning curves, calling on Fan Tao, who answers correctly.
• Students discover Song He is offering a course on the Lunar City Project APP.
• A frenzy ensues as students rush to register for Song He's course.
• Fan Tao, Zuo Gaoming, and their professor Lu Chengen try to register but are delayed by a verification code.
• They realize the intense competition for the course, with only 350 spots available.

Character Developments

• Fan Tao shows her intelligence by answering the professor's question correctly.
• Zuo Gaoming demonstrates his calm demeanor under pressure.
• Lu Chengen reveals his eagerness to learn from his former student, Song He.

Significant Themes

• Competition and ambition in academic circles.
• The desire to learn from successful individuals.
• The use of technology and software to gain an advantage.

Character Interactions

• Fan Tao and Zuo Gaoming interact as classmates, with a hint of friendly rivalry.
• Lu Chengen interacts with his former students, showing concern for their academic pursuits and eagerness to learn from Song He.
• The students in the cafeteria interact through their shared desire to register for Song He's course, creating a tense and competitive atmosphere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Grandma Yun, a fortune teller, has a notebook containing predicted death dates of prominent figures, which she records and verifies.
• Boss Wu, a terminally ill patient, is predicted to die but miraculously recovers after participating in a clinical trial for the Chenghuang Stomach Cancer Drug.
• Boss Wu's recovery is confirmed through detailed medical records, and Grandma Yun learns about the drug's remarkable success through news articles.

Character Developments

• Grandma Yun: Initially skeptical about Boss Wu's recovery, she becomes amazed and intrigued by the potential of the Chenghuang Stomach Cancer Drug.
• Boss Wu: Transforms from a terminally ill patient to a recovered individual, becoming an advocate for the Chenghuang Stomach Cancer Drug.
• Boss Liu: Stays at the Mayo Clinic despite Boss Wu's advice, ultimately leading to his death.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: Grandma Yun's predictions challenge the notion of fate, while Boss Wu's recovery suggests that destiny can be altered.
• Trust and belief: Boss Wu's trust in the Chenghuang Company's drugs contributes to his recovery, while Boss Liu's lack of trust in affordable treatments leads to his demise.
• The power of medicine: The Chenghuang Stomach Cancer Drug's remarkable efficacy highlights the potential impact of medical advancements on society.

Character Interactions

• Grandma Yun and Boss Wu: Their interaction reveals Boss Wu's recovery and the details of his treatment, sparking Grandma Yun's interest in the Chenghuang Stomach Cancer Drug.
• Boss Wu and Boss Liu: Their contrasting approaches to treatment lead to different outcomes, with Boss Wu recovering and Boss Liu passing away.
• Grandma Yun and Song He: A brief interaction through WeChat, where Song He sends her news about the Chenghuang Stomach Cancer Drug, further piquing Grandma Yun's interest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He completes the Artificial Vision technology, with the Black Technology Blueprint reaching 100%.
• The technology involves Bacterial-Grade Robots for drug delivery, Artificial Eyeballs, and new drugs to promote Optic Nerve and Visual Cortex recovery.
• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong agree to collaborate on commercial sales, splitting profits 50-50.
• They plan to conduct vision restoration surgeries on blind monkeys simultaneously to create the world's first monkey with restored vision, betting on the outcome.

Character Developments

• Song He demonstrates his quick thinking and intuition in analyzing data and completing the technology.
• Xiang Xiaotong shows her determination and ambition in wanting to compete with top universities like Tsinghua and Peking University.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of scientific advancement and its potential to change lives.
• Collaboration and competition in scientific research.
• The impact of disability and the desire to overcome it.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong work together, with Xiang Xiaotong's team helping with Artificial Eyeballs while Song He focuses on new drugs.
• They engage in friendly competition, betting on who can create the first monkey with restored vision.
• Xiang Xiaotong shows concern for her colleague, Lao Zhao, visiting him to deliver good news about the Artificial Vision technology.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He analyzes brain cell signals from lab mice and monkeys in the cafeteria at 5 AM.
• Tan Xi (Octopus Bro), a Level Ⅲ professor, approaches Song He, offering him a chance to join his Sleeping Pill project team with the promise of authorship on any resulting paper.
• Song He declines Tan Xi's offer, leading to Tan Xi's resentment.
• Song He receives a message that his course, "Drug Research and Development Analysis," has been approved.
• At the course approval meeting, Song He encounters Tan Xi and his colleagues, who are surprised by Song He's presence.
• Song He receives the course approval notice, revealing the classroom, time, number of students, and Points standards.

Character Developments

• Song He demonstrates confidence and independence in his research direction, refusing Tan Xi's offer.
• Tan Xi shows arrogance and condescension, underestimating Song He and believing his own direction is the only viable one.
• Tang Rongrong, the course approval distributor, remains professional and unbiased.

Significant Themes

• Competition and rivalry in academia, as seen between Song He and Tan Xi.
• The importance of one's research direction and independence.
• The approval process for courses and the Points system.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Tan Xi have a tense confrontation, with Tan Xi trying to assert his dominance and Song He standing his ground.
• Song He interacts briefly with Tang Rongrong, receiving the course approval notice from her.
• The professors present at the meeting discuss Tan Xi and Song He's rivalry, expressing surprise at Song He's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xi Yanfan shares campus gossip about Song He, including initial skepticism about his abilities and the teacher's favoritism.
• Song He invites Xi Yanfan to assist him in his research on Neuropeptides, but she declines due to the field's difficulty.
• Song He works alone in the lab until 3 a.m., awaiting an important phone call from his teacher, Xiang Xiaotong.
• Xiang Xiaotong calls with both good and bad news, starting with the good.

Character Developments

• Song He: Shows confidence in his research abilities and invites Xi Yanfan to join his project, demonstrating his ambition and self-assurance.
• Xi Yanfan: Reveals her knowledge of various research fields and expresses caution about the difficulty of Neuropeptide research.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Confidence: Song He's unwavering belief in his abilities and his desire to take on challenging research topics.
• Skepticism and Acceptance: The initial doubt from classmates about Song He's abilities, which he aims to overcome through his work.
• Mentorship and Collaboration: The potential partnership between Song He and Xi Yanfan, reflecting the importance of collaboration in academic research.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Xi Yanfan: They engage in a conversation about research topics, with Song He trying to recruit Xi Yanfan for his project, while she expresses her reservations.
• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong: Although not physically present, their relationship is hinted at, with Song He awaiting news from his teacher, suggesting a mentor-mentee dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The couple discovers a stunning heart-shaped Rose Lake in the Badain Jaran Desert.
• They set up a water collector by the lake to collect drinkable water.
• They set up a tent on a sand dune to rest and watch a live stream of a marathon test at their former university.

Character Developments

• Song He shows his practical knowledge about the desert and its colored lakes.
• Xiang Xiaotong displays her enthusiasm and adaptability in the wilderness.
• Both characters exhibit their scientific curiosity when they find unknown animal skeletons by the lake.

Significant Themes

• The beauty and harshness of nature.
• The couple's shared love for science and discovery.
• The contrast between their wilderness experience and the comforts of civilization (as seen in the live stream).

Character Interactions

• The couple works together to set up the water collector and tent, demonstrating their teamwork and mutual support.
• They share a moment of relaxation and connection while watching the live stream in their tent.
• They express their shared desire to go to the Moon after completing their final training.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dewitt, a renowned mathematician, has signed a human hibernation volunteer contract due to an incurable illness.
• His family is informed about the procedure, risks, and slim chances of revival.
• Song He, Dewitt's acquaintance, suggests two possible revival methods: waiting for medical advancements or communicating with Dewitt's brain using an unstable Dream Control Helmet.
• Dewitt's last words are revealed: he confirmed the correctness of Song He's work on the Song He Manifold and distributed his property among his children.

Character Developments

• Song He: Shows empathy and understanding towards Dewitt's family, offering hope and possible solutions. He is also shocked and introspective about Dewitt's last words regarding his work.
• Dewitt: Though absent, his character is revealed through his last words and actions, showing foresight and trust in Song He's work.

Significant Themes

• Hope and Uncertainty: The theme of hope is prevalent, with Song He offering two potential revival methods. However, the uncertainty of these methods and the slim chances of success create a tense atmosphere.
• Legacy and Trust: Dewitt's last words highlight the importance of legacy and trust, as he confirms Song He's work and entrusts Deng Puhe to announce it.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Dewitt's Family: Song He consoles and informs Dewitt's family about the hibernation process and possible revival methods, showing empathy and understanding.
• Dewitt and Deng Puhe: Though not directly interacting, Dewitt entrusts Deng Puhe with his last words, showing trust and reliance on him.
• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong: They discuss Dewitt's passing and the online debates surrounding it, showing a casual and comfortable dynamic between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He's alleged internal speech reveals corruption and mismanagement within Chenghuang Company, leading to a major internal rectification.
• The company confirms an upcoming new product, on par with the Rejuvenation Drug, causing widespread speculation.
• Chenghuang Company denies the authenticity of the speech, but actions align with its content, causing confusion.

Character Developments

• Song He: Maintains a low profile while the company faces scrutiny, continues research on the Artificial Heart.
• Chenghuang Employees: Some are arrested, others are concerned about the new product and their job security.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and its consequences
• Transparency and accountability in business
• The power of public opinion and media influence
• The ethical implications of advanced medical technology

Character Interactions

• Song He interacts with Chenghuang executives and employees, either directly (in meetings) or indirectly (through the speech manuscript).
• Netizens worldwide discuss and speculate about the speech and the upcoming product.
• Song He collaborates with Xiang Xiaotong on Artificial Heart research.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Students arrive at a construction site where a Supercomputer parts production plant is being built. The plant's design will depend on whether the students can create a new Supercomputer before the Spring Festival.
• They then reach the 'Fifty Thousand District', a wealthy area where Brain-like Chip Company employees live, with an average monthly salary of around fifty thousand yuan.
• The Brain-like Chip Company's building is a unique, science fiction-inspired structure. Upon arrival, they witness a grand arrest drama involving police, teachers, and security guards.

Character Developments

• Song He, the tour guide, showcases his knowledge and enthusiasm about the company and its surroundings.
• Students demonstrate curiosity and excitement as they observe the scenes below.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and affluence, as seen in the Fifty Thousand District and the potential for increased wealth if the Supercomputer upgrade is successful.
• Innovation and progress, highlighted by the potential redesign of the factories and the creation of a new Supercomputer.
• Power and authority, evident in the grand arrest drama and the company's unique architectural style.

Character Interactions

• Song He interacts with the students as a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, providing information and answering their questions.
• Students interact with each other, expressing their amazement and curiosity about the scenes they witness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He's productivity and concentration decline significantly due to increasing anxiety.
• He sets unrealistic goals to catch up on his work, but fails to make progress.
• He becomes increasingly irritable and stressed, feeling trapped and desperate to solve the problem.
• By the end of December, he enters a state of anger, sorrow, and psychological collapse.
• Xiang Xiaotong's Infant Incubation Pod project also hits a bottleneck, causing her similar distress.

Character Developments

• Song He: Struggles with severe anxiety and stress, leading to a decline in his work and mental state. He becomes increasingly irritable and desperate, understanding the mental toll of unsolvable problems.
• Xiang Xiaotong: Also faces a bottleneck in her project, mirroring her husband's distress. She remains supportive, comforting Song He despite her own struggles.

Significant Themes

• Anxiety and Stress: Both characters experience intense anxiety and stress due to their work, highlighting the mental toll of high-pressure situations.
• Support and Comfort: Xiang Xiaotong's embrace serves as a source of comfort and support for Song He, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection in coping with stress.
• Feeling Trapped: Both characters feel trapped by their problems, unable to make progress and escape their mental states.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong: Xiang Xiaotong's embrace serves as a crucial source of comfort and support for Song He, helping him temporarily escape his obsessed state. Their interaction highlights their emotional connection and mutual support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chu Long, tasked with presenting Song He's new mathematical findings, faces initial chaos as he struggles to locate the manuscript.
• Chu Long goes on stage, nervous but composed after receiving instructions from Song He via an earpiece.
• He presents 37 new mathematical symbols, each with a complex explanation, causing confusion and laughter among the audience.
• Chu Long begins explaining the proof steps using these new symbols, which resemble emoticons, further sparking laughter.

Character Developments

• Chu Long: He overcomes initial nervousness and maintains composure while presenting, despite not fully understanding the material. He shows resilience and professionalism in the face of unexpected reactions from the audience.
• Song He: Although not present, his eccentric approach to creating new mathematical symbols and explaining them is revealed. He remains calm and focused on the task at hand, urging Chu Long to continue despite the audience's laughter.

Significant Themes

• Communication Breakdown: The new mathematical symbols, while innovative, cause confusion and laughter due to their complexity and unfamiliarity, highlighting the challenges in communicating complex ideas effectively.
• Professionalism vs. Humanity: Chu Long's commitment to presenting the material despite not fully understanding it contrasts with the audience's immediate laughter, raising questions about the balance between professionalism and human reaction.

Character Interactions

• Chu Long and Song He: Despite not being together, they maintain a smooth flow of communication, with Song He guiding Chu Long through the presentation.
• Chu Long and the Audience: The interaction is initially tense due to Chu Long's nervousness and the audience's confusion. However, it shifts to a more lighthearted atmosphere as the audience laughs at the symbol's emoticon-like appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chenghuang Talented Children Education Charity Foundation to be established, distributing learning materials worldwide.
• Foundation employees encounter dangerous situations, such as witnessing a massacre in Gangguwa and contracting diseases.
• Song He decides to establish "Chenghuang World News" to report on ignored areas, with foundation employees moonlighting as reporters.

Character Developments

• Wei Liqun demonstrates efficiency and dedication in managing the foundation's operations.
• Song He shows strategic thinking and subtlety in planning the "Chenghuang World News".

Significant Themes

• The foundation's mission to help underprivileged children worldwide.
• The dangers and challenges faced by foundation employees in their work.
• The power of media and subtlety in influencing public opinion.

Character Interactions

• Wei Liqun reports to Song He about the foundation's progress and challenges.
• Song He interacts with Wei Liqun and Xiang Xiaotong to plan the "Chenghuang World News".
• Foundation employees are expected to interact with readers through the "Chenghuang World News" platform.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong spend a night together, experimenting with a CD's effects on their brains.
• They discuss the discovery of strange worms in Antarctica, which can change their genetic makeup and physical form rapidly.

Character Developments

• Song He: Shows concern for Xiang Xiaotong's work-life balance and understands the importance of their research.
• Xiang Xiaotong: Struggles with balancing her personal life and work responsibilities, ultimately prioritizing her work.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of scientific discovery and its potential consequences.
• The struggle between personal desires and professional responsibilities.

Character Interactions

• Song He and Xiang Xiaotong: They support each other's work and share a deep understanding, despite their different fields of expertise.
• Xiang Xiaotong and Jiang Liquan: They discuss the discovery of the Antarctic worms, with Xiang Xiaotong expressing shock and disbelief at the genetic changes observed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chu Long, wearing an earpiece connected to Song He, lectures for over two and a half hours, proving the Song He Manifold Conjecture.
• The audience is initially confused and skeptical but becomes excited and disbelief when Chu Long announces the proof's completion.
• News of the proof spreads rapidly, causing a commotion in the adjacent lecture hall where Deng Puhe is speaking.
• The crowd rushes to Lecture Hall Number Three, demanding Chu Long rewrite the proof steps on multiple blackboards.

Character Developments

• Chu Long: Shows remarkable stamina and speed in writing and explaining the complex proof, demonstrating his dedication and skill.
• Song He: Proves the Song He Manifold Conjecture, a significant mathematical achievement, but is initially unaware of the commotion it causes.
• Deng Puhe: Initially unaware of the proof, becomes excited and eager to verify it once he learns about it.
• Dewitt: Typically composed, Dewitt shows unusual excitement and urgency in verifying the proof.

Significant Themes

• Excitement and Disbelief: The audience's initial confusion and skepticism turns into excitement and disbelief upon hearing the proof's announcement.
• Verification and Validation: The demand for Chu Long to rewrite the proof steps highlights the importance of verification and validation in the mathematical community.
• Impact and Recognition: The proof of the Song He Manifold Conjecture has significant implications for the mathematical community, with potential recognition in the form of the Fields Medal.

Character Interactions

• Chu Long and Song He: Chu Long acts as a conduit for Song He's proof, with Song He providing the information through an earpiece.
• Deng Puhe and Dewitt: Both mathematicians show excitement and urgency in verifying the proof, with Dewitt physically pushing through the crowd to find Chu Long.
• Audience and Chu Long: Initially skeptical, the audience becomes excited and demanding, urging Chu Long to rewrite the proof steps for verification.