War of Disinformation

The Riemann Hypothesis should now be called the Riemann Theorem.

The theoretical framework of Riemann Theorem regarding the distribution of prime numbers was established by Shen Qi. He has stated publicly on more than one occasion that he, Shen Qi, is responsible for providing theoretical support, while the application aspects are left to applied scientists.

Of the nine scientists in this room, eight are engaged in applied research, Officer Nie, a technically skilled general, is in charge of an even more applied field. Only Shen Qi is a pure Theoretician.

China's quantum information project is a major project concerning the nation's destiny, and whether quantum communication security technology is in the hands of Chinese scientists is of great importance.

Academician Pan's team encountered a problem. He met Shen Qi through Dean Ning, who was also an academician, and hoped that Shen Qi could help the Chinese quantum information research team solve the key problem.

"This brings us back to the topic of basic theoretical research. Although I am an applied researcher, and most of us here are applied researchers, we firmly believe that the depth of theoretical understanding determines the depth of application, and that Theoretician guide applied researchers." Academician Pan looked earnestly at Shen Qi and said, "Shen Qi, on behalf of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and our team, I sincerely hope that you can derive the set of equations you mentioned from the theoretical connection between quantum chaotic systems and the Riemann Theorem, thereby establishing a new, inherently secure quantum key distribution theory to help us improve our quantum communication security system. I apologize for the abrupt invitation today, as I was notified beforehand."

"I know this is a matter of national importance and needs to be kept secret beforehand, I completely understand. How about this, Academician Pan, give me some time, I will do my best. This matter is too important, and for the sake of confidentiality, I will complete the research on the new quantum key theory on my own, so it will take some time." Before entering the Chinese Academy of Sciences building, Shen Qi had guessed that the nature of today's impromptu meeting was unusual, and sure enough, it was.

Academician Pan walked up to Shen Qi and firmly grasped Shen Qi's tender hand with his old one. "I'm entrusting this to you, Shen Qi!"

The other physicists shook hands with Shen Qi, saying, "You've worked hard, young man. We look forward to your good news!"

Finally, it was Officer Nie's turn to shake hands with Shen Qi: "Professor Shen, we will guarantee your safety. No matter where you are in the world, Chinese soldiers will never let you suffer any harm."

After finishing, Officer Nie added, "Professor Shen, my personal suggestion is that you don't return to the United States this time. After all, the environment in China is stable and the safety level is relatively high."

Shen Qi shook his head. "I still need to stay in the United States for a while. I want to carry out the proof of the Hodge conjecture in a high-profile manner, so that the whole world knows that I am doing this, and that I am doing this in the United States. As for quantum key theory, I will secretly advance it without making it public."

Officer Nie suddenly realized. "A feint to the east while attacking in the west, a secret maneuver— Professor Shen is trying to confuse the enemy strategically?"

Shen Qi: "Don't look at me like that, Officer Nie. I'm not trying to deceive you with strategic rhetoric. Hodge conjecture that this project is really going to be launched, and it's a major project in itself."

Academician Pan asked, "Shen Qi, we appreciate your help. What resources and assistance do you need?"

Shen Qi thought for a moment and said, "I need a physics professorship, a nominal one, without research tasks or rigid performance targets, and without having to work full-time at that university."

This request was a bit strange. Academician Pan asked, "Is this part of your plan?"

Shen Qi nodded. "Yes."

Academician Pan looked at Dean Ning: "That's easy, Dean Ning. You're the dean of the Yanjing University Physics Department, why don't you arrange something for Shen Qi?"

"I'll arrange it right away," Dean Ning readily agreed.

Shen Qi shook his head. "It's best not to arrange it in the capital. And if I may be frank, Dean Ning, our Yanjing University Physics Department's Astronomical Observation Equipment needs to be upgraded."

"How does this relate to Astronomical Observation Equipment?" Dean Ning asked, puzzled.

Officer Nie said thoughtfully, "This should be another part of Professor Shen's strategic plan."

Shen Qi looked at another academician, Academician Shi from Nangang University of Technology: "Academician Shi, I heard that you have an advanced astronomical telescope in Nangang University Town, ranking among the top three in Asia."

Academician Shi: "That's right, it was just put into use six months ago."

Shen Qi: "Does your School of Physics recruit professors?"

Academician Shi smiled and said, "There are no more spots available this year, but if you want to come, there will be."

"Shen Qi, after all this talk, it turns out you want to get a physics professorship under Lao Shi? Astrophysics?" Dean Ning was completely bewildered. Shen Qi's strategic plan hadn't even been implemented yet, but he had already confused his own people.

"Yes, I want to take a nominal position as a physics professor at Nangang University of Technology. My parents are both in Nangang, and as the saying goes, 'Parents should not travel far,' I want to do my best to fulfill my filial duty." Shen Qi made his specific request.

"The reason of filial piety makes perfect sense, no problem. I am also the dean of the School of Physics at Nangang University of Technology. Nangang University of Technology welcomes you, Professor Shen Qi." Academician Shi shook hands with Shen Qi again. The small matter of Shen Qi being appointed as a physics professor was easily resolved in the midst of the conversation among the academicians.

After the meeting, Shen Qi and Academician Shi flew to their hometown Nangang City.

Shen Qi is currently a professor of mathematics at Princeton University, a visiting professor of mathematics at Yenching University, a senior mathematics advisor at the Morning Star Mathematics Center, and a distinguished professor of physics at Nangang University of Technology.

Less than a month after returning to China, Shen Qi gained three more titles. There was no way around it; the situation forced him to accept these titles whether he wanted to or not.

With more titles and more projects, no one knew what Shen Qi really wanted to do; only he himself knew his mission and tasks.

"Dad, Mom, I'm back." Shen Qi's first stop after arriving in Nangang City was home.

"Why are you back alone again? Where's Ou Ye?" Shen Zhishan looked towards the door, but no girl followed Shen Qi into the house.

Shen Qi explained, "Ou Ye is currently in the United States working on her doctoral research and is very busy. She doesn't have time to come back to China."

"How many days will you stay at home?" Fan Yunxia asked.

"I have five more days. I'm going back to Princeton in five days. I'm so hungry! I can smell the soup my Mom is making. Time to eat!"

This dinner was the most delicious meal Shen Qi had eaten in recent years; even the most exquisite delicacies couldn't compare to the soup and dishes his Mom had personally cooked.

After finishing his meal, Shen Qi went downstairs for a walk with a large red envelope in his hand.

After a ten-minute walk, Shen Qi arrived at a residential complex where his high school friend Xu Rui had bought a house.

"Are you home?" Shen Qi called Xu Rui.

"Scientist Shen, you're willing to come back? Do you know how much I'll hate you for the rest of my life!" Xu Rui said unhappily. Last year, when he got married, Shen Qi broke his promise and didn't return to China to attend Xu Rui's wedding.

Shen Qi said apologetically, "I really couldn't get away during your wedding last year. Why don't you get married again?"

Xu Rui: "Get married my ass! I'm about to become a father!"

"You're going to be a dad so soon? Open the door, I'm at your doorstep." Shen Qi was quite surprised. He knew Xu Rui's wife, Du Qianqian. Du Qianqian was a professional track and field athlete. Xu Rui had once said that, considering Qianqian's career lifespan, they wouldn't have children before she turned thirty.

Xu Rui opened the door, cursing "Shen Qi, you bastard!" while giving Shen Qi a warm hug. "I know you're busy saving the world, it's good that you're back, Professor Shen. You're about to become Godfather Shen. Don't stand me up this time, okay? You said you'd be my baby's godfather."