Ch. 1601Schism and Shattering
Key Plot Points and Events
- The chapter opens with a tense atmosphere in Gottingen Zhai, where a schism is brewing.
- He Wai'er, the head of Gottingen Zhai, is enraged upon discovering his junior disciples discussing how to overthrow the concept of well-ordered sets.
- He Wai'er leaves Gottingen Zhai after being challenged by his fellow disciples.
- Three months earlier, True Person Hai Ting's speech at the Huabo Pavilion marks the beginning of the School of Separation's schism.
- The Gottingen Sect and some mathematicians cooperate for a while, leading to new theories and discoveries.
Character Developments
- He Wai'er: He shows his dedication to maintaining unity and academic integrity within Gottingen Zhai, but ultimately decides to leave when faced with dissent.
- True Person Hai Ting: His speech at the Huabo Pavilion leads to his expulsion from the School of Separation, marking the beginning of the schism.
- Vanhbach: He is revealed to have stirred up trouble between the Gottingen Sect and Feng Luoyi, aiming to exploit their theoretical disagreements.
Significant Themes
- The chapter explores the theme of schism within academic and philosophical communities, with the School of Separation and Gottingen Sect serving as examples.
- The tension between theoretical disagreements and personal relationships is also a central theme.
- The concept of "absoluteness" in mathematical principles is introduced, suggesting a unifying principle amidst diversity.
Character Interactions
- He Wai'er interacts with his junior disciples, leading to his decision to leave Gottingen Zhai.
- True Person Hai Ting's interaction with the audience at the Huabo Pavilion results in his expulsion from the School of Separation.
- The cooperation between the Gottingen Sect, Feng Luoyi, Turing, and Su Junyu leads to new discoveries and a temporary unity.