Chapter 31: Chapter 31 Galaxy Award
Editor: Henyee Translations
When Zhang Yuan finished explaining the entire solution, Wang Lili just opened her mouth and swallowed the heartfelt words she had prepared.
She secretly rolled her eyes and replied, “Student… very good answer, please sit down.”
So it turned out to be the legendary Academic God. People were actually the most annoying; they understood without studying and spoiled the classroom atmosphere.
Ye Kaifu had already restored his admiration and was no longer surprised, as if he was numb.
“The Great God is indeed the Great God, not changing his essence as a strong person because of sleeping…”
The strong had the privilege of sleeping.
He was ashamed of his jealousy.
Afterwards, everything was peaceful. Zhang Yuan didn’t doze off again, only mentally wandered, as if his pupils were focused on a distant void.
The teacher didn’t call names anymore, simply reciting the lecture like scripture until it ended.
“Ring ring,” the bell rang.
Wang Lili assigned a few after-class exercises, indicating that everyone could leave.
When it was time to go, everyone became extremely enthusiastic again, which was really frustrating.
“Let’s go, time to head back.”
After taking a short nap, Zhang Yuan was full of energy and wanted to go back to the dorm to continue working on his thesis.
Ye Kaifu reluctantly packed his materials and asked Zhang Yuan, “Mathematical equations are too difficult. Is there an overall framework for easier understanding?”
Zhang Yuan thought for a moment and said, “Framework? You mean a problem-solving approach? This course actually doesn’t have many complicated things.”
“Solving a homogeneous partial differential equation is the simplest. You just need to use separation of variables and follow a four-step approach to solve it…”
“Then comes the determination problem of an inhomogeneous general equation. The method is to introduce a new function, or use a parameter variation method, viewing the inhomogeneous problem as a homogeneous one to solve. Then, by using the Fourier series expansion, a new condition can be formed to solve it…”
“Later on, dealing with inhomogeneous boundary conditions is about converting them to homogeneous boundary conditions, thus turning it into solving an inhomogeneous general equation problem…”
Ye Kaifu was on the verge of tears and couldn’t help but shout.
When he realized there were no shortcuts in the entire learning process, he could only silently chant a phrase in his heart:
After packing up, the two were ready to leave.
“Zhang Yuan, don’t go yet!”
At this moment, Zhang Yuan suddenly heard a female voice calling behind him. He turned around and saw it was Xu Yunjing, the graduate student under Professor Wang Zhong.
“Senior sister, are you here attending the lecture too?”
Xu Yunjing said, “Yes… I’m planning to switch to the mechanical field when I pursue a doctorate, so I need to learn some related knowledge to make it easier to change fields in the future.”
Zhang Yuan asked curiously, “Switch to engineering? Aren’t you studying mathematics now? Won’t Professor Wang be upset?”
“He won’t, he won’t… He should respect my opinion.”
Xu Yunjing thought, I’m not that genius student. Why go down the pure mathematics path, which is tough and offers no money? Why make life difficult for myself?
“Is he your… junior? Your titles are so strange.” Wang Lili, the substitute teacher with large twinkling eyes, also looked over.
“Yes, let me introduce you.” Xu Yunjing said with a smile, “This is Wang Lili, my good friend, currently studying for a master’s with Professor Lin from the Mechanical Engineering College.”
“Hello, senior sister!”
“This junior sure is shy, huh? Spacing out and sleeping in class, and I even caught him red-handed.” Wang Lili said with a smile.
She lowered her voice slightly, “Though he finished that problem in a flash.”
Zhang Yuan felt a bit embarrassed. “Senior sister, I’m really sorry. I got tired writing the thesis, so I accidentally fell asleep. I didn’t mean it.”
“Writing a thesis at such a young age. What’s your topic?”
“Using geometric group theory and topological analysis to study robotic motion…”
Upon hearing the topic, Wang Lili was at a loss for words. “Are the kids this twisted nowadays? Group theory, topology and all that, while I’m still troubled for publishing papers. Getting a third or fourth-tier one would already be nice.”
Seeing them chatting, and in no time becoming senior sister and junior, Ye Kaifu on the side rolled his eyes. He lost interest in being the third wheel.
He grumbled a farewell, “Zhang Yuan, I’m heading to the library, bye!”
Ye Kaifu swaggered off with a smile on his face, while inwardly venting. What’s this “living is for learning”? That’s definitely a lie.
Such a pretty senior sister got attracted in no time. This skill is a model for our generation.
Since Zhang Yuan is hitting on girls, I should as well. Maybe I can encounter someone in the library?
The vacation is almost over. I can’t go on miserable .
After chatting for a while, Zhang Yuan asked, “Senior sister, was there something you needed me for?”
Xu Yunjing smacked her forehead. “Almost forgot, I actually do have something.”
At this time, there were only the three of them left in the entire classroom. Xu Yunjing searched in her little bag.
She pulled out an invitation and handed it to Zhang Yuan. “In a week, there will be a ‘Galaxy Award’ ceremony in the great hall of Xisha University to commemorate the successful construction of the Earth Era. You have an important award to receive, don’t forget.”
Zhang Yuan shivered all over. It seemed he had done nothing. The thesis wasn’t even done, and he was just an ordinary spaceship worker. What award would he receive? How come?
“How could it be my turn?”
“It’s your father’s award, dream on!”
Zhang Yuan’s heart jolted. His father’s award, it seemed he had no right to refuse.
Xu Yunjing made an exaggerated gesture, “That’s the legendary Galaxy Award first prize, with a ten-million reward! You, as your father’s only direct kin, should receive it on his behalf, not overstepping, right?”
“The Earth Era is about to set sail, so all these grand projects need to be completed. Moreover, there will be a fundraising ceremony afterwards, inciting those tycoons to . That’s the most crucial part.”
“The foundation is short on money, not billions but trillions! Squeezing some funds from those entrepreneurs would be good.”
“Alright, alright, I got it.”
However, it couldn’t be called a grand project; it’s the honor my father deserves!
Zhang Yuan thought about it. He had already d all his possessions, so there was no mental burden. He could go.
He then asked, “Do I need to give a speech or something?”
Xu Yunjing said with a smile, “Just go up to accept the award. Who would care about you, a small figure, seeing your little vanity! You’re not the person involved, just a stand-in, and the reporters won’t make it hard for you.”
“They might let you say a few words of ‘thanks,’ thanking the government, the foundation, the judges and so forth. It’s simple. You don’t need to worry about the fundraising event afterwards; we’ll handle it.”
“That’s good.” Zhang Yuan hated troublesome ceremonies the most. If he had to give a long speech and write a special article, he’d rather work on the thesis in that time.
“Don’t forget, I’ll remind you again when the time comes.”
After finishing, Zhang Yuan waved goodbye to the two who were teasing him, and walked off alone to think about his thesis.