The Red Era, the Opening University Speech

Chapter 257 A 23-year-old young man? Impossible!
With the unilateral change of mind by the big brother and the withdrawal of a large amount of aid, many scientific and technological research projects in Xia State came to a standstill. It took a very difficult process to get back on track.

Moreover, the three winners of the first prize in the previous session, Qian Wushi, Hua Luogeng and Wu Wenjun, did not participate in this selection, otherwise they would have at least won the first prize.

In other words, he seems to be taking advantage of a bargain.

As if seeing through Li Mu's thoughts, the superior looked at him and said softly:
"You, don't be so modest. This is the honor you deserve. Even if it was the first session, you, with your J language, could definitely win first prize!"

The innovation of the world's computer language has brought Xiaguo's computing technology level up by several levels. It has also indirectly increased the upper limit of the computing power of subsequent computers and opened up a whole new field of software design. These achievements are quite impressive even in the first session.

After saying that, the superior patted Li Mu on the shoulder again, didn't say anything more, and quickly continued with the rest of the award ceremony.

After all, it is a public place and it will be reported nationwide.

The first prize of the National Highest Science and Technology Progress Award was enough to make Li Mu stand out. If people knew that he had been talking about it for so long, it would definitely arouse suspicion from those who were interested.

……

The award ceremony came to an end with passionate music.

The superior leader spoke briefly again:

"I have said before that we must strive to change our country's backwardness in economy, science and culture within a few decades and quickly reach the world's advanced level. Only in this way can we liberate productivity and realize our doctrine."

"I originally thought that this time might be a little early, but now it seems that I underestimated the scientists in our country."

"They have a high and full patriotic enthusiasm, a diligent and dedicated research spirit, and the determination to climb the mountain of scientific and technological development without fear of hardship or difficulty. With them, I believe our country will surely become a scientific and technological power..."

……

This affirmation and encouragement made all the scientists feel excited.

Their eyes were fixed firmly on that majestic figure, and they vowed to devote their whole lives to the future blueprint outlined by their superiors!

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Soon after the award ceremony, major newspapers, radio stations and broadcasts across the country began to report on the event.

People's Daily: "my country's National Academy of Sciences has restarted the National Science and Technology Progress Award and selected 21 winners. Among them, the one who surprised us the most was the 23-year-old winner - Li Mu."

Guangmin Daily: "Among the winners of the National Highest Science and Technology Progress Award, there are 3 scientists in the field of mathematics, 4 scientists in the field of physics... Among them, there are as many as 5 in the field of semiconductors, which is surprising, especially the only first prize winner, Comrade Li Mu..."

New Summer News: "At only 23 years old, less than a year after graduation, a fresh graduate has gone from being the 'king of inventions' to the 'leader of young scientists'. Now he is catching up with the older generation of scientists and has won the first prize. His future..."

……

In just one day, almost everyone knew about the National Highest Science and Technology Progress Award Ceremony.

Likewise, the two words "Li Mu" were also deeply imprinted in their minds.

They may not understand how much impact J language can have on the country's scientific and technological development, but they know how difficult it is to get an audience with their superiors.

For a while, discussions and symposiums to learn from Li Mu and emulate Comrade Li Mu became a trend in various places.

……

Inside the special building, at Master Qian Wu’s home.

Li Mujie took the newspaper handed over by his teacher and saw the report on it. He couldn't help but smile bitterly. He originally thought that it would just be a little publicity at most, but who would have thought that it would become such a big fuss.

Now, I'm afraid that he is known not only in China but also abroad.

Master Qian Wu looked at the people inside and said with a smile, "Why, you are not happy after becoming famous? There are so many people who want to have this kind of fame but don't have it yet."

Among the scientists of Xia Country, no one can compare to Li Mu in terms of fame.

A scholar with remarkable achievements, a scientist who works for the welfare of the people and the development of the country, the key is that he is young and has an unlimited future, which gives people plenty of room for imagination.

No one knows how far Li Mu can go and how strong he can make the country if he is given more time.

But they wait and see.

"Teacher, please stop teasing me." Li Mu shook his head after hearing what Master Qian Wu said, "I originally thought I could only win the second prize, but I didn't expect to win the first prize, and the only one."

"You deserve the first prize. It would be wrong to get the second prize." Master Qian laughed and said, "Besides, the more famous you are, the safer you will be."

"Do you think Emperor M would rather believe that you, a 23-year-old young man, came up with these supercomputers, or that it was an old expert or professor who did it?"

Li Mu said, "Forget it, let's not talk about this, teacher. I came here to ask you for your advice. When I finish the work at hand, I will put the development of the surface-to-air D missile on the schedule."

"Oh, it seems that you are very confident. Then I have to test you carefully." Master Qian Wu laughed when he heard this.

Then, he began to test Li Mu's learning of applied physics in recent period.

As expected, even he had to admire Li Mu's theoretical knowledge. Now Li Mu's knowledge reserves were no less than his own.

Of course, remembering the theory is one thing, but being able to apply it and produce new theories and new results is the most important thing.

……

It took more than an hour for Master Qian Wu to conduct a comprehensive examination of Li Mu in classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, elasticity, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, atomic physics and solid state physics.

He looked at Li Mu who was answering fluently and said, "In theory, I have nothing more to teach you. Your current level is completely up to the level of top doctoral students abroad."

"In this case, I will make the project of developing the surface-to-air D-bomb as your doctoral thesis. Do you dare to agree to it?"

"No problem, teacher, don't worry, I will never let you down." Li Mu agreed without hesitation.

He had spent so much time tinkering with the surface-to-air D bomb that it was a perfect choice for his graduation thesis.

Afterwards, Li Mu chatted with Master Qian Wu for a while and then quickly got up and left.

He still has a lot of research tasks to do and cannot relax.

The same goes for Master Qian Wu. He took time out to attend the award ceremony and stayed at home for a day. He had to leave quickly tonight and return to work at the research base.

……

After Li Mu left, he quickly rode his bike to the Semiconductor Research Institute.

As he was riding, he suddenly realized something was wrong.

It seemed like many people around were looking at me.

"What's so good about me?" he wondered.

Just when Li Mu was puzzled, suddenly, a loud shout exploded in the crowd: "It's him, it's him, exactly the same as in the newspaper."

"Yes, it's him, the inventor king Li Mu!" "Professor Li Mu, Professor Li Mu, wait a moment!"

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Following the loud shout, the people around finally confirmed Li Mu's identity and came forward, shaking hands and greeting him excitedly.

The guards who were protecting him were so frightened that they quickly rushed out and mixed in with the crowd to prevent any accidents from happening.

An old man grabbed Li Mu's hand and said, "Professor Li, if you hadn't invented the coal stove and honeycomb coal, I would still be freezing in winter."

"We also need a TV and a radio. We couldn't afford them before, but now we can buy them if we grit our teeth." A middle-aged man said with a smile.

"Professor Li, I want to learn from you and strive to be an outstanding scientist like you in the future and make many inventions!" A child with a red scarf shouted from afar.

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The crowd gathered around him, talking to each other with gratitude and admiration.

When Li Mu heard this, he felt his chest burning with heat.

Seeing that more and more people were gathering around him, he hurriedly said:
"Everyone calm down first. I am just a researcher like everyone else. There is nothing special about me."

“What we have today is not just my own achievement.”

"Without you and the support of the general public, I would not have the opportunity to achieve these results, so this is what I should do."

"My dear student, your dream is also very good, but we don't have to make many inventions to be considered outstanding scientists. As long as we contribute to the motherland, we are all outstanding scientists of our country."

……

"I have something else to do, so I can't stay here any longer. But please rest assured, I will definitely not let you down and will strive to achieve more!"

Listening to his words, the crowd around him became even more excited.

There was another period of excitement before Li Mu, with the secret help of the guards, managed to extricate himself and rode away on his bicycle.

……

Came to the Semiconductor Research Institute.

When he entered the room, Li Mu was still thinking about what had just happened, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth uncontrollably.

This joy is even as great as when I received a personal meeting from my superiors after winning the award.

People’s recognition is always the best encouragement.

But he didn't have long to be happy. When he walked downstairs to the laboratory building, he saw Wu Youxiang running out in a hurry.

Seeing Li Mu, his nervous expression relaxed, but he said angrily: "You, you, I told you to rest for a few days, but you can't stay for even a day, right?"

"It's fine if you don't take a break, but do you know how influential you are across the country now? Why do you ride a bicycle around every day?"

"Fortunately nothing happened. If anything had happened, ugh, my bad mouth..."

His face was full of worry and concern.

Li Mu just got into trouble on the street, and the guard reported it directly. Then Guo Mo called the Semiconductor Research Institute. It is estimated that people are already rushing here by now.

As the only winner of the first prize of the National Highest Science and Technology Progress Award, this achievement is really great. Although there are considerations as mentioned above, we still have to be on guard.

If the master of micro-control sends people to find Li Mu with the idea of ​​rather killing the wrong person than letting him go, they will regret it.

Li Mu looked at the worried Wu Youxiang, and felt a little warm in his heart. He quickly said, "It's okay, Director. I'm paying attention. There won't be any problem."

If there really were enemy spies trying to get him, unless he had a sniper rifle, his current physical fitness and reaction speed would be enough to delay the guards protecting him from taking action.

Wu Youxiang said, "That won't work either. You have to stay at home for the next few days, and you can't ride a bicycle to go out. Anyway, the car was originally allocated to you, so you will ride it to go to get off work in the future."

"Don't think this is a privilege. Given your current position, this is necessary!"

"Well, there's no problem taking the bus, but I don't have to stay at home. It's the same if I stay at the station," Li Mu argued.

He understood that Wu Youxiang, Guo Mo and others probably wanted him to avoid the limelight.

But since we are all hiding, wouldn’t it be better to hide in the institute without affecting our research?

Wu Youxiang rolled his eyes at Li Mu and said:
"Alright, alright, I don't even want to give you a vacation, so just live in the station."

"But don't blame me for not reminding you. What happened on the street did alarm Dean Guo and his men."

"They are probably coming over now, and you will probably be scolded by then."

"You can complain if you want, as long as it doesn't delay my work." Li Mu didn't care.

Looking at his dead pig-like attitude that was not afraid of boiling water, Wu Youxiang was at a loss whether to laugh or cry.

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Big Brother, KGB Intelligence Agency.

It didn't take long before they received the news that Xia State was holding the National Highest Science and Technology Progress Award.

The Chief of Intelligence immediately convened a full meeting to analyze the intelligence.

If it were just an ordinary scientific award, they certainly wouldn't take it so seriously.

However, the higher-ups asked us to investigate the reasons for Xiaguo Semiconductor's rapid rise, and now Xiaguo has suddenly awarded the National Highest Science and Technology Progress Award, which makes people doubt the relationship between the two.

In particular, there was a shocking piece of news - a young man who was only 23 years old actually won the only first prize of Xia Country's highest national science and technology progress award!

Could he be the one who made Xiaguo Semiconductor rise?
Not only did the intelligence chief think so, but the president of the National Academy of Sciences, who came to participate in the analysis, also thought so.

But he immediately denied everyone's inference and said, "At the age of 23, even geniuses like Gauss, Galileo, and Einstein can only make breakthroughs in theory. It is impossible to promote the development of semiconductors in Xiaguo to this level."

His inference was recognized by many people.

Even genius has its limits. The development of semiconductors in Xiaguo is not only a technological breakthrough, but also a tremendous development in the industry.

No one would believe that all this was caused by the appearance of a young man.

An intelligence expert frowned and said, "I think this is a smokescreen released by Xia Country to confuse us and induce our intelligence personnel to investigate in the wrong direction."

(End of this chapter)