Chapter 80: Lu Tao’s Astonishment at the Manuscript!

“Tang Feng, do you think this would work? I happen to be free today, so I’ll drive over to you. Just send me your address or text it to my phone. I’ll contact you once I’m there,” Lu Tao negotiated with the other party.

“Sure! Call me when you arrive,” Tang Feng readily agreed.

“See you in a bit!”

“See you in a bit!”

The call ended.

“Tang Feng, how did it go? What did Professor Lu say?” Su Xiaoli was eager.

“He’s driving over from the capital soon,” Tang Feng replied.

“Ah?” Su Xiaoli was visibly stunned.

“What’s wrong? Surprised?” Tang Feng asked with a smile.

“Yes! He’s a professor at the Jingcheng University. I thought he would ask you to go to the capital,” Su Xiaoli answered.

“He probably thinks I just graduated from high school and haven’t traveled far before,” Tang Feng speculated.

“That’s possible. Do you need to organize the manuscript? Or copy it again as a backup?” Su Xiaoli suggested.

“No need,” Tang Feng shook his head, “I’ve completed the proof of the Riemann hypothesis, so all the steps are in my head. I can write it again anytime I want.”

“Tang Feng, I really admire you! Over two hundred pages of draft paper, even if I copied it, I wouldn’t finish in a day!” Su Xiaoli’s eyes were filled with admiration.

In front of Tang Feng, she was completely a little fan girl.

She had always liked Tang Feng, and now, she was thoroughly smitten.

Tang Feng just grinned without saying anything.

“Since Professor Lu hasn’t arrived yet, shall we continue with our calligraphy practice?” Su Xiaoli suggested.

“Sure!” Tang Feng agreed readily.

Then, they went to the bedroom.

Because of the calligraphy practice, their bodies occasionally collided.

This made Su Xiaoli somewhat distracted.

However, even so, Su Xiaoli’s handwriting had improved significantly compared to before.

Soon, it was 4:30 PM.

Tang Feng’s phone rang.

He saw that it was Lu Tao calling and quickly answered.

“Tang Feng, we’ve arrived at your neighborhood. Can you come out and meet us?” Lu Tao asked.

“No problem!” Tang Feng hung up and ran to the entrance of the neighborhood.

He saw a black Santana 2000.

Lu Tao, sitting in the driver’s seat, greeted him.

Tang Feng led the way, and Lu Tao followed him into the neighborhood.

Before long, they arrived in front of Tang Feng’s building.

Lu Tao parked the car and called his companion to get out.

“Tang Feng, let me introduce you. This is Professor Zhang Wei, also a professor in the Mathematics Department at the Jingcheng University. Professor Zhang has always been very interested in the Riemann hypothesis, so I invited him to come along,” Lu Tao said with a smile.

“Professor Zhang, hello!” Tang Feng greeted proactively.

“Hello. Professor Lu called me, saying you’ve proven the Riemann hypothesis. I came right over, hoping you won’t disappoint us,” Zhang Wei looked at him meaningfully.

He didn’t want to come initially because he didn’t believe a high school graduate could prove the Riemann hypothesis.

Even if this high school student was the top science student in Dongshan Province.

After all, the Riemann hypothesis is a world-class mathematical problem.

How could so many mathematicians fail, but a high school graduate succeed?

Dream on!

But Lu Tao insisted, so he had no choice but to accompany him.

However, he didn’t take Tang Feng’s claim of proving the Riemann hypothesis seriously.

Because he knew it was impossible!

“Please, follow me!” Tang Feng didn’t argue but led them upstairs.

Su Xiaoli greeted Lu Tao when she saw him.

Lu Tao wasn’t surprised to see her.

After all, to ensure this girl was admitted to the finance program at the Jingcheng University, Tang Feng had made a direct request!

Tang Feng took out the prepared manuscript.

Lu Tao’s eyes lit up when he saw the dense symbols.

He flipped through it briefly and asked, “Did you write all these yourself?”

“Yes!” Tang Feng nodded.

“Although I don’t know yet if your proof process is correct, the fact that you wrote so much is commendable!” Lu Tao said, giving a thumbs up.

Tang Feng smiled shyly.

“Professor Lu, I think his approach is correct. You know, I also tried to prove the Riemann hypothesis but was unsuccessful. My approach was consistent with his. It’s just that I encountered several inequalities I couldn’t solve, so I had to give up,” Zhang Wei paused, then continued, “But his proof process has solved the problems I encountered.”

“Does that mean he has indeed completed the proof of the Riemann hypothesis?” Lu Tao’s tone suddenly rose a lot.

“Yes,” Zhang Wei nodded, “But as you know, completion does not mean correctness. We need to verify the results. Only if the verification passes can we confirm he has indeed solved this world-class mathematical problem.”

“In that case, we’ll return to the Jingcheng University immediately and organize experts in the Mathematics Department to verify the results,” Lu Tao said eagerly.

“Professor Lu, you’ve driven for so long, staying here for one night before heading back wouldn’t be too late,” Tang Feng urged them to stay.

“Yes! Professor Lu, it’s already late, and you’ll be getting back to the capital in the middle of the night. It’s better to rest here tonight and leave early tomorrow,” Su Xiaoli also helped persuade.

“In that case, we’ll find a hotel outside to stay for the night,” Lu Tao agreed.

“Professor Lu, Professor Zhang, you first take a look at the manuscript, I’ll go cook some dishes,” Tang Feng said and went into the kitchen.

“No need to trouble yourself! We can just eat something outside,” Lu Tao was ready to leave.

“Professor Lu, Tang Feng’s cooking skills are amazing! It would be a shame if you didn’t try it,” Su Xiaoli quickly stopped them.

“Is that so? I didn’t expect Tang Feng to be so talented! In that case, let’s taste his cooking,” Lu Tao agreed.

Soon, Tang Feng prepared four dishes and a soup.

He invited Lu Tao and the others to sit at the dining table.

Lu Tao and Zhang Wei, looking at the delicious dishes, had their appetites greatly stimulated.

They kept expressing their amazement.

“Tang Feng, who taught you how to cook? The dishes you made are even better than those of a five-star hotel chef!”

Lu Tao asked while stuffing his mouth with food.

“I taught myself!” Tang Feng answered.

After all, he would never reveal the system he possessed!

No matter who asked, he always claimed to be self-taught.

Even if it was the Emperor of Heaven asking, he would say the same!

“I didn’t expect, Tang Feng, not only do you have a talent for learning, but your cooking talent is also high!” Lu Tao couldn’t help but praise.

Tang Feng just smiled.

He had gradually become accustomed to others’ admiration.

After dinner, Lu Tao and Zhang Wei got up to leave.

Tang Feng escorted them downstairs.

“Tang Feng, once I get back, I’ll immediately organize a team to verify your manuscripts. As soon as the results are out, I’ll notify you,” Lu Tao said before getting into the car.

Tang Feng nodded, “Thank you for your efforts.”

Then, Lu Tao drove Zhang Wei away.

“Professor Lu, let’s drive back to the capital overnight,” Zhang Wei suggested.

Lu Tao glanced at him, “That’s what I was thinking. This way, we can organize a team to verify the manuscript tomorrow morning.”

“Yes,” Zhang Wei nodded, “If you feel tired, let me know in advance, and I’ll take over driving.”

“I’m feeling okay now! I’ll let you know when I’m tired,” Lu Tao responded.

“Alright.”

The two hurried back to Jingcheng University overnight.

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