Reborn in 79, the educated youth wife regretted her divorce.

Chapter 213 Top Student

Over the weekend, Jiang Yang followed Hu Kang to the home of a young couple.

Upon entering, the academic atmosphere is quite strong.

In the living room, several people were gathered together talking quietly; they all looked like researchers.

"Come on, Jiang Yang, let me introduce you. This is Yang Wei, and this is his wife, Yin Xiaoyue. They are both top students who graduated from Peking University!" Hu Kang pulled Jiang Yang over to a young couple.

"Yang Wei, Xiao Yue, this is Jiang Yang, Yang Xin's boss, and also a legendary figure at our Yenching University!" Hu Kang introduced Yang Wei and his wife.

Yang Wei and Yin Xiaoyue looked at Jiang Yang with admiration on their faces.

"Jiang Yang, we've heard so much about you! We've all heard about what you've accomplished at school; you've really brought honor to Peking University!" Yang Wei warmly stepped forward and shook hands with Jiang Yang.

“Yes, Jiang Yang, you are a role model for all of us who do scientific research!” Yin Xiaoyue said with a smile.

Jiang Yang scratched his head a little embarrassedly. Such heartfelt praise did sound nice, but it was a bit too sweet.

"Senior Yang, Senior Yin, you're too kind. I just got lucky and messed around."

"Hmph, nonsense? You reek of money; your brain must be rotten from the smell!"

Suddenly, a piercing sound came from the side.

Jiang Yang frowned and looked over.

A man in his early thirties looked at him with disdain.

Who is this person? Why are they so angry?

"Zheng Kai, what do you mean by that?" Hu Kang's face darkened immediately.

"What do you mean? Did I say something wrong? A businessman coming to a gathering of us researchers is truly an insult to this place!"

The atmosphere instantly became awkward after Zheng Kai said that.

Many people looked at Jiang Yang, wanting to see how he would respond.

Jiang Yang was used to such questioning and accusations, so he stepped forward to face the person directly.

"Sir, you are mistaken. Since ancient times, scientific research and commerce have always been mutually supportive and inseparable."

"Nonsense! That's the West! Our country invests so much money in scientific research every year that we don't need you businessmen getting involved at all!"

Zheng Kai retorted mercilessly. It seemed this guy harbored considerable hostility towards him; it looked like another battle was brewing today.

"Zheng Kai, right? May I ask where you work?"

Zheng Kai replied with a mix of arrogance and smugness:

"Researcher at the National Institute of Quantum Engineering, how about it? Scared yet? Let me tell you, quantum engineering is a world-class scientific research project, not just anyone can come here!"

Jiang Yang smiled, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and then slowly spoke.

"Quantum entanglement is quite profound. As for Schrödinger's cat, whether it's dead or alive, no one can say for sure before opening the box, right?"

The answer was ambiguous, and no one immediately understood.

Zheng Kai frowned, not expecting Jiang Yang to pick up on the conversation and cleverly circumvent it.

Jiang Yang looked around, and everyone seemed a little confused and surprised.

He continued, "Actually, I don't know much about quantum physics. However, I'm quite interested in quantum computing. I wonder what Researcher Zheng's thoughts are on concepts like qubits and quantum gates?"

Jiang Yang then threw out a few more technical terms.

This surprised not only Zheng Kai, but also the other researchers.

They didn't expect that a businessman would also have knowledge of the cutting-edge fields of quantum physics.

Zheng Kai's face darkened. He had intended to use his professional knowledge to suppress Jiang Yang, but he hadn't expected to be outmaneuvered instead.

"These are all basic concepts in quantum computing, nothing much to say about them."

"Oh? Is that so? Then, Researcher Zheng, when do you think our country will be able to develop a quantum computer?"

Jiang Yang's next professional question left Zheng Kai speechless.

Quantum computing is a truly global challenge, involving many disciplines and is extremely complex.

Zheng Kai got stuck. He stammered for a long time but couldn't come up with a coherent explanation.

Jiang Yang found Zheng Kai's embarrassed state amusing, but it was normal for researchers to be a little arrogant, as long as it wasn't hostile. Since he had already won the argument, he should be forgiving.

"Actually, I was just asking casually. After all, I'm a complete novice when it comes to scientific research."

Jiang Yang changed the subject, his tone filled with longing: "However, who knows, maybe one day I'll be able to build my own private quantum collider to play with!"

The moment those words were spoken, everyone in the room was stunned!

They were all stunned by Jiang Yang's words!

Quantum Collider!

That's a super project that only national-level research institutions can afford!

A businessman says he wants to build a quantum collider?

This is insane!

Yang Wei stared wide-eyed at Jiang Yang with an incredulous expression.

"Junior Jiang Yang, you...you're not joking, are you?"

Seeing everyone's shocked expressions, Jiang Yang laughed heartily and then said...

"You still have to have dreams! What if they come true?"

Yang Wei snapped out of his daze, his curiosity piqued.

"Jiang Yang, why do you want to start a private research institute? Aren't most businessmen just looking to make money? Scientific research is a bottomless pit that burns through money!"

Jiang Yang put away his smile and answered seriously, "Senior Yang, that's a good question."

He paused deliberately, and pretended to think seriously for a short while before responding.

"Actually, I'm a very materialistic person! The main reason I started this research institute is to become famous!"

puff!

Yin Xiaoyue couldn't help but laugh.

Everyone else smiled too.

They clearly didn't believe Jiang Yang's words.

Yang Wei bluntly stated, "Jiang Yang, you're too modest. If you really want to be famous, you can do charity work or donate money to help students. Why bother with scientific research? It's not something that just anyone can afford!"

Jiang Yang looked at Yang Wei. This guy really is a smart man.

"Haha, Senior Yang, you think too highly of me."

Jiang Yang said with a smile, then immediately stood up straight and said with a serious expression.

"Our country is currently in the early stages of development, and we need to develop in all aspects. This is the time for us young people to strive!"

"This is a great era! As long as we can seize the opportunity, it is entirely possible to realize our personal value and contribute to the country at the same time. Such a win-win situation is definitely worth doing!"

They are all engaged in scientific research and they all want to do something for the country.

Jiang Yang's words resonated with them deeply.

"well said!"

"Jiang Yang, you have ambition!"

"we support you!"

Praises poured in.

Zheng Kai felt uneasy looking at Jiang Yang, who was surrounded by everyone.

He originally intended to use this gathering to put Jiang Yang in a bad light, but unexpectedly, Jiang Yang ended up stealing the spotlight instead.

He was very unwilling.

Zheng Kai snorted coldly and said sarcastically, "Then tell me, what are you planning to research in your lab?"

Is it truly useful to the country, or is it just a way to line one's own pockets?

He wanted to force Jiang Yang to make a statement and embarrass him in public.

Seeing that the other party was still determined to succeed, Jiang Yang no longer held back and calmly said, "Researcher Zheng, have you been reading too many books and your brain isn't working properly? This won't do. The most important thing for scientific researchers is their brain. If your brain is damaged, aren't you just a useless person?"

"you...."

Zheng Kai was furious and about to demand justice when Jiang Yang ruthlessly interrupted him, saying...

"Those who understand know that these two are not contradictory, because only those fields that can truly promote national development can help individuals make money the most."

Zheng Kai was stunned; he hadn't expected Jiang Yang to say that.

He didn't know how to respond for a moment.

Zheng Kai then chuckled and pressed the issue further: "Fine, Jiang Yang, since you're speaking so eloquently, tell me, what should our country prioritize in scientific research right now?"

“Researcher Zheng, that’s a rather pointless question.”

Jiang Yang knew in his heart that Zheng Kai was deliberately making things difficult for him.

But it's alright, since he wants to play, I'll play along.