pjbooks Chapter 92 Let's Go, My Champion
Chapter 92 Let's Go, My Champion
"Isn't it suspicious?" Li Mingzhe straightened his back, his voice growing louder.
"You've swept all the top awards—theoretical, experimental, group, and individual—and your boyfriend just happens to be sitting next to the judges. It's hard not to overthink this coincidence."
Su Qingyao nodded slightly, her expression focused, carefully listening to and considering every word he said.
Then, she took half a step forward.
The stage lights cascaded over her shoulders, making her gaze appear as clear as the moon.
"So, which specific aspect is Li questioning?"
Her tone was steady, yet every word was clear.
"Was it a leak of theoretical exam questions, falsification of experimental data, or unfair scoring by the judges? Since you've raised these questions, why not explain them more clearly?"
Li Mingzhe's throat tightened; he clearly hadn't expected Su Qingyao to ask him to provide evidence so directly.
After a brief pause, he raised his chin as if he had grabbed something.
"That last comprehensive extension question involved the intersection of condensed matter physics and quantum information, which is not part of the regular undergraduate curriculum. And you're only a sophomore, how do you explain that?"
Many contestants in the audience nodded slightly; the question was indeed extremely difficult, and many people had not even been able to answer it completely.
Su Qingyao remained composed.
"That question tested the ability to transfer knowledge and build models. I drew on a paper about the surface states of topological insulators published in Physical Review B three years ago."
Li Mingzhe was stunned. "So what?"
"Formula (27) in the paper gives the effective Hamiltonian of the surface state, but under strong spin-orbit coupling conditions, an additional pseudospin operator needs to be introduced for correction."
She spoke slowly and deliberately, yet her logic was impeccable.
"The formula I used is an approximate solution of the modified model in the two-dimensional limit. The derivation process is based on the standard second-order quantization and unitary transformation—these methods are covered in later chapters of 'Advanced Quantum Mechanics' and 'Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics,' and are not beyond the scope of the curriculum."
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She then briefly outlined her verification and derivation process.
The auditorium was quiet, and many physics students and faculty members listened intently.
Su Qingyao paused briefly and looked into his eyes.
"This is my reasoning process. If you need, I can rewrite the process on the spot, or even use other verification methods. You are also welcome to point out any logical problems."
Li Mingzhe opened his mouth, but no sound came out.
"As for the experimental phase," Su Qingyao continued, her voice echoing throughout the room.
"All of our group's raw data, instrument parameters, and operation videos are made public and can be reviewed and repeated at any time."
Her gaze swept across the audience. "Not only Li, but any contestant who has any doubts is willing to provide all the information and accept public scrutiny."
Whispers of agreement rose from the audience.
The competition emphasizes repeatability and transparency, and her response was so frank that there was nothing to criticize.
Li Mingzhe's face was pale, but he still forced himself to raise his voice.
"Even if you can explain all of this, how can you guarantee that your relationship with Wen Yu didn't affect the judges' scoring? Isn't his presence here a form of pressure in itself?"
The questions are sharp and hit the nail on the head.
The breathing in the room quieted down, and everyone looked at Su Qingyao.
Wen Yu's eyes darkened, and his fingertips silently brushed against his knee.
Su Qingyao curled her lips, raised her head and slowly looked around the room, her gaze sweeping over every face, before speaking clearly.
"Wen Yu is my boyfriend, and I don't deny that."
A soft gasp rose from the audience.
"I have never felt that this needs to be hidden, nor have I ever thought that this should be a reason for questioning."
She stood ramrod straight, her smile bright and open.
"He sits here because the Wen Group has long supported scientific research and education; this is his career and responsibility. I stand here because of my love and dedication to physics; this is the path I have chosen."
Her voice was clear and firm, each word resolute.
"I cherish him as much as I cherish the honors I have received in physics, but I do not need and will never use his light to illuminate myself."
"In the world of physics, data never lies, and formulas are never biased."
"Every point I earn can withstand scrutiny, and every experiment I complete can withstand examination."
She turned to the judges' panel and nodded solemnly.
"I trust the organizing committee's impartiality, respect the professionalism of each judge, and, even more importantly, have faith in the time and sincerity I've poured into the event. If anyone still has doubts—"
She looked down at the audience again, her eyes sparkling like stars.
"The entire process of this competition, from the written test to the experiment, was recorded and fully archived. I voluntarily propose that, while protecting the privacy of other candidates, all the assessment materials I participated in be made public for joint scrutiny by the academic community and society."
She paused slightly after saying this, then raised the corners of her lips.
"The innocent are innocent, and my heart toward physics is pure and open; I have no regrets about the trophy in my hand."
silence.
Then, the first round of applause erupted from the Kyoto University audience seats.
Immediately afterwards, applause surged from all directions, gradually sweeping across the entire auditorium.
The applause reflected not only recognition of her professional skills but also deep respect for her candor and confidence.
Li Mingzhe stood there, his face flushed.
Amidst the increasingly loud applause and countless gazes, he finally couldn't utter another word and sat back down stiffly and awkwardly.
Su Qingyao stopped looking at him.
She turned around, steadily accepted the heavy trophy from the award-presenting academician, and held it high.
She was bathed in the spotlight, and she smiled, her eyes shining like stars.
Below the stage, Wen Yu gazed at the dazzling figure on the stage, a proud smile curving his lips.
His baby never needed to hide behind him.
She herself is light.
The fact that the light could reach him was already a dream he dared not even dare to hope for.
After the awards ceremony, the crowd surged toward the exit like a tidal wave.
After communicating with the teacher, Su Qingyao walked briskly against the flow of people towards the first row.
She held the heavy trophy in both hands, her eyes still reflecting the lingering starlight, and stood before Wen Yu.
Suddenly, she handed the trophy forward, her voice carrying a hint of sly sweetness.
"Sir, could you please help me with this? It's too heavy."
Wen Yu didn't answer immediately. He looked up at her, raised his eyebrows slightly, and spoke slowly and deliberately.
"Madam, you casually entrusted such a valuable item to a gentleman for safekeeping..."
He paused deliberately, a deep smile playing on his lips. "It's easy to misunderstand."
Su Qingyao tilted her head, meeting his gaze, her eyes shining brightly, "Yes~"
She drawled out her words, smiling broadly, "It's just so you'll misunderstand."
She took a half step closer, her voice soft and gentle, "Just now, I fell in love with you at first sight."
Wen Yu's breath hitched, and his heart pounded violently.
He couldn't contain his smile and reached out to accept the trophy.
The metallic touch pressed into his palm, but it couldn't suppress the warm undercurrent surging in his heart.
"Then this," he said, tracing the name engraved on the trophy with his fingertips, looking up at her, "is this your token of love?"
"uh-huh."
Su Qingyao put her hands behind her back, tilted her head slightly, and blinked her eyes.
"So, sir, are you willing?"
Wen Yu did not answer immediately.
He lowered his head and gently placed a kiss on the top of the trophy, next to her name.
"Extremely happy to."
Wen Yu held the trophy in one hand and reached out the other to her.
Su Qingyao's smile deepened, and she placed her hand on it.
He closed his fingers and tightly enveloped her slightly cool hand in his warm palm.
"Let's go."
He said, "My championship."