Wagner's televised speech soon had a wide range of adverse effects.

After his interview was broadcast, comments on the Internet began to condemn Li Jingwei's "fake" behavior one-sidedly. Reviews in some newspapers are also beginning to be noticeably more tendentious.

The reason for this is actually very simple.

First of all, as the president of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, as far as Wagner's identity is concerned, his remarks naturally give people the nature of the school's official statement.

Second, Wagner also made it clear that he was being interviewed on behalf of the school. This further reinforces the subjective impression of the audience, who believes that his speech is the official conclusion of the school.

Although he said that a full, in-depth investigation has not yet been conducted. However, his remarks will still make the audience think that this is the final conclusion reached by the school after the investigation.

For the vast majority of TV viewers, they don't look into the facts, but simply accept a certain point of view from the so-called authority and take it for granted that it's right.

And now, Wagner's point of view is, in their eyes, the most authoritative.

In fact, not only do they not try to investigate the truth, but they don't even bother to do basic logical thinking.

This is called blind obedience. And it is this blind obedience that dominates the behavior of many people.

The celebrity effect of Wagner's speech is exactly what whistleblowers expected, and it has successfully turned the whistleblower's questioning into a one-sided critique of Li Jingwei.

It is hard to imagine how Wagner, as the principal, could have made such rash statements in public.

It is clearly unconvincing to say that Wagner himself did not take into account the consequences of these statements. The most fundamental reason why he made these remarks publicly was because of his deep-seated prejudice against Chinese scholars.

What Li Jingwei didn't expect was that when he rushed to his research room, he found two security guards standing at the door, and they were all new faces.

When Li Jingwei wanted to open the door and go in, the two security guards wanted to stop him from entering.

"Professor Li, I'm sorry, we received instructions from above to retrieve your key. You can't enter the lab until the matter is investigated. One of the security guards stepped forward and said.

For the two people in front of him, Li Jingwei could actually easily knock them away.

However, he also knew that these two people were just acting on orders, and they were just tools to be used. Moreover, if you really directly shoot the two of you and force yourself into the research room, you will just fall into the trap of some people.

Therefore, Li Jingwei suppressed the anger in his heart, calmed his emotions, and said calmly: "I know that you are also responsible, so you don't have to say sorry to me." ”

Then, he continued: "Can you go in and help me get my laptop out, it's my personal belongings." And, just like the baton you guys carry with you, the laptop is a must-have for my work, and I need it badly. ”

The two security guards received instructions to take back Li Jingwei's key and prohibit Li Jingwei from entering the research room, but did not say that he could not be allowed to take away his computer.

Moreover, the two of them were originally because Li Jingwei would quarrel with them. Unexpectedly, Li Jingwei understood their position very well. This also made the two security guards have a little more affection for Li Jingwei.

The two looked at each other, and one of them nodded to the other, who then said, "Okay." Professor Li, which laptop is yours?"

"Thanks! My laptop is on the desk in the cubicle near the window. You can see it when you go in. Li Jingwei said and handed the key to the other party.

Soon, the security guard took the computer out. Li Jingwei took the computer, then turned around and left, walking in the direction of the library.

What shocked Li Jingwei happened again. He found that the work ID he held could not be used to enter the library. That is, his access to the library was also restricted.

It seems that the rector Wagner not only spoke publicly, but also took restrictive measures against himself.

Thinking of the academic contributions he has made to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the past few years, and now being treated like this, no matter how calm Li Jingwei is, his heart is a little angry.

As a member of the university's academic committee, Professor Evans was furious when he saw Wagner's interview on television.

Because, again, Wagner did not consult the academic council at all. And such a report, until the school's academic committee has reached an investigation conclusion, even the principal has no right to make such unfounded statements.

He immediately called Wagner and questioned why he was talking without any evidence.

"Wagner, are you fucking crazy? Do you know that Li Jingwei was indeed born in the United States. Where did you know that his identity was fake?" Professor Evans, who has always been mild-mannered, scolded directly after answering Wagner's phone.

"Evans, don't get excited, I have the exact source, it's Stephen from your math department, and he called me personally. Can you say that's wrong?" said Wagner with some humility.

The reason for his weakness is that he knows Professor Evans very well and knows that he is a very scientific person, and he will definitely not make something out of nothing, nor will he justify others regardless of the facts.

"Stephen?haha......" Evans laughed angrily, then yelled at Wagner on the other end of the phone, "Stephen is a villain. Do you know that he wanted to pull Li Jingwei off the horse, and then he thought that he was more likely to win the Fields Medal. It's a fucking dream. ”

Evans now completely regrets recruiting Stephen into the math department at MIT. At the beginning, he also recruited this guy for the sake of his teacher's face, but now it turns out that a mouse poop has spoiled a pot of soup.

Evans then shouted on the phone: "Wake up! You still want to expel Li Jingwei? Do you know how many universities will take the initiative to contact Li Jingwei after seeing this news." Have you been kicked in the head by a donkey?"

After saying that, before Wagner could speak, Evans hung up.

Then, he hurriedly called Li Jingwei, but was reminded that he was on the phone.

After seeing Wagner's interview, in addition to Professor Evans, the other members of the academic committee were also very shocked.

They all felt that how could Wagner, as the head of a school, make a lot of nonsense in front of the media before the matter was confirmed. Moreover, not only did he not express that he wanted to love his faculty and staff, but he even directly claimed that he would be fired.

In particular, it is also a violation of the relevant procedures of the university to make such remarks without consulting the academic committee.

As members of the academic committee, they are also quite familiar with Li Jingwei, a rising academic star in the mathematical community.

They also feared that Mr. Li would leave the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in a fit of rage. If the school loses such an academic star, it will also be a big loss for the school.

On the way back to his residence, Li Jingwei also felt a trace of desolation in his heart.

At the beginning, I was grateful for the training of MIT and Professor Evans, so I stayed here to work, but I didn't expect that this time it would be so completely denied.

Later, Li Jingwei simply turned off his mobile phone, unplugged the telephone line of the landline in the villa, and sat alone in the piano room in the basement and played the piano.

He played Beethoven's Symphony of Destiny, like a fierce battle in which light triumphed over darkness.

After playing the song, Li Jingwei's mood also completely calmed down. He decided to accept the invitation of Professor Richard of Oxford University to be a visiting professor at the University of Oxford.

Professor Richard was one of the foreign tutors who was responsible for guiding Li Jingwei when he was studying in the mathematics experimental class of Jinghua University.

His wife, Melo, was a well-known economist who was also teaching at the School of Economics and Management of Jinghua University at the time. It was under the influence of Professor Melo that Li Jingwei minored in economics.

When Li Jingwei first arrived at Jinghua University, because of his young age, the Richards took him to live in their apartment for more than a year. During his time at the university, Li Jingwei was able to achieve important research results, to a large extent, due to the careful guidance of Professor Richard.

When he graduated from his bachelor's degree, Li Jingwei originally wanted to follow Professor Richard to study for a doctorate at the University of Oxford. However, Professor Richard selflessly recommended him to Professor Evans.

Before returning to China last time, Professor Richard had called Li Jingwei and said that he had undertaken a major research project for five years, and hoped that he would have the opportunity to be a visiting professor at Oxford University for a year, and the two would collaborate on related research.

Li Jingwei said at the time that he needed to consult with the school to see how long the school could give for academic exchanges. Later, he received a call that his grandfather was critically ill and rushed back to Huaxia.

After coming back, he was busy making up for classes, and then he was called to New York by Tang Jifeng to run errands. In this way, I went back and forth and consulted the school about the visit, but it was delayed.

Now, since President Wagner has openly said that he will be fired, there is no need to consult, and he simply resigned and left MIT.

After leaving MIT, it is also a good choice if you can go to Oxford University as a visiting professor.

Li Jingwei is still unwilling to give up his beloved mathematical research. So, he decided to ask Professor Richard about visiting professors.

"Hello, Professor Richard, I'm Li Jingwei. Li Jingwei said: "Is it convenient for you to speak now?"

"Oh, Jingwei, I'm so glad I got your call. Richard, on the other end of the line, was visibly pleased, and he continued: "You know what, Melo and Kate miss you very much. ”

Kate, the only daughter of the Richards, is a linguistic genius who is fluent in French, German, Russian and Italian in addition to her native English. After living in China with Mr. and Mrs. Richard for four years, he is also very proficient in Chinese.

Li Jingwei's French was learned from her. Although I am not proficient, I can learn well.

"I miss Melo and Kate very much, too. As for what you said last time about visiting professors, I decided to go and do research work with you. Li Jingwei continued.

"Is it? That's wonderful!" said Richard, almost jumping for joy, and speaking at a rapid pace:

"Well, I'll send you an invitation right away, so you can start the process. How long are you going to work at Oxford, how about a year? Actually, I think two years is more appropriate. It would be even better if it could be longer!"

"Haha, Professor, thank you!" Li Jingwei also laughed, "Let's go for a year first!"

"Jingwei, in fact, I don't think one year is enough. You know, if you're working here for two years, with your ability, you can work and do a PhD in economics with Melo at the same time. ”

Professor Richard continued to bewitch:

"There's a saying in China, 'art is more than pressure,' right? You're still young, and a PhD in economics is a good choice. The University of Oxford is also quite strong in the study of economics, and it just so happens that you are also interested in economics. Isn't that a win-win!"

"I'm mainly trying to help you tackle that research topic together, and I'll talk about the rest later. ”

"Okay. Let's start with a year. Richard said helplessly.

"I received your invitation letter and started the formalities, which should be done soon. “

"Jingwei, don't be in a hurry. Merlot and I are planning to go on vacation to Switzerland for a month, so you should come back in a month. Professor Richard said, "You are still young, you have to learn to enjoy life. You don't need to rush over after completing the formalities, go relax yourself first and go on vacation. Las Vegas is a good place to be. Did you know that there are a lot of beautiful girls out there. ”

Professor Richard also saw the relevant news, but he believed Li Jingwei, so he didn't ask at all. Moreover, he thought of the pressure Li Jingwei is facing now, so he suggested that he go on vacation to rest first.

As soon as Li Jingwei hung up the phone, the mobile phone rang, showing that there was a call coming in, and he was about to hang up casually, but when he saw that it was O'Connor, the head of the mathematics department at Harvard University, he answered it. "Hello, Mr. O'Connor!"

"Oh, Jingwei, I've finally got through. If you can't get through, I'm ready to come to you. O'Connor said, "I'm not going to beat around the bush." Well, we just have a professorship vacated here, and we would love you to come over. You know, we have a very good academic atmosphere here, and there are no smoky miasma and messy things. We are all so close that we all know the roots. What do you think?"

"I'm sorry, I just spoke on the phone with Mr. Richard from Oxford, who has a big topic in need of PR and wants me to go on a research together. I plan to be a visiting professor in Oxford for a year. "O'Connor, thank you very much for your kind invitation, especially at a time like this. There is an old Chinese saying, 'The grace of a drop of water is reciprocated by a spring', and if I have the opportunity in the future, I will definitely go to you." ”

"Richard, how could his hands be so long and have crossed the Atlantic. O'Connor said with some indignation, "But he's a man of integrity, and you're not bad where you go." How about you come to me when you come back from him?"

"Although there may be some uncertainty, if I come back, I will definitely come to you. ”

"Okay, that's great. That's it. O'Connor happily hung up.

After hanging up the phone, he said to himself: "It seems that it would be nice to have a few more idiots like Wagner." ”