Subtitle of this chapter: Never a passerby

"We're going to find a way to get that document!"

"Head, but the customer only asks us to grasp the whereabouts of that Chinese, is it too late to steal something?"

"You know what? That Chinese must have a big secret in him, he ......"

"Head, look! Fight, they fight! ”

As the detective said, the old and the young sitting on the steps of the church were really scuffling. Pen ~ fun ~ pavilion www.biquge.info

The Pinkerton detectives in the car saw the tall old man first excitedly grabbing the Chinese's shirt, as if asking him a question. And the Chinese replied with a grin. His words made the old man stand up in anger, and also lifted the Chinese up.

A big man of 1.95 meters carried a medium man of 1.75 meters into the air......

"Head, should we go up and save people?"

"Are you an idiot? We'll just be here to watch! ”

Pinkerton's detectives didn't come to help, but thankfully there was a group of clergy nearby. They saw the two clashing and stepped forward to stop it.

"Good chance, get out of the car. Go and get those papers. ”

"I said ...... head"

"Go!"

"Okay, head."

The detective under General ZOD is a bit long-winded, but he is still quite strong. He took advantage of the chaos in front of the church, and also pretended to be a passer-by who was fighting, and "obtained" the manuscript that Mr. Tesla casually stuffed into his coat pocket. Then he returned to the car unharmed.

"Head, you want the papers."

"Well done! I'll have a drink later. ”

Detective Aiden took it and looked at it, and saw that there were only two words on the top piece of paper, and that was ......

"Gold Fleece is the first science fiction novel by the Grey Knight, or better known as Mr. Yuan Yanqi. There is information that he began to conceive the novel during his hospitalization in early November 1920, and wrote the beginning in early December 1920. But for some reason, it wasn't until early 1922 that he was serialized in SCP Magazine under the pseudonym 'Grey Knight'......"

"If Mr. Yuan's "A Song of Ice and Fire" is the originator of modern fantasy epic novels, it is also a peak that no one has been able to surpass so far; Then the Grey Knight's The Golden Fleece redefines the concept of 'science fiction' and can be said to be a signpost for science fiction writers......"

"The novel begins with a well-planned murder. The murder took place aboard the spaceship Argo, which was carrying more than 10,000 human elites on board and was on its way to Colches...... (Translator's Note 1)

Translator's Note 1: The title of The Golden Fleece comes from the Greek myth of the same name, in which the most famous Greek shipwright is named Argo. ”

"There's a master computer on the Argo named Jason. Its perceptual system extends to every corner of this closed world, and even to every person. It is everywhere and in control, like God. Diana, who was aware of Jason's carefully hidden shocking secret and refused to remain silent, was "killed". And her death pushed her ex-husband Aaron to the center of the contradiction......"

Aaron had no idea that Diana's death was a conspiracy, and he was caught in a whirlpool of conscience. As the reader expects, these pressures and the subconscious desire to be relieved of guilt drive Aaron on a dangerous path to find out the truth. From an early age, Aaron had a contempt for computer intelligence, just as Jason had regarded computer intelligence as the best "race" in the universe from the very beginning. He never really trusted Jason, so he began to pay attention to the clues left at the scene of Diana's "suicide"; And Jason gradually discovers that he has encountered an uncontrollable human, a real opponent......"

"Readers can read The Golden Fleece as a detective novel. The difference is that the traditional confrontation between the detective and the murderer here becomes an intellectual contest between two races, human and computer intelligence, and the whole process is full of dangers due to the different characteristics of intelligence......"

But the real value of this novel is not limited to the pleasure of reading, its greatest success is the great creativity and shocking imagination of the future. The Golden Fleece is the first true space science fiction novel, and it touches on many science fiction themes such as generation ships, alien civilizations, cyber virtuality, and artificial intelligence. In particular, he used Jason, an artificial intelligence, to put forward one of the ultimate propositions of all mankind to the world: what is life......"

"The seriousness of the theme, the academic rigor, the grandeur of the vision, the magnificence of the imagination, the twists and turns of the plot, and the unexpected ending of "The Golden Fleece" have stunned readers and commentators of the same era. The content of the book, which does not explicitly challenge religious ideas, also makes many people feel uneasy, which is probably the reason why Mr. Yuan Yanqian released it under a pseudonym instead of his real name. So the literary critics lost their voices for a while, and they didn't know what to say about this novel......"

After reading the novel, Mr. Wells, another master of science fiction at the time, exclaimed that The Golden Fleece was not science fiction, but a philosophical allegory about the human soul and spirit...... (Translator's Note 2)

Translator's Note 2: Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) was not only a science fiction writer and historian, but also an important member of the Fabian Society (the school of democratic socialism). He was friends with George Bernard Shaw and Russell, and was also a teacher and friend with Mr. Xu Zhimo. Therefore, Mr. Yuan Yanqian also had a lot of contact with him during his time in the UK. ”

"The first reader of this book, and arguably the most ardent fan, was none other than the great scientist Mr. Nikola Tesla. After reading the beginning, he asked Yuan Yanqian a question......"

——Excerpt from "Yuan Yanqi's Science Fiction Review"

"What about down there?" The great scientist grabbed Master Yuan's front and asked loudly, "Where is it down there?" ”

"Below?" Yuan Yanqian was startled at first, but then shrugged her shoulders and replied with a smile, "Next...... Naturally, there is no more. ”

"Nothing?!" Mr. Tesla's hand is stronger, "No, yes, yes!" ”

He simply mentioned this Chinese and said excitedly: "If you can write this beginning, then you must be confident about the whole story!" I ask you what about below?! ”

"Mr. Tesla, let go!" Master Yuan was lifted up by a giant who was nearly two meters tall, and with only 10 points of strength, he couldn't break free from Frankenstein's big hands.

He had to shout for help: "Help! Save...... cough cough cough ......"

"Mr. Tesla, what are you doing here?!"

"Mr. Tesla, if you don't let go, that Chinese will die!"

Seeing that the situation was not good, the clergy by the church rushed over to save Master Yuan, who was almost strangled to death because of pretending.

The priest asked aloud, "What is happening here?" Sir, would you like to call the police for you? ”

Yuan Yanqian panted and waved his hand, "Ahem, cough, cough...... Thank you, Father, but don't call the police. I think Mr. Tesla should have calmed down by now, isn't it? ”

Frankenstein's mind finally regained its clarity, and he said in a very apologetic tone, "Yes, I'm sorry Mr. Yuan." I was too impulsive just now. ”

"God bless you both."

After the priests left, Mr. Tesla bowed deeply to Yuan Yanqi, who was arranging his clothes, and apologized again: "Mr. Yuan, I'm really sorry. It's really a wonderful beginning...... No, no, no, it's unbeatable. I couldn't help but want to read on. Did you really not write it down? ”

Hey, don't talk about the following, even if the whole book can be taken out right away, but how can I complete the temporary task and capture you, the "Minion" who can strangle me?

Well, it seems that "Golden Fleece" is up to his old man's appetite.

Think about it, this science fiction novel is known as the "patriarch of Canadian science fiction", and it is also the president of the American Society of Science Fiction Writers, Canadian Robert J. Sawyer (1960-) famous and masterpiece. "Golden Fleece" and the latter "Star Slave" make up his "space series".

He has not only won the world's two major science fiction awards, the Hugo Award and the Nebula Award, but also the only writer in history to win the highest science fiction awards in the United States, Japan, France and Spain. (note 1)

As the saying goes, the layman looks at the liveliness, and the insiders look at the doorway. Nikola Tesla, a great scientist who has always been studying the most cutting-edge science, suddenly understood the amount of knowledge and imagination contained in this beginning.

Our Master Yuan spread his hands and said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Tesla. I really didn't write it down, that's all I have for now. ”

Mr. Tesla stomped his feet and said anxiously: "Mr. Yuan, then please update it quickly!" If such an outstanding novel is not published soon, how can it be done? ”

"When it comes to updates, it's not impossible to be faster. But ......"

Our Master Yuan looked very embarrassed and said, "Mr. Tesla, I'm really busy right now." ”

Frankenstein retorted dissatisfiedly, "Busy? Do you have anything more important than writing this novel? Mr. Yuan, do you know the value of your novel? I'll tell you......"

"Wait, Mr. Tesla, you still don't know about me!"

Yuan Yanqian raised his hand to stop him from continuing, and then he counted with his fingers: "I am still a doctoral student in the Department of Political Economy at NYU. I'm going to submit my PhD thesis in March next year. Of course, for an otherworldly person like Mr. Tesla, it doesn't matter what your Ph.D. diploma is. But I'm just a mere mortal......"

Mr. Tesla retorted, "Mr. Yuan, you are too modest. The writer who can write a science fiction novel like "The Golden Fleece" is really not a mortal. ”

Master Yuan nodded and said, "Thank you for the compliment." But even if I don't care personally, my family still wants me to become a doctor. ”

He continued to hold up a finger and said, "Besides, I'm going to go on a blind date in a few days...... Oh, you don't know what a blind date is. Do you know about breeding? Blind date is a necessary procedure before breeding. Of course, for an otherworldly person like you, Mr. Tesla, it doesn't matter if you're a man or a woman, but I'm just a mortal......"

Frankenstein said coldly: "Woman...... Hmph, that's the source of all trouble. ”

Yuan Yanqian took off her top hat, scratched her head and said, "Is this...... After all, I am not a master like Mr. Tesla and Mr. Nietzsche, who see through all the falsehoods of the world, so I still have to ask for trouble. ”

"Alright, alright, Mr. Yuan. Just tell me when there's an update. Or ......" Mr. Tesla suddenly showed a look of sudden realization.

He looked at Master Yuan, clasped his hand and sneered, pouted, and said, "Hehe." You get it straight, what can I do for you to see the update as soon as possible? ”

It's really a super scientist with a legendary IQ of 500 and a brain domain development of 100%...... Oh, both of these are fake. But he's really a smart guy, and he actually knows that he's trying to shirk it.

So what am I going to do with him?

This is really, the other time-travelers meet Nikola Tesla like they have found a treasure. But their treasure is a living treasure to me.

I don't necessarily have to let this 'Minion' really study what dead light and flying saucers (reaction force aircraft) are?

If it can be successfully studied, it will be quite fun, but in this way, wouldn't it turn the world to the style of steampunk and vacuum tube punk "hybridization" like the movie "Iron Sky"?

Thinking of this, Master Yuan, who couldn't suppress his curiosity, consulted the broken system:

"Master Ball, is there an anti-heaven level mission similar to the painting style of "Iron Sky"?"

"Host, yes, yes. However, I am afraid that you will not be able to complete the task of establishing a lunar base in 30 years. ”

"Master ball, it's too hard. Then I might as well go and find the "Xuanjun Seven Chapters of the Secret Sutra". ”

"Dudutu, this system should issue an anti-heaven level task ...... at the request of the host"

"Don't send it! Don't send it! ”

Our Master Yuan thought about it for a long time, and finally figured out what to do for his "Minions". However, it is still necessary to consult first:

"Master ball, I didn't invent this to produce S-value."

"Host, congratulations. This is very famous for blowing Sting's invention, not only will it not produce S-value, but it will also give you a reward for reducing S-value! ”

Yuan Yanqian perked up and said to the other party with great interest: "Oh, I just have an idea." I was looking for a mechanical engineer. But now that you've met Mr. Tesla, there's no need to bother anyone else. ”

"What idea?"

"Mr. Tesla, I want to make a machine that can benefit people all over the world and bring convenience to them!"

"People all over the world?! Then I'd like to hear it. ”

"Mr. Tesla, in my design, this machine is powered by alternating current, and it should look like a square table......"

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Note 1: This guy has a very good personality, not only cheerful and enthusiastic, but also quite witty and funny. He has made 16 cameo appearances for the sci-fi series Prisoner of Gravity.

Mr. Sawyer once took the initiative to contact China's Science Fiction World magazine to provide free short stories for translation to Science Fiction World Magazine, and gradually sold many of his novels to China. But he really wasn't in it for the money, because at the beginning he was only paid a measly $10,000.

PS。 Thank you @願去臾哥 has been taking care of you.,For the brother's addition, it's on the weekend or next Monday.。

By the way, I would also like to thank the book ticket king @Cantor brother. When the brother's vote is worth three hundred Murong, he will also add a new chapter, and by the way, he will let you run a trick. No way, dude's ID is good. Cantor ...... Childcare!