Genius Club
Chapter 1180 - 40 Dabble (Extra Monthly Ticket Chapter!)_3

He said his dabbling in mathematics led him to study the universal constant briefly—and then calculate the answer: 42.

He said he only dabbled in time travel, yet he ended up creating the Time Shuttle Machine directly.

Truly.

The passive skill of geniuses—is it just Versailles-like modesty?

In an instant.

Lin Xian thought of old jokes like "Peking University is alright" and "Nothing to my name."

Perhaps.

When the mathematical Prince, Gauss, shocked the entire mathematical community back then, what was he thinking? Maybe it was just "Doesn’t this just require a pair of hands?"

Emperor Gao Wen once wrote in a letter.

After Du Yao, the neural field had no further breakthroughs—not due to a lack of effort, experience, or accumulation, but rather due to the lack of something incredibly precious—a flash of inspiration.

In science, breakthroughs depend greatly on effort, of course, but flashes of inspiration and luck are evidently much more crucial.

Sometimes, it’s merely a matter of the right direction.

With the right direction, things are twice as effective for half the effort; with the wrong direction, efforts are doubled for half the results.

"What I’m telling you is not exaggerated at all."

Lin Xian looked serious:

"You might not even realize yourself how critical your research findings are, but I can responsibly tell you…"

"Professor Xu Yun lit the spark for Hibernation Technology. Tang Xin popularized hibernation to countless households. And you—you will complete the final puzzle piece of Hibernation Technology: Amnesia!"

Du Yao tilted her head:

"Impossible. The memory loss side effects of hibernation have been confirmed as absolutely insurmountable. It’s a limitation of the human memory model and brain structure. Hibernation inevitably leads to amnesia—it can’t be overcome."

"That’s right."

Lin Xian pulled a neatly bound stack of materials from his bag:

"Hibernation-induced amnesia indeed can’t be eradicated. But… who says lost memories can’t be restored?"

With that, he handed the manuscript to Du Yao.

Du Yao took it and looked—

"Overcoming the memory loss side effects of hibernation, reviving dormant memories—Neural Electrocution Helmet!"

Her eyes widened:

"Electrocution, neural pathways?"

She recalled her own seemingly "vacuous" graduate thesis.

With the incorporation of electrocution...

Could it actually work?

Holding the manuscript, she walked over to a searchlight set up by the mercenaries, and intently flipped through the pages.

Lin Xian didn’t interrupt her.

He let her slowly immerse herself in the research.

Since Emperor Gao Wen had already stated that Du Yao was a once-in-a-millennium genius in the neural field, there was no need for him, an outsider, to explain too much to her.

Du Yao should be keenly aware that if the memory loss side effects of hibernation could be completely eradicated, it would undoubtedly be a transformative breakthrough for human civilization!

Take Lin Xian’s friends met in dreams, for example.

If Emperor Gao Wen could wake from hibernation and return to his full-powered pre-hibernation state, he’d undoubtedly soar to new heights standing atop Lin Xian’s shoulders;

Zheng Xiangyue could instantly recall her past upon waking, remembering the brother who cared for her, and the Rhein Cat Doll that was vital to her;

Xu Yiyi could relive joyful moments with her father from childhood, avoiding the emptiness of love and the bleak, cold words that came with it.

If the memory loss side effects of hibernation could indeed be completely resolved.

Then surely.

More and more scientists and scholars would gladly enter Hibernation Pods to contribute to the future, and human technology would ascend like steps.

Perhaps under such circumstances...

The super disaster of 2400 might not even occur.

The Future World would not only grow better, but Lin Xian and CC might even find the safe they’ve been searching for, making it a truly happy and perfect ending for everyone.

Finally.

After over an hour, Du Yao finished reading Emperor Gao Wen’s manuscript in its entirety.

She thought for a long time.

Standing up, she walked toward Lin Xian and handed the manuscript back:

"I can’t understand everything in this manuscript, but… it’s fascinating. If my whimsical ideas back then could be realized, they might perfectly fill in the gaps in this manuscript."

"Can you tell me where this manuscript came from? I have to say, the person who came up with the concept of the Neural Electrocution Helmet... truly is a genius among geniuses."

Lin Xian smiled faintly.

"You two ought to stop showering each other with mutual praise."

Still, it seems this manuscript is indeed the most convincing evidence.

"How long do you think it would take for you to fill in the missing parts?"

"A year or two?"

Du Yao shook her head:

"Maybe just a few months. After all, I didn’t think deeply back when I wrote that thesis. But… this manuscript has instead reverse-inspired me, giving me fresh ideas."

Lin Xian nodded:

"Then… how about we discuss an agreement?"

"I respect your aspirations and ideals. If you’re adamant about fulfilling the work your boyfriend left unfinished in Africa, I won’t stop you or force you. "

"But let’s be honest, if the [Neural Electrocution Helmet] can be successfully developed, it’ll undeniably be a groundbreaking invention capable of saving the world, saving the future, saving human civilization."

"So… could you lend me just one year? During that year, I’ll cover all mercenary corps expenses to station them here and assist with peacekeeping efforts. I believe this group of professionals can achieve far more than just you alone."

"After this year, if you want to return to Africa as a volunteer, I’ll fully support you. For instance… I never planned to keep the Neural Electrocution Helmet for myself. My intention is to open-source it to the world, but certainly not without conditions."

"So, I can promise you—"

"[As long as you assist me in developing the Neural Electrocution Helmet, all future patents related to it, as well as all proceeds from selling the equipment, will belong entirely to you.]"

"With at least billions of US dollars in revenue, whether you wish to continue peacekeeping efforts in Africa or use other methods to improve the lives of impoverished people globally, you’ll have more leverage, more resources, and the ability to achieve more and with greater impact."

...

Lin Xian spoke sincerely and pragmatically.

As things stood, Du Yao was essentially just a medic—able to save limited lives and accomplish limited goals.

But if she were given billions of US dollars, including stable annual income from patent royalties... she’d be far better positioned to pursue these acts of kindness.

Du Yao, being a clever person, naturally understood this logic.

Take the current situation, for instance.

With billions of US dollars at her disposal, she could hire mercenaries freely—who would dare bully the elderly, sick, or disabled then?

What she needed to contribute was merely one year of her time; besides, she’d still be saving lives during this year—just through a different means. Simultaneously, Lin Xian’s mercenary corps would guard this place the entire year, essentially taking all duties off her plate.

As for giving all proceeds to Du Yao…

Lin Xian didn’t care about that in the slightest.

Once Rhein Company’s nuclear battery hit the market, Jask, the world’s richest man, would have to share at least half his throne with Lin Xian.

At this point, Lin Xian felt that excessive wealth wasn’t particularly useful to him.

What he valued more.

Were methods, intel, and advantages.

Du Yao thought for a moment.

Eventually.

She nodded:

"Alright, Lin Xian, I trust you."

Lin Xian extended his right hand to shake hers:

"Pleasure to collaborate. To be honest, I’ve already prepared a research institute for you in East Sea, all set up—it’s the very institute where Tang Xin once worked."

"Originally belonging to Ji Xinshui, the institute was auctioned off after Ji Xinshui’s execution. Recently, I purchased it from the intermediary agency handling the sale."

She extended her right hand to shake Lin Xian’s:

"I hope I won’t disappoint you. I can’t guarantee I’ll successfully develop the Neural Electrocution Helmet, but... I’ll do my best."

After that.

Du Yao chuckled:

"I must admit, Tang Xin’s judgment of character wasn’t bad—you’re indeed a good person, worthy of her affection."

"I heard from Tang Xin’s younger brother later that you apprehended all the culprits, not only clearing Tang Xin’s name but also avenging her. That’s the primary reason I’m willing to leave here and follow you back home."

She raised her eyes, looking into Lin Xian’s:

"You didn’t let Tang Xin down. I believe… you won’t let the world down, either."

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