The top student must be diligent.

Chapter 109 Best Reporter
The three days passed quickly.

Although people say that the Internet forgets things quickly, it is clear that the twin prime conjecture has not been forgotten so quickly. The corresponding title is still on the hot search list of many platforms. Even though its ranking has dropped, it is still being paid attention to by people.

Of course, the world is functioning normally.

For example, at the Princeton Annual Mathematics Conference, after the first day ended, the subsequent meeting agenda proceeded normally and it was already the last day.

Inevitably, after Xiao Yi's lecture, other reports seemed relatively bleak. Not many people paid attention to them, and most of the participants were still upset because of the proof of the twin prime conjecture.

Of course, perhaps those reporters were not so calm.

And just like that, the closing ceremony of this annual mathematics conference has arrived.

Peter Sunak, chairman of the organizing committee of this conference, is delivering a speech at the closing ceremony.

"...Undoubtedly, this year's Princeton Mathematics Annual Conference was a perfect success."

“I am very happy to witness a milestone achievement at this conference and to see it recognized by the mathematics community.”

"The conclusion of the twin prime conjecture heralds another huge breakthrough in number theory."

"From another perspective, this also means that no matter how difficult a problem is, we should always believe that it can be solved in the end. It's just a matter of time."

"For example, the Riemann hypothesis and the Hodge hypothesis, although even now, we are still a long way from proving them."

"But for mathematics, no matter how long it takes, it's worth the wait."

"That is, our bodies as human beings cannot last that long."

"But at least after we disappear, when we meet those mathematicians in the sky, we can tell them the answers."

"So, I still want to express my gratitude to Xiao Yi here. He allowed me to witness the birth of the Twin Prime Theorem before I died."

"For scholars like us, the more truths we can witness in this life, the more worthwhile it will be, isn't it?"

Peter Sarnak smiled.

More than a thousand participants in the audience gave warm applause. Of course, more people turned their eyes to Xiao Yi, who was sitting in the first row, with admiration and gratitude on their faces.

For example, Goldstone, for example, Ivanets.

"Okay, now it's time to announce the winners of our annual mathematics conference this year."

Peter Sarnak said.

"First is the first award, the Best Speaker. Well... I think this is also an award without suspense."

The audience understood what he meant and then started laughing.
Are there any other options?
"Then please invite Xiao Yi to come on stage and receive your award!"
Xiao Yi, who was sitting in the first row, quickly stood up and walked onto the podium amid applause from the audience.

Sanak picked up the certificate for the best presenter and handed it to Xiao Yi. Of course, the award also included a prize of $10,000, which would naturally be deposited into Xiao Yi's account after the event.

"Congratulations, young man."

"Thank you, professor." Xiao Yi nodded to express his gratitude.

Sanak smiled and said, "This award should be your first award in the field of mathematics. I hope it can bring enough motivation to you."

"Of course, considering your ability, it may not be that important in a short time. However, I hope you can remember it. No matter what, it also represents the importance of the twin prime conjecture."

Xiao Yi nodded solemnly: "I will definitely remember it."

Sanak nodded, then took a few steps back, leaving the center of the camera to Xiao Yi, and applauded him.

Xiao Yi opened the certificate in his hands with both hands, faced the camera and took the photo, and finally bowed slightly.

"Thank you!"

He then left the podium.

Sanak walked back to the center and said with a smile, "Also, I want to share a piece of news with you. Regarding the proof of the twin prime conjecture, I have signed a copyright transfer agreement with Xiao Yi on behalf of the Annals of Mathematics."

"Remember, it's our Annals of Mathematics, not AMS, not ACTA, and not Inventiones!"

The entire venue suddenly burst into laughter.

Xiao Yi, who had just stepped down from the stage, almost stumbled and fell.

When he finally sat back in his seat, he could only shake his head in a helpless smile. He really didn't expect that Professor Sanak was so competitive.

Apparently the fight between the editors of the three top magazines a few days ago finally came to an end.

Ok……

This result was naturally decided by Xiao Yi. After all, Professor Sanak had expressed this request in the email at the beginning. What's more...

It is indeed as Sanak said, so many top achievements in number theory were eventually published in the "Annals of Mathematics". Publishing the proof of the twin prime conjecture in it can probably be regarded as following the tradition.

Of course, the main reason is the status of Annals of Mathematics, which is still ranked first among the four top journals. However, there were only two editors who had disputes with Professor Sanak, and there was no Inventiones Mathematicae, right?
Maybe this is an accident that has affected innocent people?
……

The end of the closing ceremony also means that it is time for those who came to attend this conference to leave.

However, Xiao Yi is an exception.

"Will you return to China with Professor Zhang Yitang next month?"

In the hotel, Academician Xun Yong asked Xiao Yi while packing his luggage.

Xiao Yi nodded and said, "Yes, the award ceremony for the Cole Algebra Prize is at the end of January, and it will start in more than half a month, so I can only not reply for now."

"That's all we can do." Academician Xun Yong nodded, then looked at the young man in front of him with emotion: "The Cole Algebra Prize, it's incredible..."

But then he shook his head.

What are you thinking about? The Cole Algebra Prize is nothing compared to the twin prime conjecture.

Then he said, "Okay, then you should follow Professor Terence Tao and Professor Yitang Zhang for the next period of time. Don't go to any unfamiliar places. You should stay at UCLA until the Cole Algebra Medal is awarded, and then go to UC Santa Barbara. Don't run around when you get there."

"I know." Xiao Yi nodded.

I went to UCLA and UC Santa Barbara to discuss topics with Terence Tao in Los Angeles and Yitang Zhang in Santa Barbara.
Then before the Chinese New Year, he returned to China with Zhang Yitang.

Although Zhang Yitang does not return to China during the Chinese New Year, he will take some time to visit the country. This year, due to Xiao Yi's reasons, he plans to go back with Xiao Yi to take care of this minor.

At this time, there was a knock on their hotel room door.

I opened it and saw Terence Tao, Maynard, and Zhang Yitang walking in.

"Xiao Yi, are you ready?"

Xiao Yi said: "It's ready."

"That's OK. We still have five hours before our flight to California, so you don't have to be too anxious." Tao Zhexuan patted Xiao Yi on the shoulder.

Then they also saw Xun Yong. The main reason they came here this time was to explain to Xun Yong the next arrangements regarding Xiao Yi so that he could rest assured.

Finally, Xun Yong put his mind at ease for the time being and said, "Then I will leave Xiao Yi to you, Professor Tao and Professor Zhang, thank you for your help."

"Don't worry, Professor Xun." Tao Zhexuan nodded with a smile, "Xiao Yi is now a treasure in our mathematics community. We will of course ensure his safety."

After some communication, Xun Yong looked at the time and thought it was time for him to leave. He emphasized the matter with Xiao Yi again before packing his luggage and leaving.

……

Time passed quickly, and finally Xiao Yi, Terence Tao, and James Maynard boarded a plane to Los Angeles, while Zhang Yitang flew to Santa Barbara.

In the first half month, he belonged to Terence Tao's research group. After receiving the Cole Algebra Prize, he belonged to Zhang Yitang's research group.

"This dormitory is where you will be staying temporarily for the time being."

After arriving at UCLA, Terence Tao took Xiao Yi into a student dormitory on campus and said.

"It took me a lot of effort to apply for this dormitory, but I should be relieved now."

Looking at the single dormitory in front of him, Xiao Yi nodded with satisfaction. Although the dormitory space was relatively small, he would only live there for half a month, which was enough.

Moreover, student dormitories are relatively safer than living outside.

Well……

Of course, this is only relative.

If you encounter something like "the most introverted student in the class asked me not to come to school tomorrow".

cough cough...

"Thank you, Terrence."

Xiao Yi thanked him.

Terence is Terence Tao's English name. Before, he had always called him Professor Tao, which seemed a bit strange, so Terence Tao suggested that he call himself that.

"You're welcome. This is my responsibility!"

Tao smiled and waved his hand, then said, "Okay, tomorrow morning at nine o'clock, let's all come to my office and start our topic discussion!"

"Okay!" Xiao Yi nodded. The next period of time would naturally be the formal research project!
It was already late, so Terence Tao didn't want to stay any longer and left the dormitory directly.

Xiao Yi also put his luggage away, then washed up, and finally lay down on the bed. After a while, he fell asleep.

……

(End of this chapter)