Chapter 326 - 253: One-Click Automation, Smart Learning

Chapter 326: Chapter 253: One-Click Automation, Smart Learning

In the dead of night, spanning from December 29th to the early morning of the 30th.

While most people were still deep in their dreams, an article published on a well-known tech Official Account began to quietly circulate within certain circles.

Cray Research Institute Extends Grand Invitation to Huaxia Genius. Why is Chen Lin Silent?

The article’s tone seemed objective on the surface, but between the lines, it reeked of passive-aggression:

"The Cray Mathematics Institute, as one of the world’s most preeminent mathematical research institutions, has extended an invitation to a young scholar. In the academic world, this is the highest of honors. However, according to inside sources, Professor Chen Lin doesn’t seem to be showing the expected enthusiasm..."

"Some voices suggest that Professor Chen Lin might be worried he can’t replicate his domestic ’myth’ on the international academic stage. After all, the domestic academic evaluation system has limited integration with international standards. Some achievements that are overhyped at home might not seem so dazzling on the world stage..."

"Of course, others speculate that Professor Chen Lin may be unable to make the trip for certain ’non-academic reasons.’ After all, as a core member involved in multiple national-level confidential projects, it’s inevitable that his freedom of movement would be restricted..."

Although the article didn’t attack him directly, it was filled with veiled digs questioning Chen Lin.

Reading deeper, one could even sense a subtle intent to use Chen Lin’s decision not to go abroad as a pretext to belittle the entire Huaxia academic community.

In the comments section, while most netizens still staunchly supported Chen Lin, some "rational and objective" types had already started stirring the pot:

"To be honest, whether he *can* go abroad is a real question. What if he’s actually being restricted?"

"I think the article has a point. If you’ve got the skills, go prove it on the international stage. What’s the point of only being a big shot in your own backyard?"

"To the person above, can you stop with the cringey hate? Chen Shen is busy contributing to the country. Where would he find the time to deal with those foreigners?"

"LOL, so contributing to the country means you can’t attend academic conferences? Are the two mutually exclusive?"

"The guy above calling Chen Lin a backyard big shot must not have been online recently. Wasn’t he the one who developed the algorithm to reduce large model hallucinations? Did any foreigner figure that out before him?"

"Exactly! Even Terence Tao endorsed him. Still babbling about ’international’ this and that. It’s ridiculous."

"Can the ’rational and objective’ crowd please read Chen Lin’s JAMS paper before being so passive-aggressive? It was jointly recommended by six Fields Medal winners. Is that not ’international’ enough for you?"

「Tuesday, December 30th, 9:30 AM.」

Chen Lin was sitting at his desk, eating breakfast.

Two steamed buns and a cup of soy milk.

Simple, but filling.

"Boss!"

Yunqing’s voice, tinged with indignation, came from the doorway.

Chen Lin looked up to see Yunqing striding over, a phone held up in her hand.

Yunqing hadn’t interacted with him much yesterday. Judging by her current expression, their conversation on Sunday didn’t seem to have had any lasting negative effect on her.

Chen Lin felt a small sense of relief.

"It’s happening again! Look at these people. They just love to stir up trouble!"

Yunqing shoved the phone in front of Chen Lin, the four words "I’m so pissed off" practically written across her face.

Chen Lin put down his bun, took the phone, and glanced at the screen.

Cray Research Institute Extends Grand Invitation to Huaxia Genius. Why is Chen Lin Silent?

Seeing the headline, Chen Lin’s eyebrow twitched slightly.

He then quickly scanned the article’s content and scrolled through the comments.

"..."

Yunqing stood beside him, hands on her hips, her eyes practically shooting fire.

"What is this garbage? What ’can’t replicate his myth,’ what ’non-academic reasons’..."

"Anyone with eyes can see they’re just trying to stir up drama on purpose!"

"Tell me, should I contact the university and have them issue an official statement or something...?"

However, Chen Lin just gave a faint "Mm," and handed the phone back to Yunqing.

Then, as if nothing had happened, he picked up the half-eaten meat bun from his desk and continued eating.

"???"

Yunqing was stunned.

She stared at Chen Lin’s nonchalant expression, momentarily at a loss for words.

"Boss, you... you aren’t angry?"

"Angry?"

Chen Lin replied, his words muffled as he chewed his bun:

"What’s there to be angry about?"

"With this kind of article, you just read it and move on. The moment you take it seriously, you’ve already lost."

He swallowed the food in his mouth, took a sip of soy milk, and then said unhurriedly:

"Assistant Yun, don’t worry. I’ve got this under control."

Yunqing opened her mouth, wanting to say more.

But seeing his confident and composed demeanor, she ultimately swallowed her words.

"Well... okay, then."

Yunqing took back her phone, still a little resentful, and muttered:

"Whatever. I still think these people are just jealous of you and can’t stand to see you succeed!"

"I know, I know."

Chen Lin waved his hand, gesturing for her to go back to her work.

"You go handle your own tasks. I’ll take care of this if anything comes up."

Yunqing glanced at Chen Lin one more time. Seeing that he truly didn’t seem to be putting on a brave face, she turned and walked out.

Just before leaving, she looked back once more, her eyes filled with a trace of worry.

But in the end, she didn’t say anything else. Her footsteps faded into the distance.

Chen Lin watched Yunqing’s back disappear through the doorway, and the relaxed expression on his face gradually faded.

He put down his cup of soy milk, his eyes narrowing slightly.

’This article...’

’Someone is clearly pulling strings behind the scenes.’

’Judging from the article’s writing style, the author is a seasoned pro who knows how to whip up maximum sentiment without crossing any lines.’

’And based on the publication time, they chose to post late at night, giving the article enough time to ferment within a small circle before triggering a larger explosion of discussion during the day.’