CHAPTER 645: CHAPTER 199: RETURN WITHOUT ACCOMPLISHMENT

"If that’s the case, no problem! I can participate in this project and provide you with advice."

With Peter Schultz having said this much, Qiao Yu readily agreed.

After all, he’s not exactly familiar with Microsoft.

Since Peter Schultz doesn’t see any issue, any unpleasantness arising later would just be between him and Microsoft.

These are all minor issues.

As long as he’s in Huaxia, even if Microsoft wanted to get rid of him, he has Old Zheng and Xiao Zhang backing him up, so he’s not worried at all.

"Trust me, you definitely won’t find it boring. This is a highly challenging task!"

Peter Schultz said cheerfully.

Having settled the business, the two of them had almost reached the banquet hall where the evening event was held.

"Go enjoy the banquet today. I won’t go in with you, since today you are... hmm? Did you specifically change into this outfit for the banquet?"

It was only then that Peter Schultz noticed Qiao Yu had changed into a very casual outfit: blue jeans and a light white long-sleeved T-shirt.

"What’s wrong with that? I’m telling you, these clothes are pure cotton, super comfortable to wear. They’re Reebok too, branded stuff!"

Qiao Yu tugged at his T-shirt, showed off its unrivaled elasticity, and said.

Peter Schultz chuckled, seemed to think of something, and then sighed, "Youth is wonderful!"

Then he shook his head, quickened his pace, and went into the banquet hall on his own.

Qiao Yu decided to forgive Peter.

Germans, after all, it’s understandable if they lack a sense of humor...

However, he still turned his head and asked Zheng Xiweng, who had caught up, "Old Zheng, don’t I look more handsome in this outfit than in a suit?"

Zheng Xiweng, seeing Qiao Yu looking younger and more spirited in the new clothes, felt the kid was doing it on purpose...

But he still nodded and admitted, "That’s right, much more handsome!"

...

Walking into the banquet hall, Qiao Yu immediately heard a round of applause.

Soon after, Qiao Yu kind of understood why such banquets are called the vanity fair of Western society.

Looking ahead, men and women were all dressed in proper formal attire, and even those gathered in conversation groups turned their eyes toward him and applauded.

This was probably the respect given to the world’s youngest Fields Medalist. It was also why Peter Schultz didn’t want to enter the hall with Qiao Yu.

From this perspective, his casual outfit was indeed a bit too relaxed.

But it didn’t matter. As the saying goes, young people are forgiven for doing some rebellious things.

Not to mention, it was just a change to a more casual outfit. It was far from being rebellious.

So Qiao Yu confidently raised his hand, waved it around randomly, as a gesture of thanks to everyone.

Young and wild...

There’s nothing wrong with dressing a bit younger. A formal suit just looks old-fashioned.

After scanning the room, Qiao Yu quickly spotted Elder Yuan and Qiao Xi not too far away.

Without waiting for a nearby person holding a drink to approach, he strode over.

"Elder Yuan, Mom. You came first, huh."

Yuan Zhengxin smiled happily but didn’t reply. Qiao Xi glared at Qiao Yu, "Why did you change into this?"

"Looks younger. Besides, I didn’t win the award because of the clothes I wear. It’s mainly my talent, right, Grandpa?" Qiao Yu hooked his arm around Yuan Zhengxin’s and said.

"Haha, yes, yes, yes, dressing like this is more energetic, I think it’s good! Kids should wear what makes them look spirited."

With the elder saying that, Qiao Xi just glared at Qiao Yu and didn’t speak further.

But she’s used to it.

He was like this when he was young, Qiao Yu always knew how to make elders happy, back then, Qiao Yu’s grandfather would always stand unconditionally by his side. Whenever she wanted to scold the boy, she was instead scolded by her own father.

All these years, he hasn’t lost his touch, good for the boy.

Having settled the clothing issue, Qiao Yu said again, "Grandpa, I’m taking mom to chat about something!"

"Alright, go ahead. I wanted her to attend the banquet to have more interactions with mathematicians. To see if she could find a topic she likes. You showing her around works just as well."

Yuan Zhengxin said with a beaming smile.

This was indeed true.

After all, he was old, and in recent years his main focus had been on education, making his once-rich international academic exchanges pale in comparison.

Instead, Qiao Yu is now a truly sought-after mathematician.

"No, I’m just having a little private chat with my mom. She should still stay with you! If I bring her around, she’ll probably pull my ear!"

Qiao Yu joked, and only then did he pull Qiao Xi into a small corner of the banquet hall.

Actually, no matter where Qiao Yu went today, people would probably glance at him frequently. It’s just that no one with any sense would approach when they saw him talking with Qiao Xi.

Except for Old Zheng.

When only Qiao Xi was left, Qiao Yu winked and asked, "Mom, you didn’t just see Professor Frank, did you?"

Qiao Xi first frowned and asked, "Professor Frank? Which Professor Frank..."

Then quickly came to her senses, glared at Qiao Yu, and said irritably, "Several professors were introduced by Professor Frank’s teacher, but the one you’re talking about, I didn’t see."

"Logically, he should be attending the banquet today. If you see him and feel like splashing him with wine or throwing a glass, just go ahead. I’ve got your back!"