Master of Mathematics

This identity surprised both Elder Gu and Master Zhuge; they never expected that the young girl before them was the owner and head chef of the elegant Serenity Vegetarian Bistro!

"Truly, heroes have emerged since youth throughout history!" Elder Gu expressed full admiration for Su Li, amazed that someone so young possessed such intelligence and talent, not to be underestimated.

After a hearty meal, the group chatted leisurely over plum wine.

Only then did Su Li realize where Shen Yan’s obsession with mathematics came from—it was inherited from Elder Gu!

Elder Gu placed great importance on mathematics, so when Su Li showed her skills in the subject, their casual talk naturally shifted towards mathematics.

Elder Gu himself was quite knowledgeable and experienced in mathematics, so he began exchanging ideas with Su Li.

Su Li, having been through primary, secondary, and university-level mathematics in the 21st century, possessed mathematical thinking far beyond this era by thousands of years.

Su Li calmly answered Elder Gu’s questions one by one, even offering insights into problems that had long puzzled him, making him feel enlightened as if a great truth had been revealed.

Su Li’s modern mathematical thinking, even when slightly revealed, fascinated Elder Gu and Master Zhuge, as if they had discovered a new world.

The discussion about mathematics went on for most of the day. As dusk approached, Elder Gu reluctantly let Su Li go.

"Miss Su, if there’s a chance in the future, you’re welcome to visit my residence to further discuss mathematics," Elder Gu said with a smile, handing Su Li a token.

Su Li accepted it with both hands and smiled, "If I have the leisure, I will certainly pay a visit."

Master Zhuge also gave Su Li his token and said, "When discussing mathematics, don’t forget about me."

Li Yanhao, the heir apparent, was completely ignored. The three others were engrossed in lively discussion all afternoon, while he, knowing nothing, just sat beside them eating and drinking like a fool.

Finally freed, Li Yanhao hurriedly urged Su Li to get into the carriage.

In the carriage, Li Yanhao peeked out and saw Elder Gu and Master Zhuge at the door, seemingly reluctant to see Su Li leave.

Li Yanhao turned back and said sourly, "Tsk, what can I say about you? Even these two old sages look at you with new eyes. You, you really are something extraordinary."

Su Li rolled her eyes at him, "That’s called jealousy!"

Li Yanhao gritted his teeth, "Tsk, every time I’m with you, I feel like I’m the uneducated one."

"Oh? Isn’t that true?" Su Li made a strange face.

"You! Hmph! One day I’ll show you that I’m also very capable!" Li Yanhao clenched his fists.

Only after Su Li’s carriage was out of sight did the two elderly gentlemen reluctantly walk back into the courtyard.

The two walked along the corridor, talking as they went.

Master Zhuge said, "Teacher, haven’t you always wanted to invite a mathematics expert to teach at Wutong Academy? Today, this Miss Su seems to have an extremely high level of mathematical skill—perhaps even surpassing the top mathematicians of our time."

Elder Gu nodded, "Miss Su’s mathematics is indeed outstanding, but since she is a woman, it would be inappropriate for her to teach at the academy. It might cause controversy."

Master Zhuge sighed, "Yes, it’s a pity she’s a woman. If she were a man, someone so sharp and intelligent would be a promising talent."

The two elders sighed and shook their heads simultaneously, their words full of regret.

Elder Gu said, "You think the reason Miss Su’s village school can’t find a teacher is because Director Zhang of Qingmiao Academy is obstructing it?"

Master Zhuge replied, "That’s exactly right."

Elder Gu smiled, his domineering aura as a powerful minister surfacing: "Just a mere child, what does he think he is, daring to obstruct education? I think that Zhang fellow must be living too comfortably."