580: Chapter 579 Towards the Light: I Want to Establish the Boundaries of Science!

After hearing Xiang Guangming's words, the atmosphere at the scene suddenly became somewhat subtle.

Everyone present was a shrewd person; who couldn't hear the resentment and unwillingness hidden in these words?

A top-tier Academician who had made great contributions to China's scientific cause was now being marginalized and sent overseas to work on some "overseas project"; this matter sounded unfair to everyone.

Chief Designer Tan Wenxuan was immediately struck by awkwardness.

Although he didn't fully understand the ins and outs of domestic affairs, he knew that Xiang Guangming had indeed been suppressed for a period of time because his academic philosophy was incompatible with The Hawks.

Now it seemed that this conflict had not only not been resolved, but had deepened instead.

"Mentor, you've had too much to drink, please sit down..."

Chief Designer Tan Wenxuan hurried forward to support him, trying to press him back into his seat.

"I haven't had too much!"

Xiang Guangming shook off Chief Designer Tan Wenxuan's hand. His voice, perhaps due to having drunk too much, sounded a bit slurred, but the unwillingness and anger within it were clearly discernible.

"I'm just unhappy! Why! Why should I, Xiang Guangming, have to put up with this!"

"Wenxuan, tell me, I, Xiang Guangming, have given most of my life to China, and in the end, I end up with this outcome. Am I not wronged? Am I not aggrieved?!"

Chief Designer Tan Wenxuan's face became increasingly awkward.

He hadn't expected that his mentor, who was always composed, would lose his composure like this today.

Although he knew his mentor might have suffered some grievances back home, wasn't it a bit inappropriate to vent them in front of so many outsiders?

Just at this moment.

"Academician Xiang, hearing you say that, we all feel it's not worth it for you!"

An energy tycoon from the State of Florida stood up first, holding a wine glass, looking filled with righteous indignation.

"A top-tier scientist like you deserves the highest respect and the most generous resources! If China doesn't cherish you, we do! If you are willing to come to our Florida, I guarantee that whatever you want, I will give you!"

After this person spoke.

Professor Disser quickly stood up, his face wearing a gentle and sincere smile.

"Academician Xiang, as a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, I completely understand how you feel."

"A top-tier scientist like you should receive the highest respect and the most ample resources, no matter where you are. China's actions are truly chilling."

"Science has no borders; the progress of Science belongs to all of humanity. Your wisdom should not just serve one country, but should contribute to the future of all human civilization. If you feel stifled at home, why not consider our Massachusetts Institute of Technology? We are always open to you."

The two men spoke high-sounding words.

Xiang Guangming seemed to have met a kindred spirit and said excitedly: "Mr. John, Professor Disser, you truly understand me! Science has no borders, and I am planning to start a new academic organization in North America!"

"The name will be the Frontiers of Science!"

"I believe that the boundary of Science is that there are no boundaries!"

"It is rare to meet a kindred spirit in life, we must drink to this! Come, cheers!"

Everyone quickly raised their glasses and followed Xiang Guangming in drinking it all in one gulp.

This act was like opening a floodgate; others chimed in one after another.

"That's right! True Science has no borders! Academician Xiang, your talent should not be bound by those narrow-minded political struggles!"

"Exactly! Those people in China are truly short-sighted to treat a pillar of the nation like this!"

"Academician Xiang, the North American continent is the new stage for you to realize your ambitions!..."