Scene 208. The Fall of a Genius
"Siris was once a talented mage, but he went astray and was addicted to mathematics that would not gain any benefits. In the fourth year of his enrollment, he still did not submit a graduation thesis that could be passed in any academic journal. Later, he left the school."
Vice-President Podordo said, looking at Reiner with some sigh.
"In the world of mages, there are too many examples of this kind. Every year, many young mages show their potential, but in the end, few can be promoted to the middle level."
"So, is Siris' paper about mathematics?"
Reiner heard what Vice President Podordo meant, but he didn't care, but asked persistently.
"Yes, I can't remember the specific content of that paper. After all, it has been ten years. I only know that it is a paper about mathematics. Although the proof process is very complete, the final result is too ridiculous, so I didn't take it to heart."
Vice President Podordo has taught hundreds of students over the years and has reviewed thousands of papers. Naturally, it is impossible to remember the specific content of Sirius's paper that he has only read once.
"In fact, in a graduation thesis, I saw Mr. Siris's paper being cited, but unfortunately, in your school's archives, that paper entered the archives because it was traded with money, and it had been investigated and destroyed a few years ago."
"Money transaction?"
Vice-President Podordo frowned slightly.
"I also knew about the cleanup of the archives a few years ago, but Mr. Ian Gray, you mean, is Sirius spending money to get the school archives to include their own papers? It's a little beyond my expectations."
"Why?"
Reiner asked, his interest in Cyris Oldman is now greater than his paper. Although he has some speculation about Cyris' research content, Reiner is still very curious about why Cyris has fallen from the talented genius in Podordo to the point where he cannot even graduate. What happened.
"Well, Sirius is a very upright and stubborn guy. The things he believes will not change. Logically, he will definitely not do this kind of behavior of spending money to go through the back door."
Vice-President Podordo said that it was because he was attracted by Sirius that he was relieved to hand over his daughter to the other party, but unfortunately, the two young people eventually parted ways later.
"He is not so much a wizard, but rather a scholar. If he lives in a world without magic, he should also be exploring knowledge and continue to explore throughout his life. Money and reputation are not important to him, so I think it is a bit strange for him to spend money to let the archives include his papers."
Of course, Vice President Podordo cannot deny that when Siris fell into that wrong path, his personality changed a lot. If Siris was originally a persistent and serious mage, many of his behaviors seemed a little paranoid afterwards. The suggestion that Vice President Podordo kindly persuaded Siris to switch to the Elemental Department to quickly improve his magical strength was quickly rejected by Siris, which was also one of the reasons why Podordo was disappointed with him.
Therefore, it was not completely unintelligible to spend money to try to keep his papers in the school’s archives at that time.
"Not mentioning this, Mr. Ian Gray, do you think Siris's paper is really of practical value? In my opinion, it is a paper full of delusions and absurdity, trying to prove that there is no thing in this world. It's a pity that the proof process is so perfect."
Vice-President Podordo sighed, and Reiner's visit reminded him of bad memories.
"Whether there is practical value, it may be necessary to find this paper to decide."
Reiner said, but then added.
"But Vice President Podordo, I think practical value is not the only criterion for judging whether a theory is excellent."
His words made Vice President Podordo frown slightly, as if he saw the figure of Sirius who was struggling to argue that day again.
"You are really like him, both of you are as young and promising as you are, and you are as talented as you think of the world as pure and straightforward."
Vice-President Podordo wanted to say something, but finally sighed and said in a low voice.
"Poldoordo Vice President, I want to know where Siris Oldman is now. The information from the student registration department shows that the destination is unknown. The staff told me that you can ask Siris's mentor, you should be clear."
Reiner said nothing about Vice President Podordo's comments, and he asked, looking into the old man's eyes.
But Vice-President Podordo shook his head.
"I don't know, Mr. Ian Gray."
He took a sip of the black tea on the table and said.
"Siris disappeared after leaving school and disappeared afterwards. He has not contacted me for the past ten years."
Perhaps to some extent, Vice Principal Podordo thought he was ashamed of Siris and could not pull him out of the mud, so after the other party left the school, he subconsciously did not inquire about Siris' whereabouts. Gradually, he buried him in the corner of his memory. It was not until today that Reiner rediscovered it.
"I guess he might have found a place to continue researching, because if he would give up, he would have given up long ago."
When he thought of something, Vice President Podordo sighed.
"So, Vice-President Podordo, do you know anyone knows where Siris is?"
Reiner asked again, since Sirius had been in school for four years, there must be some classmates and friends, and these people may know his whereabouts.
"Well..."
Vice President Podordo thought for a while and seemed to have some clues, but after hesitating for a moment, he remained silent again.
After a while, he answered.
"Siris has no friends and has a good relationship with his classmates. The only person who may have some connection is probably Pasir."
"Director Pasival?"
Reiner leaned forward, a little surprised by the coincidence of things.
"Yes, Pasir was also my student in the past. He and Siris entered the academy in the same group, but Pasir did not gradually rise until Siris faded."
When Vice Principal Podordo mentioned his son-in-law, his voice became clearer.
"These two people had some communication when they were studying under my school. Maybe he knew it, but over the years, I have never heard Pasir mention anything about Siris."
"Is this what..."
Chapter completed!