Chapter 14 — The Truth Will Always Be Proven One Day

He smiled. Give me a thumbs up.

"I would like to thank the corporation."

"Thank you Academician So for your guidance."

"Thank you, parents, for always believing in me."

"And most of all..."

"...I want to thank everyone..."

"...chose to stay sober."

"Even when the truth is still shrouded in a fog of rumors."

"Even when the whole world is criticizing me."

"They are still in no hurry to use their keyboard to condemn a person."

The auditorium gradually became quiet. I took a deep breath. Keep talking.

"There was a time..."

"...I always believed that."

"Just focus on being in the lab."

"As long as the chip we create is excellent enough."

"...sooner or later we will receive the recognition and justice we deserve."

"But then I realized."

"In this age of chaos..."

"...not everyone is willing to respect the truth."

"There are always people..."

"...wanted to turn tears into weapons."

"...turning poverty into a talisman of impunity."

"...and turn the fury of public opinion into a gun barrel to shoot at others."

"...fake source code cannot run a real program."

"False characters cannot stand the fire of truth either."

"...will always be fake."

"No matter how loud she cries."

"Even if it provokes social networks..."

"...that pile of electronic trash..."

"...will never turn into gold either."

The applause once again rang out like thunder. Lasted longer than any time before. Also more intense than any time before. After the ceremony ended. I pulled out the sealed box containing the latest batch of silicone materials. Slowly enter the hallway leading to the sterile laboratory. The morning sunlight has just covered the technology park. A social news suddenly appeared on my phone. Today's hot news: The "AI chip theft" case that caused a stir is officially closed. To Dao was sentenced to 15 years in prison for committing many crimes. Dark Star Media Company was completely shut down. The subject who splashed red paint on Le Nac's house was also prosecuted according to the law for disturbing public order. Ms. Le Nac's representative lawyer stated: He does not accept mediation in any form. In the newsletter. To Dao stood in front of the horseshoe. Crying and asking for forgiveness. She said she was just temporarily blinded by greed. Saying you have too much self-esteem. So eager to change my life. Saying... Actually, she never really wanted to destroy me. I calmly swiped the screen. Delete that newsletter. Don't watch any more. An apology... Only uttered when standing in front of prison bars... To me... No longer has any meaning. It's not that she doesn't know. What I do will cause me to suffer. Deep down in her heart... She always thought. Someone like me... Born with good fortune. Being tormented a little... ...is worth it. Afternoon. WeChat reports a new file. The sender is an Academician of the Department. No lengthy messages. In the attached file... There is only one photo. It's the biggest whiteboard in the lab. He hand-wrote a line with a strong pen. I hope you will always believe in the purity of science and effort. At the same time, we always maintain the ultimate limit of a human being. I stood in front of the console. Look at that text for a long time. Then open the reply box. Type two words. Late afternoon. I stand alone on the viewing deck on the top floor of the laboratory. The entire large technology park is bathed in warm sunset light. The train rushed by. Young interns holding computers ran along the tree-lined path. It's all strangely normal. After the recent storm. That peace... Becomes more precious than ever. So precious that... The bridge of my nose. Finally... I don't need to keep explaining to the world... ...that I'm not a source code pirate. No need to rack your brains to prove... ...you're worthy of wearing that anti-static suit. There's no need to continue struggling... ...to find some air in the vast sea of malice. The phone vibrated slightly again. It's mom's WeChat message. Nac Nac, what do you want to eat tonight? Mom just bought fresh ribs from the market and plans to stew them in soup for you. The corners of my lips suddenly curled up. I typed a reply. Okay. I'll be right back after work. Just a few seconds later. Mom texted back. So that's good. No matter what happens in the future, don't be afraid. Let's just keep walking on the main road. I raised my head. Look towards the horizon. The sun gradually disappears behind the horizon. Each neon light in the city center lit up one by one. As if illuminating the road ahead. I clasped the top level access card in my hand. Smiling softly. Speak softly to yourself.

"Just keep your head high..."

"...but move on."