Chapter 237: Wisdom Comes to a Halt_1

```

Jiang Yu's remark left Gu Cheng bewildered, but Jiang Yu laughed and said, "That's a proverb from our era, it's a compliment to you guys for being so capable of solving such a difficult problem."

Number Three held back with great effort to not burst into laughter.

Gu Cheng always felt that it wasn't a complimenting phrase, but since Jiang Yu had said so, he did not feel it appropriate to press the matter further.

Jiang Yu said seriously, "Sophon has communicated with me twice, and I can tell you responsibly that they do exist.

"And the ceiling of the entire universe is definitely not the modern Solar System!"

He waved his hand, "Alright, let's not talk about this.

"Values are different, it's impossible to agree."

Jiang Yu took a drag of his cigarette and said earnestly, "Since you're here, I want to ask you to never be complacent at any time, as one of your decisions could affect millions of lives.

"Even if you think I'm talking nonsense, you should know in your heart that being a little more cautious can never be wrong."

Gu Cheng nodded, "Alright."

He couldn't help asking, "I'm very curious, why haven't you tried to persuade us to continue with your plan?"

"If everything could be resolved through persuasion, the entire universe would be living in peace," Jiang Yu said with a smile.

"Now it's not about persuasion; you can't even be beaten into agreement, so why should I bother talking?"

Gu Cheng asked again, "If a year from now you lose the bet and truly resign from all your powers, will you do so willingly?"

Jiang Yu stubbed out his cigarette in the metal ashtray, "There's no need to probe me!"

He took a deep breath, "If I were not a Wallfacer, I would keep doing the research I love, I would enjoy the joys of family, I would be with my parents at their dying moments.

"Do you think the duty of a Wallfacer is a piece of cake?"

Gu Cheng was stunned once more; he had never considered that a Wallfacer might perceive their own role in this way.

Jiang Yu continued, "I've heard that although the Solar System State was changed to the Solar System Federation, after you took office, you clearly opposed the federation system.

"With your efforts, the leg that the Solar System State had stepped out toward the federation system was retracted.

"That's also why I'm willing to speak with you amicably; you are at least a Governor with a political vision, a hero of the times."

Gu Cheng responded politely, "You overpraise me, I just believe that the federation system has huge loopholes, and it's far from having enough control over itself.

"Especially when in space, we need to concentrate our forces, not disperse them among ourselves and become a loose sand."

He paused before adding, "My father has great respect for you, I grew up hearing quite a few stories about you, and I admire your resolve.

"It's also why I hope you can see the earth-shattering changes humanity has undergone over the past century, and not judge new things with outdated concepts, as that could harm you.

"Perhaps it will tarnish your distinguished later years."

After saying this, even Gu Cheng found it strange; Jiang Yu was still so young, why use a phrase like tarnishing one's distinguished later years?

Jiang Yu shook his head with a smile, "Then you must have heard about the old stories of New China I told to Kong Fangcheng, Wang Wenyang, and others."

"I've heard them, but your actions are now almost universally regarded as a cautionary tale," Gu Cheng continued, seeing that Jiang Yu was not angry.

"Everyone thinks you were overly cautious, and it's because human technology at that time was worlds apart from what we have now, that you had such views."

Jiang Yu sighed deeply, "You see, what good does hearing my stories do?

"Let me ask you, what do you think of the Wallfacer and ETO's breach?"

Gu Cheng hesitated before counter-asking, "Do you want to hear the truth?"

"Of course, I want to hear the truth!"

```

"I think it's just like two naive kids playing house," said Gu Cheng.

"The two kids are deeply engrossed, but the adults around them find it very childish.

"Of course, I don't blame you entirely, after all, the whole Wallfacer Project reeks of naivety and absurdity!

"I believe you must have realized this point, otherwise you wouldn't have used the power of a Wallfacer to create the Solar System Federation."

Jiang Yu said coldly, "I asked you about the Wallfacers, just stick to the Wallfacers! Don't belittle the Wallfacer Project in front of me next time!

"This project is the epitome of humanity's intelligence, and the achievements you have now all stem from the era of the early crisis.

"We harnessed all the powers we could in that age, producing a qualitative leap where 1+1 was greater than 2, and accomplishing feats that seemed impossible in that difficult and backward era!

"In those first few years facing the Trisolarans, it was as if it was humanity's 'Axis Age', where humans exhibited extraordinary intelligence and creativity.

"Since then, human technology has indeed made great leaps, but intelligence has come to a standstill; in the end, we still rely on the plans from 'the initial era' to find a way forward."

Jiang Yu heaved a long sigh, "Eventually, this age has narrowed your vision somewhat, I hope you will grow in the days to come.

"Alright, let's end our conversation here for today.

"I'll be going to Earth in a couple of days. I won't be causing you any trouble, nor will I go back on my word.

"And remember, it's always right to be careful in everything."

Gu Cheng stood up thoughtfully, "Then I shall take my leave."

Watching Gu Cheng depart, Jiang Yu then said to Number Three, "I am going to Earth the day after tomorrow. You are now the Mayor of Mars City, you don't need to follow me. Find someone else to accompany me."

...

The reason Mars City has a transparent structure on top is because Mars has an atmosphere, thin though it may be.

Most meteorites burn up in the Martian atmosphere, and its thin layer can also block some harmful rays. Besides, Mars is further out than Earth, and the sunlight here is not as intense as on the Moon.

Jiang Yu sat on a bench in Mars City Park, looking up through the transparent roof at the dark space where hundreds of points of light were visible even during the day.

Those were the spacecraft carrying Gu Cheng and others leaving Mars, the glow from the tails of over a hundred new warships shone like stars.

Jiang Yu sighed, "A bow and arrow is still a bow and arrow, these are but repeating crossbows.

"How shortsighted, how shortsighted!"

Suddenly, a timid voice said, "Hello, Wallfacer."

Jiang Yu turned towards the voice to see a little girl, about eight or nine years old.

The little girl with two braids looked very adorable.

Jiang Yu smiled, "Hello, little miss."

The little girl rubbed her hands together and took two steps forward, "May I ask you a question?"

"Of course," Jiang Yu pointed to the bench, "Come, sit."

The little girl shook her head, looking fearfully at the armed robot behind Jiang Yu, "Is something really bad going to happen in the future?

"Some adults say that the Wallfacers can't be wrong, while others aren't so sure.

"The neighborhood we used to live in was so lively, but those who were saying 'not so sure' have moved away in the past two years.

"And those who stayed behind say that when those who left face disaster, they will know the Wallfacer was right.

"Why do they look forward to the disaster befalling those who moved away? If those who left are really in danger, shouldn't you, as the Wallfacer, have stopped them from leaving?"

Jiang Yu was stunned for a few seconds before apologizing, "I'm sorry, child, who can stop a young warrior bent on dying? They can't hear!"