Wandering planet that will travel

Just as children often start learning mathematics by counting their fingers, the first mathematics is born in this way.In fact, among the written numbering systems independently developed in the ancient world, except for the cuneiform numerals of the Babylonian civilization, which are base 60, and the Mayan numerals, which are base 20, almost all of them are decimal.

Humans take it for granted, but this is not the case for alien civilizations. If an alien race has 8 fingers, it is more likely to be inclined to octal, and it will be uncomfortable with decimal.

This point has also been confirmed long ago. The Cybertron civilization directly uses binary, the Trisolaran civilization generally uses hexadecimal, and the Singer civilization uses a 36-digit system, which may be related to the fact that they do not grow fingers but tentacles.

Therefore, the decimal system cannot be taken for granted. Combining the human biological information recorded on the obelisk, and of course including the key point of having ten fingers, other people have gradually approached the truth behind this black obelisk.

Chapter 7 Human Choice

Through further interpretation of the poems inscribed on the black obelisk, the Central Academy of Sciences obtained further information.

The key point is the hieroglyphs used on the obelisk. Linguists didn't pay much attention to it, but mathematicians found that there were obviously some mathematical symbols mixed into it.

This is a particularly weird thing, because there is no fixed format for such things as mathematical symbols, and it is all defined by a civilization itself.

For example, the "+" and "-" that humans are familiar with can be represented by other things, and in the eyes of other civilizations, they do not mean addition and subtraction.

That being the case, how can it be determined that these pictographs represent the mathematical symbols defined by human civilization?

Linguists scoff at this, thinking that it cannot be taken for granted.

However, the fact is so bizarre, when these mathematical symbols are substituted into these poems according to the definition of human beings, they can be understood subtly.

Once this is done, the content on the entire black obelisk is like changing from "Book of Songs" to "Nine Chapters of Arithmetic". Of course, the content is extremely advanced, and even contains many technologies that the wandering earth has not yet mastered.

The symbols represented by the three sides of the black obelisk were also deciphered from these poems through equations, and as Ding Yi expected, they were finally reduced to a complex formula.

Although the function of this formula is not yet known, it will be understood with continuous in-depth research, and it is only a matter of time.

What is most puzzling is the reason behind this phenomenon.

Because this is really too coincidental, this black obelisk uses so many mathematical symbols defined by humans, uses the decimal system commonly used by humans, and hieroglyphs that are easy for humans to understand, which means that other civilizations can only get it. It will be incomprehensible, and the amount of information that can be obtained is far less than that of human civilization.

But it is obvious that when this black obelisk appeared, human civilization and even life on earth had not yet been born, so how did it predict all this to happen?

In the end, the Central Academy of Sciences came up with the answer, which is what Qiao Li knew.

Ding Yi talked eloquently in front of Qiao Lv:

"We have traveled through so many parallel worlds, encountered so many human civilizations, and have discovered them. Although human civilizations in different planes have different cultures and histories, there are always some things in common."

"For example, we all generally use the decimal system, have similar language and characters, and even have the exact same mathematical symbols, so the scientific and technological exchanges between us are so convenient, unlike the knowledge of other civilizations that are secretive."

"Then further speculation, if not only human civilizations in parallel worlds, but also human civilizations in cosmic reincarnation have such similarities, then the content on this obelisk can be understood."

Before Ding Yi could say the final conclusion, Qiao Lv took the first step and said:

"This is what the previous generation of human civilization left us, and it records all the knowledge we need to master."

"That's right...huh?"

Ding Yi suddenly realized that this was the conclusion they reached after discussing for a long time. Why did Qiao Li say it so casually?

"You already knew?"

"Sorry." Qiao Lv said irrefutably, "Call everyone here, I have something important to announce."

Originally, the origin of the black obelisk, the Central Academy of Sciences was going to convene everyone to inform them of this crucial matter.

Now that there is already a factual basis, Qiao Li doesn't need to hide anything anymore.

A moment later, the coalition government held an emergency meeting, and all the representatives of the permanent members were present to hear the conclusions obtained.

Ding Yi first recounted the content deciphered from the black obelisk, and then explained its origin. These alone have already shocked the audience, but the good show has just begun.

Next, Qiao Lv finally opened up and told him all the things he hadn't been able to say all this time.

From the beginning of the Wandering Earth's time travel, to the truth of the universe that I only recently learned from the system administrator, what the Zeros did, and the final mission of the Wandering Earth, Qiao Li revealed everything.

The huge amount of information made everyone present stupefied for a moment. If it weren't for the black obelisk as evidence, they would still feel unbelievable even if Qiao Lv said it.

It can only be said that all of this is beyond their imagination, or even their understanding.

The truth of the dark universe, the desperate reincarnation of fate, the Zero Man behind the scenes, and the inheritance of the previous generation of human civilization, all these make people feel so incredible.

But the facts are right in front of us. The things recorded on the black obelisk are not false, and the inferences of the scientists all point to this truth.

Luo Feng was the first to react, and asked Qiao Li:

"Have you accepted? Such a cruel mission."

Of course, Qiao Li also explained that he was going to be the last watchman of human civilization, and it was not something to be happy about bearing such a burden alone to usher in the end of the universe.

"In my opinion, if the wandering earth can give up going to the new universe and refuse to be the new zero-returner to usher in the end of the universe, such a choice is much more difficult than mine. It is easy for a person to make a choice, but it is difficult for a civilization to make a choice. Very difficult."

Yes, the prerequisite for Qiao Li to realize his mission is the support of all mankind.

If the human civilization that finally defeats the Zero Returner still insists on inheriting all the technologies of the Zero Returner to go to the new universe after the restart, then all previous efforts will be for naught.

There will always be someone who will become the new zero-returner, relying on the cosmic restart technology to take the lead in using the cosmic law weapon, then everything will go back to the beginning, just a group of people has changed.

This is the last problem left to Qiao Lv. The fate of the universe is not in his hands alone, but in the hands of the entire wandering earth civilization.

Only when the human group makes a rational judgment, Qiao Li can complete his mission, otherwise no matter how hard he tries alone, he can't change the final outcome.

This is why he wants to tell everything. I am afraid that this wish can only be realized by the coalition government.

Luo Feng immediately sensed Qiao Lv's intentions, but fell silent.

It is indeed a luxury to keep human beings sane forever.No one knows what choice human civilization will make thousands of years later, whether they will agree to Qiao Li's seemingly absurd proposal.

"I can't guarantee anything." Luo Feng said frankly, "Besides, we may not see that day. The end of the universe is still too far away for us."

There is no denying that this is the truth.Qiao Lv can't count on someone to accompany him to the end.

"but--"

Luo Feng changed the topic and said: "In my lifetime, I will stick to this belief until the end. I hope this belief can be passed on from generation to generation, and will accompany you until the end of the universe."

Chapter 7 The Last Farewell

Although Luo Feng had already expressed his opinion first, most of the other permanent council representatives hadn't reacted from the shock, and after repeatedly confirming that this was not a joke, someone took up the conversation.

"Sorry, I'm a bit confused, this is not a joke, is it?" said US representative Derek in disbelief.

"Not only do we have to fight against the Zeros, but we also have to give up going to the new universe after the restart after defeating them? I dare say this is impossible, and there is no reason why it can be achieved."

The representatives of the other permanent directors almost share the same opinion. Human nature is selfish after all. If that day comes, everyone will definitely try their best to go to the restarted universe. I am afraid that no one will be willing to stay and welcome the end of this universe.