Annihilation of the solar system

The following meeting had a heated discussion mainly around Xia Lan's observation results. This group of astronomers who live under the aura of freedom and democracy still have extremely high professional literacy. They are analyzing the data on Xia Lan's observation results.

After conducting analysis and discussion, there are not many doubts about the results themselves.

The most heated discussion they had was about the impact of the disappearance of 'Oumuamua on the solar system, and how to confirm the hypothesis next. In the sometimes red-faced, sometimes gentle debate, Xia Lan gradually put down the idea that she had just held in the meeting.

heart of.

When several experts basically reach an agreement, they will go to the podium in front of the huge IAU logo to read out their preliminary detection plan. Xia Lan's global radio astronomy telescope was named "Eye of the Earth" by her.

The array plan was also announced by Wei Xu in the second half of the meeting.

After Wei Xu explained the basic idea and implementation details of the "Eye of the Earth" detection plan, the response from the venue exceeded any previous plan announced, with voices of admiration and doubt mixed in.

Autumn dusk came earlier in Brussels than in Beijing, and the heated debates gradually subsided. Davis walked up to the lectern with a pile of handwritten papers as fluffy as toast in his hand.

"Ladies and gentlemen, what I hold in my hand is the research results of this special meeting of the International Astronomical Union. Here, I sincerely admire the professionalism and rigorous attitude of all experts."

After the applause, Davis continued:

"Next, we will form an expert evaluation committee to evaluate these plans and then decide to implement some or all of them."

He raised his hand and looked at the shining golden watch on his wrist.

"It's time for dinner now. The restaurant downstairs has prepared sumptuous food for everyone. In two hours, we will announce the results here."

There was a burst of joyful sounds in the venue, and the atmosphere was like middle school students finishing their last class before the weekend. Xia Lan and Wei Xu looked at each other and frowned deeply.

"Why don't we urge you to eat instead of working? Let's go eat first." Wei Xu comforted Xia Lan's anxious heart, and Xia Lan could only nod silently.

Because of their qualifications and academic achievements, Xia Lan and Wei Xu were not included in the list of the expert review committee. This did not surprise them.

There was a pleasant atmosphere in the restaurant, and most of the experts knew each other well. They joked with each other and enjoyed the food. From time to time, people came over to politely congratulate Xia Lan and Wei Xu, who were sitting in the corner, on their achievements. It was just them

He didn't care about this. Even Wei Xu, who had the highest desire for food, didn't eat much.

While dining in the restaurant, not far from where they were, a blond woman with blue eyes seemed to be watching them silently.

When this splendid European capital showed its glorious side at night, the experts returned to the venue one after another. After a while, Davis walked onto the podium with a folder, and the venue gradually became quiet.

"Ladies and gentlemen! I hope that iau's restaurant can satisfy you. I have given special instructions today not to use the dishes provided by the usual suppliers."

There were bursts of laughter at the scene, but Xia Lan and Wei Xu were the only ones who couldn't blend into them.

"After unanimous evaluation by the expert review committee, I declare that the evaluation has been passed and the observation plan will be implemented next."

The scene quickly returned to solemnity.

"The infrared band space exploration plan proposed by the Royal Observatory of England."

"Space X-ray band observation plan proposed by the Royal Observatory of Iberia"

"The visible light band panoramic survey plan proposed by the North American National Aeronautics and Space Administration (nasa)"

"Microwave detection plan proposed by the Royal Scandinavian Academy of Sciences"

"The Space Gamma Band Observation Plan Proposed by the Prussian Institute for Advanced Astronomy"

"Comprehensive radio frequency band observation plan proposed by the South American National Observatory"

"And part of the implementation of the 'Eye of the Earth' observation plan proposed by Dr. Xia Lan's team"

"We will organize the best observation team in the world and mobilize the most advanced and largest astronomical observation equipment in the world. We will verify and observe Dr. Xia Lan's major discoveries and bold predictions. On behalf of the International Astronomical Union and the British Royal Family

The Academy of Sciences expresses its most heartfelt thanks to Dr. Xia Lan and Dr. Wei Xu for their contributions to the cause of astronomy...",

Davis's solemn and lengthy congratulatory message and the accompanying warm applause seemed to be just a distant echo in Xia Lan's ears. The only thing she kept thinking about at this moment was the words "partially executed" that Davis said just now.

meaning.

After the applause gradually subsided, Xia Lan immediately stood up.

"Dear Sir Davis, I have a question..."

Davis raised his hand to interrupt Xia Lan's speech, and then continued to speak in an unhurried British accent:

"Dr. Xia Lan, I know the question you want to raise. Can you please come to my office to talk to me after the meeting?"

Xia Lan nodded slightly, and then sat down helplessly. Wei Xu, who was always optimistic, also frowned deeply. After Davis finally delivered his closing speech, Xia Lan and Wei Xu couldn't wait to come to Davis' room.

office.

"Sir Davis, what does partial execution mean?" Xia Lan asked anxiously.

Davis took off his suit jacket and hung it on the coat rack nearby. The exquisite bow tie and the two trouser belts with dark patterns around his shoulders became very conspicuous. He sat on his chair and picked up the

A bottle of whiskey at the table:

"Child, just call me Maro in informal situations. Your teacher, Man Ling Shen, and I are very good friends. Would you like a drink?"

Xia Lan and Wei Xu both shook their heads, their eyes full of anxiety. Davis poured wine into the glass and said:

"Partial implementation means agreeing and cooperating with your 'Eye of the Earth' plan, but radio silence..."

Davis picked up the half-filled glass of wine, took a sip, and then shook his head. Xia Lan's guess was indeed correct, she argued:

"But the key to the success of the 'Eye of the Earth' lies in the cooperation of radio silence, so that possible abnormal electromagnetic waves can be detected."

Davis put down his glass and shook his head slightly:

"I have studied your plan very carefully. I have no doubt about its feasibility. I can swear to God. But you have to know that the operability of global radio silence is almost non-existent. What's more.

..”

The smile on Davis' face gradually solidified:

"What's more, you don't have any solid evidence to prove that they are here to cause trouble in the solar system. The evidence I am talking about is based on scientific observations, not inferences and speculations like thought experiments. Can you understand what I mean?"

"But all the current phenomena show that they are doing something in a corner of the solar system that we don't know about! Can't this be evidence?" Xia Lan's tone was already a little excited, but her fluent English still fully expressed her

the meaning of.

"Child, I appreciate your style and efficiency, but this does not mean that the way we are handling it now is wrong. Don't we have six other observation plans? We can wait for their results for a while, and then

Make a conclusion."

A blush appeared on Xia Lan's face, and Wei Xu gently touched her trembling hand. Xia Lan understood what he meant, and Wei Xu said with an awkward smile on his face as gently as possible:

"But you know, those traditional detection plans may not have any effect. If they had, shouldn't we have discovered something long ago?"

In response to Wei Xu's mild but sharp accusation, Davis' face turned a little pale, but he still maintained the dignity of a gentleman. He took out a white envelope from the drawer and put it on the table, with a brightly colored seal on the opening of the envelope.

National emblem. He picked up the wine glass again and said meaningfully:

"Child, we are different from you. You have a great country with a huge territory, and you can easily accomplish an unimaginable thing under the command of the decision-makers. But it is different here,"

He took a sip and then continued:

"We have dozens of leaders with the same large territory and the same amount of resources. Most of them are thinking about how to let their people live the happiest life at the moment, and at the same time, they have to guard against possible future events.

The dangers around them. This takes up a lot of their energy and resources. To convince them to do something that is extremely difficult and not necessarily expected, you have to have sufficient reasons to convince them and the parliament behind them."

"Then can't you send them a document requesting cooperation in the name of the International Astronomical Union?" Xia Lan was still unwilling to give in.

Davis shook his head:

"Child, believe me. I swear to God, this is useless. The only effect may be to reduce the prestige of the IAU in various countries."

Davis drank the remaining wine in the glass, and then the smile on his face rarely disappeared. He looked at Xia Lan seriously and seriously:

"Child, I know how hard you work, and I know the possible consequences of this matter. However, you have to know that the iau is just a non-governmental scientific organization. We have no right to mobilize the government, let alone ask the people. If you want the iau to issue

If there is a request or suggestion letter, then you have to give me more solid evidence, do you understand?"

Xia Lan and Wei Xu were speechless, they could only sigh deeply.