Lucien was very relaxed this time, "Sir, this is a paper in the microscopic domain. Based on the discovery of a new type of particle and two new elements, I've perfected your atomic structure model and extended this model to explain the deeper meaning of alchemical reactions, ionization, and valence states of atoms. Since the research in this domain involves the mysteries of material changes, maybe it can fulfill the dream passed down from generation to generation. Therefore, I've named this theoretical system 'New Alchemy'. "
"A new type of particle and two new elements?" Fernando's serious face relaxed a bit. He opened the paper and asked casually.
After the theory that atoms were indivisible was overturned, the internal structure of atoms belonged to a whole new domain. It seemed that no sorcerer's cognitive world would collapse no matter what kind of result Lucien came up with. This was a theory that had never been used before, and no sorcerer had ever built a meditation environment with it.
Therefore, Fernando was more or less relieved. The storm caused by the confirmation of the light quantum hypothesis had not subsided yet. If Lucien came up with any more subversive theories, Fernando doubted that Allyn would be covered with a thick layer of strawberry jam and cream.
Although for Fernando, who was nicknamed "Old Pervert", such a scene might be pleasing to the eye, but it would definitely scare away any innocent young man who had the ambition to pursue the path of magic. In this way, even if the system was closer to the truth and the speed of advancement was faster, the power of the Congress of Magic would shrink due to the absolute lack of successors.
"Sir, I got the inspiration from your idea of bombarding metal foil with helium atoms, and I also bombarded gas with helium atoms through magic circles. Hydrogen nuclei with unit positive charge were found from nitrogen gas, which could be preliminarily determined to be a new type of fundamental particle similar to electrons. Later, it was confirmed by the discovery of anode rays. As for the two new elements, I found traces of the new elements based on the experimental basis of the analysis of radioactive materials that you temporarily put aside. "
Seeing that Fernando's face relaxed, Lucien could guess what was on his mind. He could not help but shake his head slightly. This new domain would be more subversive than any other before, because it would overturn the macroscopic cognition of sorcerers and their philosophical worldview.
Fernando had already seen the "proton" part. He sighed and said, "If it weren't for your light quantum hypothesis, Hathaway and I would have shifted the focus of the experiment and temporarily put down the experiment of analyzing radioactive materials, maybe we would have already found traces of new elements …" He conveniently erased his praise for his student.
Then, he turned to the corresponding part of the paper and browsed through the basic data such as the atomic weight of the two new elements. His face became solemn again. "This almost means that they are formed from the decay of the original elements. It can be considered as opening a corner of the forbidden zone of the gods. No wonder you named it New Alchemy."
"Actually, combined with the previous discovery of the proton, we can already construct a theoretical system to explain the change of matter," Lucien added without changing his expression.
Fernando raised his head abruptly, countless electric sparks flashing in his bright red eyes. The immense pressure completely enshrouded Lucien. "Do you understand what you are saying?"
Before, Lucien was very cautious, and he used words such as "involved" and "perhaps". Fernando did not care, because this new domain would indeed involve the change of matter. However, now, he claimed that he had already constructed a theoretical system.
If it was called a system, it would not be just one or two hypotheses!
"Yes, I do," Lucien answered calmly.
Fernando still asked seriously, "Do you understand that this is really entering the forbidden zone of the gods and trying to take the power of creation into the hands of human beings?"
"Yes," Lucien answered briefly but firmly.
Fernando asked again sternly, "Then do you understand what it represents?"
"Yes, I do. It's enough to change the era, the title of grand arcanist." Lucien looked straight into his teacher's eyes, "But I'm just building a theoretical system, and the specific experiments can only be done when the level of magic and alchemy is improved. I think it will take a long time for me to verify it."
Fernando closed his eyes and continued reading Lucien's paper without saying a word. When he saw the prediction about the existence of neutrons, he nodded slightly, "Reasonable prediction. This way, the fundamental differences of different elements will be revealed. It can explain the periodic law of elements and the phenomena of the same elements, and it's already inclusive of the current elemental system. Now, we only need to wait for the discovery of neutrons. With the direction of the theoretical prediction, the method of bombardment of helium particles will be discovered in less than five years. "
"Mr. Fernando, you also admit that bombardment of particles can be a common experiment method?" Lucien asked expectantly.
Fernando stared at him, "Didn't you admit it a long time ago? The reason why your magic tower is so slow is that you're adding similar magic circles, right? "
"Mr. Fernando, you know about it?" Lucien was a bit surprised. He did not expect that his teacher would visit his unfinished magic tower.
"Two semi-circular hollow metal boxes engraved with magic circles, silver in color, and indescribable feeling." Fernando would never admit that he secretly cared about his student. He described the underground part of Lucien's magic tower and said, "I can guess what you're going to do."
"Electromagnetic cyclotron. It can accelerate particles like electrons every half circle, so they can gain more energy and have a better bombardment effect …" Lucien briefly introduced the design concept, "Theoretically, it can be accelerated to any high energy, but due to the influence of many factors, it can only be accelerated within a certain range. However, the particles with higher energy will also have a better bombardment effect than before."
Lucien was a bit vague. He could not say that it was limited by the effect of the relativity theory.
"Any high energy, particle bombardment … I'm more and more convinced that you're going to destroy the world …" Fernando repeated the key words and rubbed his eyebrows, "But it's an idea worth promoting. I need to set up one in my demiplane laboratory too."
He was also a maniac in experiments.
"When I become a legend, have my own demiplane, and have enough energy, I'm going to set up a large-scale particle collision device." Lucien did not mind showing his "ideal" and "enthusiasm" in front of his teacher.
Fernando smiled and continued to review the paper. With the model of the internal structure of protons, neutrons, and electrons, as well as the proof of the decay phenomenon, Fernando was no longer surprised by Lucien's theory. When he saw that Lucien introduced the concept of quantization into the electron orbit, he clenched his teeth and said, "Before Brook's experiment proved the light quantum hypothesis, I would've scolded you. But now, since light can be quantized, it's not that hard to accept that the electron orbit can be quantized as well."
Lucien smiled but did not say anything. This was the opportunity that he had been waiting for.
"However, it's still hard to believe that electrons can jump through space without passing through the middle. Is it because of a special property?" Fernando explained the concept of orbital jump with his own understanding.
Lucien thought that Fernando would roar at the discontinuous concept of space jump, but he forgot that there was such a phenomenon as space jump in this world, which made it easier for sorcerers to accept such descriptions. So he said in a low voice, "It's a natural conclusion after quantization. I don't know the reason yet."
Fernando only skimmed through the few predictions he made based on the model and continued reading. It was not until he finished reading the discussion on the relationship between the outer electrons and the alchemical reaction and the nature of ionization and the valence state of atoms that he put down the paper and said in a rather solemn tone, "Your 'new alchemy' system is still contradictory to the classical electromagnetic theory, and there may be some modifications. However, I have preliminary approval on the two aspects of the nuclear structure and the material changes, and the extraterritorial electrons and the alchemical reaction."
"Alchemy has been around since human beings learned magic, but you're the first person who really pointed out what alchemy is!"
Fernando rarely praised anyone in such a way. Lucien blushed. However, the Congress' development in the field of 'alchemy' was indeed weird. They were almost at the level of material change, but the structure and synthesis of organic matter were still in the elementary level.
"After your theory was proposed, the school of alchemy was really included in the elemental system. If Hathaway can digest your theory and perfect it, it won't take many years for her to reach the peak of legendary." Fernando said with mixed feelings.
Lucien was more concerned about his teacher. "What about you, master?"
"Me? I'm good at too many fields, and my advancement has always been slow. Also, the atomic structure and the material change are not deeply related to my legendary class. I can only reach the peak of legendary if the material change is related to energy outburst and high temperature. " Fernando mocked himself. He knew the consequences of being good at too many fields and being distracted all the time.
"Oh," Lucien replied, but did not say anything more.
Fernando looked at him thoughtfully. "After your theoretical system is proved, modified, and perfected, you should be able to gradually obtain the magic patterns on material change through the interaction between your cognitive world and the real world. Then, you can gradually create your own legendary class. Judging from the nature of your theoretical system, perhaps when you become a top legend or a 'demigod', you will be able to directly manipulate the fundamental particles and energy to form all kinds of materials. Therefore, your title will be 'Creator'. "
"Isn't it a challenge to the Church?" Lucien smiled. If he could really manipulate the fundamental particles and energy, wouldn't he be able to complete the fusion reaction? By then, should he be called the Creator or the Lord of Destruction?
Creation and destruction, from the perspective of fundamental particles, were two sides of the same coin in the first place.
Fernando looked at Lucien in amusement. "You proposed the system of 'new alchemy' and declared that you were about to enter the forbidden zone of gods. Is it not a challenge to the Church?"
"Let's go to Douglas with the paper. Then, we'll make plans and try to strike the Church before they are infuriated. Hehe. They've had too much fun watching the opera these days! "