Chapter 7 The Mist is Thick

"I did not win, and you did not lose." In the dock, Francis brewed a pot of hot coffee, "But I think this beautiful young lady did not come to discuss how to become a drenched chicken with me"

This is actually quite simple. Xu Jiarui sat in the middle, wrapping his arms around the two of them, "Such a clichéd novel plot is actually being reenacted in our lives. Perhaps we, or you and An Yi, are direct blood relatives. Tian En must have discovered some family scandal and was silenced by my family's leader. However, this statement raises the question of whether it is disrespectful to your parents or to my parents.

Tianwang, Anyi, I love you. Trust me, this is not a selfish decision. " Tian'en's voice gradually lowered, finally fading into a background of rustling sounds

Unrivaled

I just don't want to know how she is doing now

"We mean no harm," Shen Tianwang said, "I simply hope to converse with you as a friend"

I once made a copy for Xu Zongyang. "Shen Tianwang said, "He did not provide any explanation"

Of course, before he left, he and I were in the same project team. His departure was not particularly glorious, so it is also normal that he did not inform his friends

Su Anyi and Shen Tianwang simultaneously reached out and pushed him down onto the sofa

On the second day, she took the book, along with her diligent spirit, and took the subway to New York University to seek out Francis

No wonder the department is reluctant to comment much on his matters, Su Anyi nodded and said: "He is indeed sometimes too eager for quick success"

Mr. Otter, you are indeed very busy said Uthai with a smile It has taken you so long to wrap up three fish

However, Francis has always insisted that his conclusion is perfect, and fortunately, he is an expert in studying the ocean currents of the Pacific Rim, which allows him to accept that his research institution is quite numerous. However, it is said that he is not very successful in Boston and often goes rowing in the Charles River

Also need to adjust the barbecue sauce

Su Anyi saw from a distance that it was the two individuals who had left the dock earlier. She hurriedly ran along the riverbank, startling a large group of Canadian geese on the lawn. The middle-aged man with dark skin had already brought his kayak to shore, extending a long paddle to drag the person who had fallen into the water to the bank. His hands and feet were covered in river mud, his lips were frozen and pale, and his sword-like brows were tightly furrowed: "I lost"

Although it is only a little over four hours' drive away, early spring in Boston is much colder than in New York. Standing at the dock by the river, Su Anyi couldn't help but shiver and tightened her scarf around her neck. After some effort, she found Francis's laboratory and learned that he had arranged to meet friends for a single scull race on the river. She hurried to the dock and watched helplessly as two single sculls drifted downstream, disappearing around the bend in the river.

It is rather interesting that someone is keeping an eye on my younger sister right under my nose. Hey, tell me, is it possible that your fiancée, Zhan Huiyan, sent them?" Xu Jiarui scoffed, "I told you long ago, that woman has too small a mind.

Oh? How could you say that...

Francis smiled slyly: "I believe you, but that does not necessarily mean I can answer your question"

So, do you know whether the turbulence near Qingye Wan is periodic and seasonal, or difficult to predict

Qiao turned the grilled fish over without saying a word

The holiday has come to an end, and Su Anyi has returned to school to report back. She is disinterested in her studies, daydreaming in class and being inattentive while searching for materials in the library, even typing the words "Sucha Islands" into the search box. Her curiosity piqued, she decided to search further, and surprisingly, the library has three books about the Sucha Islands. The first is a self-guided travel guide, the second is a tropical marine biology atlas, and the third is a quarterly journal from the atmospheric and oceanic sciences department published three years ago. She borrowed all three books, along with several professional books needed for her discussion classes, and took them back to her apartment.

She is indeed a person of unwavering perseverance

Thinking of the time spent sitting and shaking hands with him in the hospital, my heart unexpectedly skipped a beat. Su Anyi feigned calmness and replied nonchalantly, "Alright"

Su Anyi couldn't help but smile, thinking, I still prefer Vera Wang

Su Anyi stopped in her tracks behind Tian Wang and said: "Do you suspect that my elder brother predicted six years ago that there would be turbulence near Sucha Island, which is why he took Sister Tian'en there?"

Su Anyi sat for only a moment: "You all take your time chatting, I still have to go to class"

Shen Tianwang turned to the side and said, "I just want to know the truth of the matter"

Shen Tianwang nodded

There is nothing to know. She wanted to go to Aoyemaru, so I took her there; I had nothing else to say to her

"It's settled with a word." Shen Tianwang pulled away the velvet blanket wrapped around him, feeling the chill in his thin clothing, and was about to head out the door

This is also the aspect that piques my curiosity

This is precisely the purpose of my visit to you. Su Anyi got straight to the point, "I wonder what your thoughts are on Sucha Island..."

However, he left New York University two years ago and is currently employed at a research institute in Boston. Su Anyi held the quarterly publication and wanted to ask if anyone was familiar with its related content, but was politely declined by the staff in the department. She felt somewhat disappointed and paced back and forth in the corridor. A Chinese international student walked past her, constantly turning back to look at her, suddenly stopped, and exclaimed in Chinese: "Ah, you are Anna Sui!"

Francis spoke eloquently about his area of expertise, illustrating on paper: "Beneath the turbulent vortex, there should exist a wave source. The data analysis results indicate several possibilities, the most significant being the atoll near Sucha Island; the other is the current location of the Aoi Maru. However, the first observation of the turbulence occurred before the Aoi Maru was displaced, so I am more inclined towards that atoll, which I have named the Moon of Glass."

It is too late. Upon hearing the words "Soocha Island," Francis retracted his smile. "Young man, you have come for this purpose as well, haven't you?" He turned to Shen Tianwang, "It is not merely a matter of wanting to compete in rowing with me."

Then forget it, Su Anyi said, I will talk to Wu Tai again

She sighed and said, "Shen Tianwang, the current you has become like a stranger."

"That's right, I apologize, I can't remember those names... So you are a student at our school!" The boy said excitedly, "My wife really likes you; she uses your style as a reference when buying clothes"

I have been back for two years, yet you have never mentioned it? Oh, you have always assumed that my eldest brother is coveting wealth and status, haven't you? So why bring up old matters again now?

We have been here before. Six years ago, we drove from Boston to Washington to visit universities and help me choose a school. You said you wanted to work in New York, so I followed you from California to the East Coast. Now I am in New York, but what about you?" She pointed at the towering buildings in the distance, "Sometimes I feel that these massive structures of steel and concrete are quite terrifying; they are like monsters that can swallow even human hearts. As a result, the people around us are becoming increasingly indifferent.

I am going to class, you all take your time to ponder. Su Anyi stood up and left

Shen Tianwang grasped her wrist and squeezed it tightly

Su Anyi pressed for an answer: "What kind of conclusion?"

Initially, we undertook a project to analyze the ocean current data provided by the client. However, the client cited part of the data in their own article, specifically from the quarterly publication you are holding. The client was very dissatisfied and withdrew their funding, leading to the project's stagnation. A paper we wrote based on the analysis results was originally set to be published in "Nature," but it was also retracted for reasons related to the inability to reproduce the initial model fitting results, as there were discrepancies between the data cited in the paper and the original data. Francis was responsible for the most fundamental steps of data analysis. He admitted that, in pursuit of a more perfect result, he discarded some of the noisy data.

"I do not understand your academic research at all," Su Anyi stepped forward, "Please forgive me, I cannot elaborate on the details with you. However, for me, some answers are as important as life itself. You must be well aware of how painful it is to be doubted and alienated; moreover, it is even more distressing when two people who once mattered greatly to each other can no longer trust one another." She turned to gaze at Shen Tianwang, "I do not know if you can resolve our doubts, but if you choose to remain silent, I will have no more chances. I can go swimming with Tianwang if that would earn you more trust."

In simple terms, these are waves that occur below sea level. They are similar to surface waves but possess greater power. The generation of internal waves requires stratification of seawater density, with a relative density difference of more than 0.1%, along with external disturbances, which can lead to the formation of internal waves; sometimes, this is also related to the underwater topography. The layers above and below the internal waves generate powerful and fast-moving currents. There have been instances where submarines encountered strong internal waves while navigating, causing them to plunge into the deep sea and be crushed by water pressure.

Xu Jiarui's evaluation clearly indicates that one does not shed tears until one sees the coffin

Fate has become a scattered puzzle before her, leaving her unable to find a point of leverage to resist. The most crucial piece is already missing, and that is Shen Tian'en

Is it to use friendship as leverage, forcing a friend to discuss topics he does not wish to?" Francis stood up and opened the door, "I apologize, although my academic integrity has been called into question, I will not engage in discussions with those who lack sincerity.

The direction of the river is merely superficial; there are also subtle changes in the water flow and the coordination of the frequency and amplitude of the paddling, and these relationships are very nuanced. " Francis pointed to his own head with his index finger, "Do not forget, studying water flow is my specialty.

Xu Jiarui stood beside him, watching his younger sister wander aimlessly on the street, his gaze suddenly sharpening: "Someone is following An Yi." He pointed behind them, where two individuals were alternating between quick and slow steps, trailing Su An Yi as she headed towards Central Park

I was born nearby. Francis sat down again, "You all come back, it's just too dull for me alone, joking with you. After graduating from university, I worked in the Philippines, studying the Kuroshio Current, and during that time, I returned to visit friends and family, and along the way, I conducted some small projects with nearby research institutions. After that, I came to the United States, but I still kept in touch with them through letters. A few years ago, I received a letter saying that the Aoba Maru had been taken to the edge of an underwater cliff. We suspect it is due to internal ocean waves, but we lack sufficient data.

It seems that you have all heard of this legend on Sucha Island. Francis remarked with a smile, "The child of the sea, coming from the glass moon, and the soul will return there. Using this name to represent the source of the deadly descent is quite fitting, isn't it"

Su Anyi made an excuse to attend class, merely wanting to take a break. She bought a sandwich and sat on the lush green grass of Central Park, lost in thought. In her bag were various materials about Su Cha Island, but she couldn't sort through them. She opened the travel guide, tracing the lines of text, as if she were back on the warm sandy beach with the sea breeze. "The locals are leisurely and friendly," she recalled the coldness and seriousness on Qiao's face, and couldn't help but laugh out loud, then dialed a phone call to Wu Tai.

Utai arrived in the kitchen, where Qiao Zheng placed the sea fish wrapped in banana leaves on the grill

What are internal waves? Su Anyi asked

Xu Jiarui held onto his younger sister: "Aren't you curious about what Tian Wang brought? I thought you would be very interested"

"The Moon of Glazed Tile!" Su Anyi and Shen Tianwang exclaimed in unison, exchanging a surprised glance.

Francis shook his head: "It is not periodic, but it is not necessarily difficult to predict. It appears to be a random process, but if there is enough data, perhaps patterns can be discovered. You must be aware of the unpleasant incident regarding the paper data from two or three years ago. I cited someone else's data because I had never seen so much satellite remote sensing and radar mapping data concerning the vicinity of Sucha Island. Although the data provider did not specify where the samples were collected, I had previously studied the nearby waters and was very familiar with the terrain there, which is why I cited part of the conclusions in my paper. I admit that there were many subjective considerations in processing the data, but this would yield a perfect analysis of the water flow around Sucha Island—if only I had a bit more data, just a little more, I could model and analyze the source of the internal waves. But at that moment, our project was canceled. The paper that was supposed to be published was also withdrawn. I admit that there were many subjective considerations in processing the data, but this would yield a perfect analysis of the water flow around Sucha Island—if only I had a bit more data, just a little more, I could model and analyze the source of the internal waves. But at that moment, our project was canceled. The paper that was supposed to be published was also withdrawn. In fact, that conclusion is quite interesting."

"Are you crazy?" Shen Tianwang pressed down on her shoulder, "Do you know what the water temperature is now? Stay here, don't go anywhere."

Oh. Also, her ex-boyfriend seems to have understood the explanation and should have reconciled with her. Uthai shrugged, "Pakun asked her when she would return, but Angela did not say. Perhaps she will never come back."

Oh, I was just here to see an old friend, but unfortunately, he has already left. Su Anyi thought for a moment, "Originally, there was a new collection launch event, and I wanted to invite him to attend. Since that is not possible, it would be better to send the invitation to you and your husband instead. Please do come and support us when the time comes." She noted down the young man's name and address, saying she would send the invitation over. After chatting casually for a while, she asked, "Do you know Francis, who has a doctor's degree? Actually, he is a friend of my brother's. We haven't been in touch much over the past two years, and I thought he was still in New York."

Su Anyi has never been one to back down. She does not remain despondent for long, striving in every possible way to resist fate, even if it means suffering injuries herself and inflicting harm on others. As long as there is a breath left in her, she will never give up hope

Is it sufficient to move the sunken ship

Angela asked about your injuries. She is worried that you have been drinking too much and exposed to too much wind

Oh

When faced with the vast river, the migrating lemmings will leap into the water one after another, using their bodies to build a bridge

For Su Anyi, the Journal of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences is nothing short of a cryptic text, filled with various terms she does not recognize and convoluted abstract formulas, many of which are symbols she has never encountered before. She is only interested in a section about Su Cha Island, which she locates through the index. The full text discusses the use of a new model to simulate changes in the Kuroshio current's path, with only a brief line mentioning a branch that intersects with the cold current near Su Cha Island, bringing abundant fish resources. Even the narrative text feels awkward to Su Anyi; she does not care about the principles behind those mathematical models, but the phrase 'seasonal turbulence' catches her attention. The author is a visiting scholar at New York University, Dr. Francis.

I am more rational than ever. When I encountered turbulence on the Aobamaru, I truly thought I would die there. But I have no regrets at all, because I know that if I do nothing, I will truly regret it later.

As night fell after emerging from the dock, the magnificent lights of Boston's skyscrapers shimmered across the Charles River, reflecting like a myriad of stars.

First, I took a look at the self-guided travel guide, which contained only a few brief words about Koh Tao, yet all were filled with praise. It described the pristine, fine white sands generously bestowed by nature, the crystal-clear and elegant waters, and the leisurely and friendly locals, portraying it as a tranquil paradise. The marine life atlas at hand was from a seasoned underwater photographer who had visited nearly all the renowned diving spots in the world. Among the images was a photo of a leaf scorpionfish, with a large orange sea fan extending from the side of the boat, concealing a tiny seahorse the size of a grain of rice. On the back of the atlas was the photographer's personal website. Su Anyi casually opened the page and left a message: "This must be a photo of the leaf scorpionfish from several years ago; it now resembles a different world, more like a place where sea monsters might appear."

Su Anyi slowed her pace, unable to express whether she was surprised or delighted, as she removed her scarf and tiptoed to drape it over his head. He slightly tilted his head, not moving away.

Su Anyi had thought countless times about how she would pour out her heart, filled with tears and sorrow, if she ever had the chance to be alone with Shen Tianwang. She imagined how she would reminisce about all the sweet and happy moments they shared, how she would hit him, scold him, and blame him, as well as embrace him, kiss him, and seduce him. Which of these would not be a passionate act that would turn her into ashes? Yet at this moment, she could stand before Shen Tianwang so calmly, without raising her voice or making a scene, feeling even weary of sadness and tears.

Silence, the river water flows quietly into the night

It is actually Shen Tianwang

Francis shook his head: "As far as I know, there is none. Moreover, the generation of ocean currents is influenced by many factors, and there are some data that we cannot obtain. No one can predict accurately; only God knows."

We Chinese have an old saying, even a powerful dragon cannot defeat a locally born snake

"If you want me to believe in your sincerity, then swim from this dock to the big bridge downstream and back, a distance of approximately 2 kilometers. I hope you can return before dinner."

She emerged from the dock and walked to a stone bridge, gazing downstream. Before long, two single-person rowing boats sped towards her, creating long ripples on the calm water. The tall rower led by half a boat length, occupying the center of the river; the slightly smaller rower adjusted his direction several dozen meters from the turn, executing a beautiful tangent while navigating through two bends, significantly shortening the distance, and quickly catching up. Naturally, the leader was unwilling to concede, so he also paddled and turned, causing the stern of his boat to collide violently with the bow of his opponent's boat. The two rowing boats began to sway, and the smaller rower nearly capsized; however, his opponent did not stand idly by, reaching out to grab his gunwale, but lost his balance and fell into the river.

The next day, the two returned to New York to meet Xu Jiarui together

"Did you go to Aoyemaru? Recently?" Francis raised an eyebrow, "What a brave, ha, reckless girl."

Pakun spoke a few words in the local language, then returned to the receiver: "He said he is very busy"

This silent and distant version of him is no longer the Shen Tianwang I remember

The Charles River flows into the Atlantic Ocean in Boston, with the southern shore near the mouth of the river being the city of Boston, while the northern shore is known as Cambridge. This name does not tarnish the reputation of the esteemed institutions of Great Britain, as Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are situated along the river. Both banks are dotted with numerous other colleges and research institutions. The river here is winding and meandering, broadening near the mouth, and has long been a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. In summer, the water sparkles, and sailboats dot the scene; rowing enthusiasts also paddle in the river. Every year, in late autumn when the maple leaves turn red, tens of thousands gather here for a grand regatta.

Because An Yi was unwilling to give up. Shen Tianwang looked down from the twelfth floor and recognized her figure among the surging crowd.

"My surname is indeed Su." She removed the scarf covering her head and smiled kindly, "Angela."

"Wow, it's the little sister from China, I thought you had forgotten everyone!" After just a few words, the other end of the phone became lively. It happened to be dinner time, and everyone was gathered together chatting, eager to speak with An Yi and asking how she had been lately. Pa Kun repeatedly inquired about the preparation methods of two Chinese dishes, mentioning that the monsoon season had recently ended, and tourists were gradually increasing, making the restaurants busier. He meticulously noted down the recipes and steps, feeling quite satisfied, when he suddenly remembered something and asked, "Hey, do you want to talk to Mr. Otter?"

However, the current situation has left her feeling confused

Shen Tianwang shot him a glance, somewhat unwillingly, and took out a tape: "A month after my sister went missing, I received her email, and based on the instructions within, I found this recording. The email was likely set to be sent at a scheduled time; if she returned safely, the sending would be canceled. At first, I was puzzled as to why she would leave such a message, but shortly thereafter, news broke about Xu Zongyang and Liang Huaying being very close, followed by their marriage announcement.

Shen Tianwang asked: "Do you know if anyone has conducted a similar analysis in the past and predicted the ocean current changes six years ago?"

"I feel the same way." Su Anyi gazed into his eyes, "Are you trying to prove that my elder brother is the murderer, so that you can become someone else's favored son-in-law without any guilt? Or, like me, do you hope that Xu Zongyang is innocent? I am even more curious, if this matter has nothing to do with my elder brother, what will you do?"

"It is I who have concealed my intentions. If you perceive this as a deception towards you, I sincerely apologize." Shen Tianwang bowed deeply.

Su Anyi shook her head: "I absolutely cannot do it; I will definitely crash into the shore"

It was just last month. You should be quite familiar with Koh Su Cha, right

The 60-minute long recording tape contains only a few minutes of messages, but it is evident that it was recorded in several sessions. Shen Tian'en's emotions are very unstable, and she breaks down in tears while speaking. As Tianwang mentioned, she said that if any unforeseen circumstances occur, she would plead with her life for Tianwang and Anyi to be separated.

Xu Jiarui listened to the tape again: "Is there no other content at the end?"