Core of the Sage.

Summary

Du Yu presented the Ma Qing formula for π, discovered by John Ma Qing in 1706, which calculates π to 100 digits. Using simple trigonometric identities, he proved the formula, astonishing fellow mathematicians who struggled to understand it. Despite their confusion, a celestial phenomenon confirmed Du Yu's achievement, marking him as a significant figure in mathematics. As word spread, his peers felt both awe and jealousy, particularly Tang Ning, who plotted against him, driven by envy of Du Yu's newfound recognition and success. The event not only shook the mathematical community but also ignited a fierce competition among scholars.

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