I said.
"The problem I want to present to Dalnea-sama is precisely this proof. To organize it, may I write the problem content below?"
After that preface, I wrote the problem statement on the parchment.
'When n is a natural number of 3 or greater,
a^n + b^n = c^n
Prove that no natural numbers a, b, c exist that satisfy this equation.'
"Please solve it within one hour. If you can't... you'll transfer the manuscripts, right?"
Honestly, this is a mean trick.
Because there's absolutely no way to solve this problem in just one hour.
This proof problem is called [Fermat's Last Theorem], a super difficult mathematical problem.
With difficult math problems, often you can't even understand what the problem statement means.
However, Fermat's Last Theorem is characterized by having a very understandable problem statement.
At first glance, it has such a simple atmosphere you wouldn't be surprised to see it on a student exam.
Yet, from when Fermat discovered this proof problem in the 17th century, for nearly 300 years, no genius could solve it.
Therefore, solving this in one hour is absolutely impossible.
Duke Dalnea said.
"I see... I apologize for underestimating you as just an alchemist. This proof problem is remarkably interesting."
She stated with an intrigued expression.
Continuing arrogantly.
"But I can solve any problem within an hour. There's no mathematics in this world that I can't solve."
Dalnea-sama declared confidently.
Is it really okay to act so cocky...
Well, I'll let her try her best.
Princess Charlotte said.
"Then we'll wait in another room. Could you prepare tea and sweets?"
"Yes. Ask the butler about those matters."
"Understood."
We left the office.