Theory of Everything — Ayreon 万物理论 剧情梗概 能解释一切的理论，加上不世出的天才，看起来是段完美的结合，对吧？ 世上可没有如此美好的事。 一出围绕着「万物理论」的悲剧，即将上演。 演唱阵容(依照出场顺序排列) The Teacher 「老师」：JB Christoffersson The Girl 「女孩」：Sara Squadrani The Father 「父亲」：Michael Mills The Mother 「母亲」：Cristina Scabbia The Prodigy 「神童」：Tommy Karevik The Rival 「劲敌」：Marco Hietala The Psychiatrist 「精神科医师」：John Wetton Phase I：Singularity 第一阶段：稀世奇才 连结：https://youtu.be/xnPKmbK8P64 01. Prologue: The Blackboard 章之一：序幕—黑板 "8:49 this morning The dew of morning still glistens on the salt grass that grows along the foundation of the old lighthouse. It isn't in active service anymore, but has been renovated to serve as a private dwelling. 上午8:49分， 这是一座旧到地基已经浮现的灯塔。 地基上长满了盐草，盐草上淌着朝露，闪烁着微光。 旧灯塔已经失去了指引的功能，被改建成为私宅。 High in the tower inside, a young man is slumped on the floor in the corner of the room, apparently in some kind of trance. Somebody has put a blanket over him. He is deadly pale, but the steady, almost imperceptible rise and fall of his chest shows that he still clings to life. Standing next to him are a young woman and an older man. Both are obviously shocked and distressed. 灯塔的顶楼，倒着一位神色恍惚的年轻男子。 有人为他盖了一件毛毯。 男子面如死灰，只剩那稳定却微弱的心跳在替他的生命做最後挣扎。 在他身旁，站着一位年轻女子与一位年长男人，两人脸上都充满了震惊与悲痛。 Their frequent glances toward the door give the impression that they're waiting for someone who is yet to arrive. On the wall next to them is a blackboard covered with impenetrable mathematical equations. The older man is holding a crumpled piece of paper - it appears to be a note scribbled in haste by an unsteady hand. What follows here is the story of what happened." 双方皆不时地往门的方向看，彷佛在等待什麽人的到来。 身边壁上挂着一面黑板，写满了艰涩难懂的数学方程式。 男人手里紧握着一张纸，上头的笔迹十分潦草，似乎是在仓促之下手抖的结果。 接下来，便是造成这一切的故事。 [Teacher] Will we ever understand This complex genius This visionary thinker Will we ever get this close again Uniting the forces Of our universe 老师： 我们是否能够理解 这位难懂的天才 这位有远见的思想家 我们是否能再次触及 那股天地万物皆准的力量 [Girl] Will we ever understand His isolation Or his sense of wonder We will never get this close again It’s been too long... I think he’s gone 女孩： 我们是否能够体会 他的孤寂 或那种莫名的感受 我们再也不能得到答案 已经过了太久 我想他已撒手人寰... 2. The Theory of Everything part 1 章之二：万物理论第一部 "11 years earlier The Father, a brilliant scientist, has devoted his life to finding the Theory of Everything, the equation that will fully explain and unite all physical forces of the universe. He's obsessively working day and night; unaware that his wife and introverted son need far more attention that he has been giving them. The Mother has always supported her husband's scientific pursuits, but the strain of dealing with their asocial child's special needs has worn her down to the point of desperation." 11年前 这位父亲，是一位杰出的科学家，毕生的追求就是找出「万物理论」。 所谓万物理论，是一道不论在任何时空下，都能解释所有物理现象的终极方程式。 凭着对科学的狂热，加上妻子的支持，他日以继夜地钻研艰涩的学问。 然而，小孩的诞生，却造成妻子的不安。 原来两人爱的结晶，是一位自闭症儿童。 妻子苦心照顾他，丈夫却始终对儿子不闻不问。 长期的压力之下，妻子终於崩溃，坠入了绝望的谷底。 [Father] I'm so close to the answer A dazzling symphony of cosmic strings I feel the pulse, vibrating just out of reach The music of space One single master equation Unification of the great and small I hear the notes but the arrangement is wrong And I'm starting to doubt, but I can't give up now I'm so near 父亲： 我将要得到答案了 那是一首耀眼夺目、有关宇宙带的交响曲 我感觉到差之毫厘的脉动 属於宇宙的阳春雪白 独一无二的终极方程式 搭起了宇宙和夸克的桥梁 音符就在耳际，然而编曲却有误 我有些怀疑其是否真实存在，但眼看就要完成了，我怎能放弃！ [Mother] Can't you see that I need you out here? And what about our boy? I think he's got something to give What secrets lie... beyond these hollow eyes? 母亲： 你看不出来我需要你吗？ 还有我们的孩子，该如何是好？ 他那空洞的双眼，到底隐藏了什麽秘密，又有什麽话要吐露？ [Father] I'm sorry you feel neglected But it's clear that you don't understand I'm aware, and I want to be there I just need some more time, for the answer is blindingly near 父亲： 拍谢啦让你觉得被忽视 但很明显地，你根本不懂 我可不同，我是如此博学，我要到达彼端 只是尚需一些时间搜索那离我极其近的答案 [Mother] Are you trying to drive us away Just when we need you most? You might find he's got something to give What secrets lie... beyond these eyes? 母亲： 就在我们最需要的时候 你要弃我们不顾吗？ 若是你，一定能够发现他的能力 那些隐藏在这双眼之後的秘密 03. Patterns 章之三：模式 "The son is so withdrawn because his mind is overwhelmed by analyzing the chaotic stimuli of the world around him, and the mathematical patterns he sees in everything - even in nature. His brain seems to operate on a completely different level than other people's. There is something very special about him, indeed." [Instrumental] 这孩子如此孤僻，是有原因的。 他的脑袋运作方式异於常人。 他所感觉到的外界事物－即便是大自然，都是数学模型与分析後的结果 (chaotic stimuli应该是脑神经科学里的专有名词，此处文意是指我们看美景会觉得漂 亮，闻花会觉得香，吃蜂蜜会觉得甜，是这些"刺激"经过五官的接收，传递到脑中而产生 "漂亮、""香"、"甜"的"感觉"。然而主角却不同，这些"刺激"传递到他脑中後得到的是 "组成"、"结构"等内容) 很显然的，他有着某种过人之处。 [乐器曲] 04. The Prodigy’s World 章之四：神童的世界 "The Mother is determined to connect with the Prodigy, but he is completely unresponsive. He is simply incapable of relating to her emotionally, even though on some level he wants to. 母亲执意要与神童交流，然而对方却丝毫没有反应。 情绪上他就是无法理解，尽管某部分的他是想要的。 [Mother] Talk to me [Prodigy] I know you’re there, but I won’t see you I hear your voice but it can’t reach me 母亲： 跟我说说话 神童： 我知道你在那，但我看不见你 你的声音，有如耳边风 [Mother] Let me in [Prodigy] It all seems so trivial In the scheme of things 母亲： 让我了解你 神童： 巨观而言，这一切一点也不重要 [Mother] Talk to me [Prodigy] I feel your touch but it can't move me I hear your words but they confuse me 母亲： 跟我说说话 神童： 对於你的接触，我不为所动 你的话语只会令我困扰 [Mother] Let me in [Prodigy] It all comes to nothing In the scheme of things 母亲： 让我亲近你 神童： 这样发展下去 是得不到结果的 Patterns emerge in nature's dance Numbers are born in the wheel of chance Why do I see this? What does it mean to me? 大自然中浮现数学模型 命中注定与数字为伍 为什麽我看得到？ 这是什麽意思？ A grand design in all its majesty Vibrating strings, quantum gravity Why was I chosen? What does it mean to me? Tell me why! 感受大设计的宏伟 振动的宇宙带，引力的量子化 为何是我？ 这有什麽意义？ 告诉我为什麽! (歌词中的grand design应该是来自Stephen Hawking与Leonard Mlodinow的科学着作 The Grand Design，中文译名为大设计，内容是关於天文物理学。) 05. The Teacher's Discovery 章之五：老师的发现 "7 years ago As the students work on a test in science class, a gust of wind from the open window blows a paper full of math equations off the Teacher's desk. Unnoticed by the teacher, it lands at the Prodigy's feet. Already having finished the test, he picks up the paper. His face lights up as he begins writing." 七年前 自然课，考试中。 窗外的一阵风吹落老师桌上的一张纸，一张写满数学方程式的纸。 它飘到了神童的脚边，老师却没有发现。 已经写完考卷的神童将纸捡了起来。 喜形於色的他，开始振笔疾书。 [Teacher] I can't believe… this can't be true. How could you know? I've tried to solve this For as long as I recall Is this your work? Be honest now How did you do it? I'm not angry, boy But I really need to know 老师： 我简直不敢相信，这…这不是真的 你怎麽可能会？ 自我有记忆以来，就一直在试着解决纸上的公式 说实话，这是你做的吗？ 怎麽办到的？ 孩子，我不是在生气 但是我须要知道 [Prodigy] I'm sorry, sir, I can't explain It's the way I've always been You see, the numbers just appear Before my eyes 神童： 对不起，老师，我无法解释 一直以来我就是如此 我一看到，数字便在眼前浮现 您能懂吗？ [Rival] Don't believe him, no! He's envious! I've felt it from the start In every class, I've always been the genius And he just wants to be like me Don't let him deceive you He's nothing but a fake A sad pretender Trying to take my place Don't let him deceive you He’s nothing but a fake A sad pretender A total waste of space 劲敌： 不，不要相信他！ 他只是在嫉妒我，一开始我就知道了 一直以来我都是班上的唯一天才 他只是想要成为我而已 别让他欺骗了你 他不过是一个假货 一个可悲的伪装者 企图夺走我的地位 别让他欺骗了你 他仅仅是一个仿造品 一个可悲的伪装者 这个宇宙的废物 06. Love and Envy 章之六：爱与妒 "Why is the Rival constantly bullying the Prodigy? And why is the Girl compelled to protect him?" 为什麽这位劲敌要不停的霸凌神童？又为什麽这位女孩不得不保护他呢？ [Girl] Why do you torment him, are you jealous? There must be a reason you’re so cruel What have you got against him? Does he scare you? What did he ever do to you? 女孩： 你为何要折磨他？是因为嫉妒吗？ 如此残忍，一定有某种理由。 这麽做你究竟得到了什麽？ 他令你感到恐惧吗？ 他对你做了什麽？ [Rival] Oh no, I can’t believe You’re falling for this loser Oh no, I thought you knew That I am so much cooler! 劲敌： 噢不，我不敢相信 你迷上了这个鲁蛇 天啊，我以为你看得出来 我比他更有魅力 [Girl] Why do you despise him, are you frightened? Are you being driven by your pride? I think you feel threatened by his brilliance But still you admire him, deep inside 女孩： 你为什麽要鄙视他，你在害怕？ 难道是自尊放不下的缘故吗？ 我想绝顶聪明的他一定让你倍感威胁 但你内心深处却是敬佩着他，对吧？ [Rival] Oh no, I can’t believe You’re falling for this loser Oh no, I thought you know That I am so much cooler! Oh no, I always thought That we should be together Oh no, I really think That you can do so much better 劲敌： 噢不，真是难以置信 你迷上了这个鲁蛇 天啊，我以为你看得出来 我比他更有魅力 噢不，我一直认为 我们应该是天生一对 啧，以你的程度 应该能理解才对啊 07. Progressive Waves 章之七：行波 [Instrumental] [乐器曲] 08. The Gift 章之八：天赋 "The Teacher visits the Father, bringing him surprising news about his son." 老师拜访了父亲，告诉他关於孩子的惊人事实。 [Teacher] I'm glad you could meet me I'm here about your son I've never seen a mind like his Especially so young He's got a gift for numbers Never known before An outstanding genius Who shouldn't be ignored 老师： 很高兴能与您见面 想跟您谈论您的儿子 我从未见过这样的才智 尤其是这个年纪 他拥有前所未闻的数学天赋 是位不该被忽视的绝顶天才 [Father] You must be mistaken He's useless and he's weak I see no sign of genius The boy can hardly speak st sits there, lifeless For hours at a time No expression on his face His eyes staring into space! 父亲： 你一定是搞错了 那小子既无用又软弱 我看不到你所谓的天赋 他连讲话都有困难呢 他只会毫无生气坐在那儿 一次就是好几个小时 没有任何表情 双眼放空 [Teacher] How can you be so heartless There must be so much more that we can do 老师： 你怎能如此无情？ 我们能做的，一定有很多 [Father] Who are you to judge me, You don't even know what we've been through! 父亲： 你凭什麽指责我？ 你根本不知道我们经历了什麽！ [Teacher] Just give him more attention You'll see there's more to him than meets the eye 老师： 只要多给他一些关注 你会见识到远超出表面的他 [Father] Fine! I'll try to help the child Better not wasting my time! 父亲： 好啦！我会试着帮他 最好不要是浪费时间 09. The Eleventh Dimension 章之九：第十一象限 [Instrumental] [乐器曲] 10. Inertia 章之十：惯性 "5 years ago The Prodigy wants to improve his relationship with his Father, but doesn't know how to reach out." 五年前 神童想要与父亲更加亲近，却不知道怎麽做才对。 [Prodigy] Are you trying to drive me away? Just when I need you most. I think... I've got something to give I just don't know... how... 神童： 您要抛弃我吗？ 就在我最需要您的时候 我觉得...我能有些作为 只是不知道...要怎麽做... 11. The Theory of Everything part 2 章之十一：万物理论第二部 "The Mother and the Father agree to enlist an outside expert to help with their son, but their motivations to do so couldn't be more different." 夫妻二人一致同意要徵求专家的协助，然而双方的动机却是南辕北辙。 [Mother] We need to take him to therapy Help him function in society 母亲： 我们得带他去看医生 帮助他能融入社会 [Father] It's worth a try, who knows... He could help me complete The Theory Of Everything 父亲： 值得一试吧，天知道... 也许他能帮助我完成 万物理论 [Mother and father] A future to build A role to fulfill Something to give A reason to live 父母： 建立一个未来 一个适合的定位 有所作为 拥有生存的理由 --

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