Ch. 701Let's Get Married

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Qin arrives to 'snatch' Feng Nanshu from her bridal room, with her aunt's blessing.
  • The couple exchanges vows and rings at their wedding ceremony, attended by prominent figures from business and politics.
  • Feng Nanshu officially joins the Jiang family after serving tea to her in-laws.

Character Developments

  • Feng Nanshu: Eager to marry Jiang Qin, she's nervous yet excited about her wedding.
  • Jiang Qin: Publicly declares his love for Feng Nanshu, stating that marrying her is the most fulfilling thing he's ever done.
  • Qin Jingqiu: Shows support for her niece's marriage, giving her away and offering advice.
  • Feng Shihua: Walks his daughter down the aisle, marking her entry into the Jiang family.

Significant Themes

  • Love and Marriage: The central theme revolves around the love between Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu, culminating in their marriage.
  • Family and Belonging: The wedding ceremony emphasizes the importance of family and the sense of belonging that comes with marriage.
  • Success and Personal Fulfillment: Jiang Qin reflects on his achievements and realizes that marrying Feng Nanshu is his greatest fulfillment.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu: Their love and affection for each other are evident throughout the chapter, with Jiang Qin publicly declaring his love for her.
  • Qin Jingqiu and Feng Nanshu: Aunt and niece share a warm, supportive relationship, with Qin Jingqiu giving Feng Nanshu away at her wedding.
  • Feng Shihua and Feng Nanshu: Father and daughter have a close bond, with Feng Shihua walking his daughter down the aisle.
  • Jiang Qin and his family/guests: The wedding brings together various figures from Jiang Qin's life, highlighting his connections and achievements.

Ch. 702Tonight's Headlines

Key Plot Points and Events

  • DiDi Taxi is officially launched during Jiang Qin's wedding banquet.
  • Jiang Qin meets with Director Liu from the Linchuan Transportation Bureau to discuss a joint development plan.
  • Uber increases its investment, leading to a merger between Bumblebee and Kuai Di. BiBi struggles to compete.
  • Travis, Uber's founder, proposes a merger to BiBi and Kuai Di, threatening to increase investment if they refuse.
  • DiDi Taxi's LED advertisement appears opposite BiBi's office, causing a stir.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Shows strategic planning by launching DiDi Taxi during his wedding, indicating a long-term vision for the ride-hailing market.
  • Cheng Wei: Struggles with the decision to merge with Uber or continue fighting, feeling trapped and helpless.
  • Travis: Demonstrates arrogance and prejudice towards Chinese consumers, believing in Uber's inevitable victory.

Significant Themes

  • The ruthless nature of business competition, especially in the internet industry.
  • The role of capital in market competition and the importance of strategic planning.
  • The clash of cultures between Chinese and foreign companies.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and Director Liu: They discuss a joint development plan, with Director Liu expressing hesitation about the risks involved.
  • Cheng Wei and Travis: They meet for a business discussion, with Travis proposing a merger and threatening increased investment if refused.
  • Cheng Wei and other industry figures: They discuss the implications of DiDi Taxi's entry, with most believing it's too late for Group Buying to enter the market.

Ch. 703Thanksgiving Banquet

Key Plot Points and Events

  • DiDi's advertisements spread, signaling Group Buying's dominance in the lifestyle services sector.
  • Jiang Family's Clan Feast and Thanksgiving Banquet occur, with Feng Nanshu pouring wine and Jiang Qin toasting.
  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu's parents exchange toasts, with Feng Shirong notably silent.
  • Jiang Qin toasts the bridesmaid and groomsmen squads, and discusses business expansion with his team.

Character Developments

  • Feng Nanshu shows maturity and poise during the banquets, impressing Jiang Qin.
  • Jiang Qin demonstrates his leadership and business acumen, making decisions about Group Buying's expansion.
  • Feng Shirong struggles with his role as a father, remaining silent during the toasts.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of family and tradition in Chinese culture, as seen through the Clan Feast and Thanksgiving Banquet.
  • The tension between Feng Shirong's past actions and his desire to be involved in Feng Nanshu's life.
  • The balance between personal and professional life, as Jiang Qin discusses business during the wedding celebration.

Character Interactions

  • Feng Nanshu and Jiang Qin work together to toast guests, showing a united front as a married couple.
  • Feng Nanshu's parents interact with Jiang Qin's family, with Qin Jingqiu and Feng Shihua being more involved than Feng Shirong.
  • Jiang Qin discusses business with his team, showing his trust in them and their loyalty to him.

Ch. 704How Can a Dull Knife Kill?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Qin, the CEO of Group Buying, has a romantic encounter with Feng Nanshu.
  • Group Buying enters the taxi market, signing contracts with taxi companies that had terminated agreements with Bumblebee (Uber's Chinese rival).
  • DiDi (Group Buying's taxi service) invests heavily in advertising and marketing, a departure from Jiang Qin's previous strategies.
  • DiDi's entry is met with skepticism due to its late entry and lack of innovative strategy.
  • Yu Tai, a teacher, starts working part-time as a taxi driver due to his father's medical expenses.
  • Jiang Zhenghong takes a vacation and plans to spend the New Year with his family.
  • DiDi's market share is low, but it's active in promoting itself and poaching Uber drivers.
  • Cao Guangyu's Qian Zhuo faces copycat businesses.
  • Wei Lanlan's company is selected for a competition, and she plans to use the opportunity to teach the competitors a lesson.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Shows his romantic side with Feng Nanshu and his strategic thinking in business.
  • Feng Nanshu: Shows her playful side and her love for Jiang Qin.
  • Yu Tai: Shows his determination to support his family financially.
  • Cao Guangyu: Shows his frustration with copycat businesses.
  • Wei Lanlan: Shows her cunning and ambitious side.

Significant Themes

  • Business Strategy: Jiang Qin's entry into the taxi market with heavy advertising is seen as unusual and ineffective by others.
  • Copycat Businesses: Cao Guangyu faces copycats of his business model, highlighting the low barrier to entry in some industries.
  • Family and Responsibility: Yu Tai's dedication to supporting his family financially is a stark contrast to the business world's cutthroat nature.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu: Their romantic interaction shows their closeness and playfulness.
  • Yu Tai and his wife: Their conversation shows their mutual support and concern for each other.
  • Cao Guangyu and Jiang Qin: Cao's frustration with copycats is met with Jiang Qin's pragmatic advice.
  • Wei Lanlan and Jiang Qin: Wei's ambition is met with Jiang Qin's approval and support.

Ch. 705How Could There Be a Private Car?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • WeChat Red Envelopes launches on New Year's Eve, becoming an instant success and boosting WeChat Pay's user base.
  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu visit Aunt Qin's house, where Feng Nanshu asks for a red envelope, surprising Jiang Qin.
  • The red envelope feature proves to be a powerful commercial tool, giving WeChat Pay a significant advantage.
  • Uber intensifies its market investment in the ride-hailing war, aiming to defeat BiBi and Kuai Di.
  • Cheng Wei meets Jiang Qin by chance, but Jiang Qin's cryptic words leave Cheng Wei confused.
  • Cheng Wei and Chen Chuanxing try DiDi for the first time and are surprised to receive a ride in a private car.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Shows his mysterious side, leaving others puzzled by his actions and words.
  • Feng Nanshu: Demonstrates a change in her character, asking for a red envelope, showing a new side to her personality.
  • Cheng Wei: Becomes more determined to face Uber's challenge, showing growth as a leader.
  • Chen Chuanxing: Maintains his competitive spirit, supporting Cheng Wei against Uber.

Significant Themes

  • The power of social features in driving commercial success (WeChat Red Envelopes).
  • The importance of adaptability and innovation in business (Jiang Qin's cryptic advice to Cheng Wei).
  • The challenges and determination in facing competition (Cheng Wei and Chen Chuanxing against Uber).

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu: Their interaction shows a change in Feng Nanshu's character and a glimpse into Jiang Qin's thought process.
  • Cheng Wei and Chen Chuanxing: Their partnership grows stronger as they face Uber together, supporting each other's decisions.
  • Cheng Wei and Jiang Qin: Their brief encounter leaves Cheng Wei puzzled, hinting at Jiang Qin's mysterious nature.

Ch. 706I Will Rule the Market

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Travis, the CEO of Uber, entertains his friend Peter Fenton in Jing City, expressing his confidence in dominating the Chinese market.
  • Uber's data starts to decline, and Travis's local team warns him about a potential threat from DiDi, led by Jiang Qin.
  • DiDi introduces a part-time driver model, allowing private cars to operate online, which is not explicitly prohibited by local regulations.
  • DiDi's user base grows rapidly, and Uber's market share starts to decline significantly.
  • BiBi and Kuai Di try to emulate DiDi's model but face regulatory hurdles, as DiDi has received approval for a 'public welfare' activity.

Character Developments

  • Travis: Initially confident and dismissive of local competition, he becomes increasingly concerned as DiDi's impact on the market becomes apparent.
  • Jiang Qin (implied): Although not directly present, his strategic moves with DiDi are shown to be effective and disruptive to Uber's plans.
  • Cheng Wei (implied): The CEO of BiBi, he struggles to keep up with DiDi's innovations and faces regulatory challenges in trying to emulate DiDi's model.

Significant Themes

  • The challenges and complexities of the Chinese market for foreign companies.
  • The importance of understanding and navigating local regulations and cultural nuances.
  • The disruptive potential of innovative business models.

Character Interactions

  • Travis and Peter Fenton: They discuss the Chinese market, with Fenton initially skeptical of Travis's confidence and later realizing the market's dangers.
  • Travis and Kang Jingtao (Trott): The local operations director warns Travis about the potential threat from DiDi, but Travis initially dismisses his concerns.
  • Cheng Wei and Director Chen: Cheng Wei tries to emulate DiDi's model but faces regulatory hurdles, highlighting the importance of local connections and understanding of regulations.

Ch. 707I Will Reshuffle the Market

Key Plot Points and Events

  • DiDi's rapid growth in the private car market leads to a reshuffling of the industry.
  • Jiang Qin, in Linchuan, secures support for DiDi's private car operations by aligning with the city's environmental protection initiatives.
  • DiDi's strategy of using public welfare initiatives to gain approval for private car operations is exposed, causing concern for Uber and other competitors.
  • DiDi's aggressive marketing and registration drive leads to a surge in private car drivers and users.
  • Uber faces regulatory challenges and mockery from the public, while BiBi and Kuai Di launch their own private car operations.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability by using environmental protection initiatives to gain approval for DiDi's private car operations.
  • Cheng Wei and Chen Chuanxing realize the extent of Jiang Qin's strategy and the threat DiDi poses to Uber.
  • Travis, Uber's CEO, faces regulatory challenges and public mockery, understanding the unfair market competition he's facing.

Significant Themes

  • Adaptability and strategic thinking in business.
  • The impact of public opinion and regulatory environment on businesses.
  • The challenges and opportunities presented by rapid market growth and change.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin interacts with Linchuan city leaders, securing their support for DiDi's private car operations.
  • Cheng Wei and Chen Chuanxing communicate about DiDi's strategy and the threat it poses to Uber.
  • Travis faces criticism and regulatory challenges, understanding the competitive disadvantage he's in.

Ch. 708Setting an Example for My Daughter

Key Plot Points and Events

  • DiDi's executives discuss their next moves, focusing on safety, service optimization, and expanding second-tier markets.
  • Jiang Qin, now a father-to-be, refuses to approve a smear article against Uber, setting a good example for his daughter.
  • Jiang Qin returns home to find Feng Nanshu, who is seven months pregnant and longing for his return.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin shows maturity and responsibility as a future father, refusing to engage in smear campaigns.
  • Feng Nanshu displays her affection and longing for Jiang Qin, revealing her emotions to him.

Significant Themes

  • Responsibility and maturity: Jiang Qin demonstrates these qualities as a future father and a business leader.
  • Love and affection: Feng Nanshu's longing for Jiang Qin highlights the love between them.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and his executives discuss DiDi's strategies, showing a united front.
  • Jiang Qin and Lu Feiyu interact, with Jiang Qin refusing to approve the smear article.
  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu interact, showing their affection and closeness.

Ch. 709Jiang Qin Called Me Baby

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Qin calls Feng Nanshu "baby," which she likes but he refuses to repeat.
  • DiDi launches three updates in twenty days, gaining a significant advantage in the market.
  • Uber attempts to create an accident to discredit DiDi but fails due to DiDi's proactive security measures.
  • An Uber driver is accused of sexually harassing a female passenger, boosting DiDi's safety image.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Shows affection towards Feng Nanshu by calling her "baby" but refuses to repeat it. He strategically updates DiDi to gain a competitive edge.
  • Feng Nanshu: Likes Jiang Qin calling her "baby" but is upset when he refuses to repeat it. She teaches Jiang Ainan to say "Daddy" first.
  • Travis: Panics as DiDi gains momentum and tries to create an accident to discredit DiDi. He realizes the futility of his plan after DiDi's proactive security measures.

Significant Themes

  • Love and Affection: Jiang Qin's affection towards Feng Nanshu is shown through his use of endearments.
  • Competition and Strategy: Jiang Qin strategically updates DiDi to gain a competitive edge, while Travis tries to undermine DiDi's success.
  • Security and Safety: DiDi's proactive security measures highlight the importance of passenger safety in the ride-hailing industry.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu: Their relationship deepens as they interact more, with Jiang Qin showing affection towards Feng Nanshu.
  • Jiang Qin and Travis: Their competition intensifies as Jiang Qin strategically updates DiDi, while Travis tries to create an accident to discredit DiDi.
  • Uber and DiDi: The competition between the two companies reaches a boiling point, with Uber trying to undermine DiDi's success and DiDi proactively addressing safety concerns.

Ch. 710Ruining the Competition

Key Plot Points and Events

  • DiDi's updates (database matching, regulatory power handover) further strengthen its position, making it unrivaled in the ride-hailing market.
  • Uber faces a sexual harassment scandal, leading to a significant drop in users and reputation.
  • DiDi's competitor, DiDi, faces pressure not to be targeted next.
  • DiDi prepares for the May Day holiday surge, offering ride-hailing coupons in partnership with Cloud QuickPass.
  • Alipay and WeChat Pay face competition from Cloud QuickPass in offline payments.

Character Developments

  • Travis (Uber) becomes more exhausted and worried as Uber's reputation plummets.
  • Cheng Wei (DiDi) feels immense pressure and considers targeting lower-tier markets to grow.
  • Jiang Qin (Pintuan) watches his competitors' struggles with a calm and satisfied demeanor.

Significant Themes

  • The cutthroat competition in the ride-hailing and tech industries.
  • The power of public opinion and social media in influencing businesses.
  • The importance of strategic decision-making and adaptability in business.

Character Interactions

  • Travis and Kang Jingtao discuss Uber's situation and DiDi's strategy.
  • Cheng Wei and Yang Xueyu discuss their experiences fighting against Pintuan.
  • Jiang Qin and Su Nai share a moment of relaxation after the successful updates.

Ch. 711Cao Guangyu's Business Savvy

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The chapter begins with visitors touring the Pintuan Industrial Park, focusing on the controversial sculpture at the entrance.
  • In the evening, at Qian Zhuo, a restaurant owned by Cao Guangyu, he shares stories about his and Jiang Qin's college days to entertain customers, including their first encounter with Feng Nanshu.
  • Feng Nanshu admits to Jiang Qin that she pretended to have trouble opening a water bottle cap on their first day of military training to spend more time with him.

Character Developments

  • Cao Guangyu: He has turned his restaurant into a successful business by sharing entertaining stories about his and Jiang Qin's college days, using their shared history to attract customers.
  • Feng Nanshu: She acknowledges her feelings for Jiang Qin from their first encounter, revealing that she had pretended to have trouble opening a water bottle cap to spend more time with him.
  • Jiang Qin: He is content with Feng Nanshu's admission and shows no interest in asking Cao Guangyu for copyright fees for the stories.

Significant Themes

  • The Power of Storytelling: Cao Guangyu's business thrives due to his ability to tell engaging stories about his and Jiang Qin's college days, highlighting the power of storytelling in business and marketing.
  • The Past Influencing the Present: The past experiences of the characters continue to impact their present lives and businesses, as seen in Cao Guangyu's use of their shared history to attract customers.

Character Interactions

  • Cao Guangyu and Jiang Qin: Their shared history and friendship continue to benefit both of their businesses, with Cao Guangyu using their past to attract customers and Jiang Qin showing no interest in asking for copyright fees.
  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu: Their relationship deepens as Feng Nanshu admits to her feelings for Jiang Qin from their first encounter, further solidifying their bond.

Ch. 712Camping

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Qian Zhuo implements a membership system and camping gatherings to stabilize its customer base.
  • Cao Guangyu organizes a camping trip for Pintuan members, including Jiang Qin, Feng Nanshu, and Ding Xue.
  • Chao Zi meets a girl he likes at Qian Zhuo and tries to impress her.
  • Pintuan executives have a separate camping area for their Team Building event.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Struggles with his feelings for Feng Nanshu and expresses his desire to drink the same milk as Jiang Ainan.
  • Feng Nanshu: Reminisces about her past with Jiang Qin and shows affection towards him.
  • Cao Guangyu: Prepares for the VIP version of My Romance with Jiang Qin and reflects on his past behavior with Ding Xue.
  • Chao Zi: Tries to impress a girl he likes but is ridiculed by Jiang Qin for his pursuit of a relationship.
  • Ding Xue: Reflects on her past with Cao Guangyu and discusses marriage and children with Feng Nanshu.

Significant Themes

  • Friendship vs. Romance: Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu's relationship continues to evolve, blurring the line between friendship and romance.
  • Personal Growth: Characters reflect on their past behaviors and experiences, showing growth and self-awareness.
  • Social Status and Wealth: The camping event highlights the differences in social status and wealth among the characters, with Pintuan executives having a separate, more luxurious camping area.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and Cao Guangyu: Bicker and reminisce about their past, showcasing their close friendship.
  • Feng Nanshu and Ding Xue: Catch up and discuss their relationships, pregnancies, and future plans.
  • Chao Zi and the girl he likes: Attempt to connect and impress each other.
  • Pintuan executives: Reunite for Team Building, highlighting their camaraderie and shared history.

Ch. 713The Season of Budding Romance

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Wang Hainei and Gao Wenhui discuss their dating prospects.
  • Jiang Qin goes fishing and catches a crucian carp, which he presents to the group.
  • Gao Wenhui struggles to integrate with a group of office workers due to cultural differences.
  • Feng Nanshu and Jiang Qin discuss their relationship and falling in love.

Character Developments

  • Gao Wenhui gains self-awareness about her insecurities and fears in social situations.
  • Feng Nanshu expresses a desire to experience falling in love, despite being married and pregnant.
  • Jiang Qin demonstrates his protective and caring nature towards Feng Nanshu and their unborn child.

Significant Themes

  • The pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations in dating and relationships.
  • The struggle to find one's place in different social circles.
  • The exploration of love and relationships, even within a marriage.

Character Interactions

  • Wang Hainei and Gao Wenhui: Wang Hainei encourages Gao Wenhui to be more confident in her dating prospects.
  • Feng Nanshu and Jiang Qin: They discuss their relationship, with Feng Nanshu expressing a desire to experience falling in love, and Jiang Qin showing affection and protectiveness.
  • Gao Wenhui and the office workers: Gao Wenhui struggles to connect with a group of office workers due to cultural differences, leading her to realize her insecurities.

Ch. 714The Purpose of Rebirth

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Qin imagines his daughter and thinks his rebirth's purpose might be to have a good relationship with her.
  • A group gathering at the lake involves a stand-up comedy special by Lao Cao, recalling Jiang Qin's business journey.
  • The May Day holiday passes peacefully, with changes in the ride-hailing market.
  • Jiang Qin receives an invitation to the International Internet Conference, with prominent foreign companies participating.
  • Domestic cashless payment systems gain international attention, and new regulations are anticipated for the industry.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Reflects on his rebirth's purpose and enjoys his relationship with Feng Nanshu.
  • Feng Nanshu: Shows affection for Jiang Qin, watching his TV appearances frequently.
  • Lao Cao: Overcomes stage fright and delivers a stand-up comedy special about Jiang Qin's business journey.

Significant Themes

  • The purpose and meaning of life and rebirth.
  • The rapid development and impact of the internet and cashless payment systems on society.
  • The potential drawbacks of rapid industry growth and the need for regulations.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and Feng Nanshu: Their relationship deepens, with Feng Nanshu showing affection for Jiang Qin's TV appearances.
  • Jiang Qin and Lao Cao: Lao Cao pays tribute to Jiang Qin's business journey through a stand-up comedy special.
  • Jiang Qin and the Group Buying team: They gather for a campout, playing cards and discussing life and love.

Ch. 715First, Earn a Small Goal

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Qin, in an interview, emphasizes the importance of setting small, achievable goals for entrepreneurs, using "earning 100 million first" as an example.
  • The interview goes viral, inspiring Young Master Cao and a wealthy man named Wang, and causing Feng Nanshu to swoon over Jiang Qin's on-screen presence.
  • Group Buying's staff prepares for the International Internet Conference, with Jiang Qin scheduled to speak alongside Xiaomi's Lei Jun.
  • Su Nai's boyfriend, Kuaibo's founder, is arrested for pornography, which Su Nai believes is a result of business competition.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Shows his business philosophy of setting small, achievable goals. He's also curious about Su Nai's relationship status.
  • Young Master Cao: Inspired by Jiang Qin's interview, he's determined to set a small goal for himself.
  • Feng Nanshu: Infatuated with Jiang Qin's on-screen presence, she's also experiencing hormonal fluctuations due to her pregnancy.
  • Su Nai: Discovers that her boyfriend, Kuaibo's founder, has been arrested, causing her distress.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of setting achievable goals in business.
  • The cutthroat nature of business competition, as seen in the takedown of Kuaibo.
  • The impact of hormonal changes on a pregnant woman's emotions.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin and the Host: They discuss the importance of setting small, achievable goals in entrepreneurship.
  • Jiang Qin and Young Master Cao: Although not directly interacting, Young Master Cao is inspired by Jiang Qin's interview.
  • Jiang Qin and Su Nai: Jiang Qin learns about Su Nai's relationship status and the arrest of her boyfriend.
  • Feng Nanshu and Jiang Qin: Feng Nanshu is infatuated with Jiang Qin's on-screen presence, while Jiang Qin is curious about her well-being.

Ch. 716International Internet Conference

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The International Internet Conference commences in a Jiangnan Water Town, with representatives from major Chinese internet companies and international delegates in attendance.
  • Alibaba and Tencent, as leading e-commerce and social media platforms, receive significant attention.
  • Ride-hailing companies DiDi (BiBi Dache) and Kuai Di, along with Group Buying, are present, adding tension due to their ongoing market competition.
  • Uber's Travis Kalanick attends, facing the companies that have been challenging his dominance in the Chinese market.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Wei (DiDi) and Chen Chuanxing (Kuai Di) reunite, acknowledging the intense market pressure they face and the temporary reprieve they've been given.
  • Travis Kalanick (Uber) struggles to maintain composure, acknowledging his defeat and the shadow cast by Group Buying.
  • Jiang Qin (Group Buying) appears confident and humble, contrasting with Travis's discomfiture.

Significant Themes

  • The intense competition and rapid evolution of the Chinese internet market.
  • The global expansion of Chinese internet companies.
  • The clash of cultures and business strategies between Chinese and international companies.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Wei and Chen Chuanxing acknowledge their shared pressures and market growth in lower-tier cities.
  • Travis Kalanick interacts awkwardly with Cheng Wei, Chen Chuanxing, and Jiang Qin, struggling to maintain composure.
  • Jiang Qin greets attendees politely, contrasting with Su Nai's cold response to a potential business partner.

Ch. 717Alibaba's Biggest Threat Was Group Buying

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Qin, the CEO of Pingtuan (Group Buying), attends the Internet Conference despite his daughter's imminent birth, demonstrating his company's 'wolf culture' prioritizing work.
  • Pingtuan's arrival garners significant attention due to their dominance in various industries, including supply, Group Buying, food delivery, and more.
  • Pingtuan's delegation, along with Uber and Gao De, forms a faction facing off against Alibaba and Tencent factions, with Baidu being scattered.
  • Representatives from Pingtuan, including Wei Lanlan, Dong Wenhao, and Su Nai, take the stage multiple times, highlighting Group Buying's dominance in key industries.
  • Ma Yun (Alibaba's Jack Ma) feels threatened by Group Buying's potential in e-commerce and considers a truce with Tencent to counter this threat.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin is portrayed as a dedicated and ambitious leader, willing to prioritize work even after his partner's passing.
  • Ma Yun acknowledges Cheng Wei's ambition and the threat posed by Group Buying to Alibaba.
  • Cheng Wei expresses his desire to merge BiBi (Kuai Di) with DiDi to compete against Alibaba and Tencent.

Significant Themes

  • Work Ethic and Ambition: Characters prioritize work and strive for success, even in the face of personal loss or adversity.
  • Competition and Dominance: The struggle for dominance in the tech industry is a central theme, with characters constantly seeking to outdo each other.
  • Threats and Countermeasures: Characters recognize threats to their positions and consider strategies to mitigate or eliminate these threats.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin's arrival garners respect and attention from other attendees, highlighting Pingtuan's influence.
  • Kang Jingtao reunites with old acquaintances, Chen Jiaxin and Yang Xueyu, reflecting on the changes in the industry since the Group Buying era.
  • Ma Yun and Cheng Wei discuss the potential threat of Group Buying and the possibility of a truce between Alibaba and Tencent.

Ch. 718Double Ma Collaboration

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Qin attends the International Internet Conference in Jiangnan Water Town, staying connected with his family and team via phone calls.
  • The conference features a joint dialogue between the two wealthiest internet entrepreneurs, Ma Yun (Alibaba) and the other President Ma (Tencent), which surprises the industry due to their usual rivalry.
  • A dinner photo surfaces, showing the Double Ma, Liu Chuanzhi (Lenovo), Cheng Wei (BiBi), Chen Chuanxing (Kuai Di), and an unidentified woman dining together.
  • BiBi and Kuai Di announce a cooperation, opening up their ride-hailing channels to each other and integrating WeChat Pay and Alipay into their respective platforms.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Qin: Shows his family-oriented side, staying connected with his wife and daughter during the conference. He also expresses curiosity about the Double Ma's cooperation and feels left out of their dinner.
  • Ma Yun and the other President Ma: Display an unusual level of harmony and cooperation during the conference, raising questions about their true intentions.

Significant Themes

  • Competition and cooperation in the business world.
  • The impact of technology and internet on society and economy.
  • The role of family and personal connections in business.

Character Interactions

  • Jiang Qin interacts with his wife, Feng Nanshu, and their unborn daughter, Jiang Ainan, via phone calls, displaying his affection and care for them.
  • Ma Yun and the other President Ma interact harmoniously during the conference, raising questions about their true intentions and the future of their companies' relationship.
  • The dinner photo shows the Double Ma, Liu Chuanzhi, Cheng Wei, Chen Chuanxing, and an unidentified woman interacting, hinting at potential business collaborations and alliances.

Ch. 719Three-Way Alliance

Key Plot Points and Events

  • BiBi and Kuai Di successfully interconnect, leading to a significant improvement in response times and service areas for both companies.
  • Cheng Wei, the president of Kuai Di, reflects on the smooth interconnection and the potential implications for the ride-hailing market.
  • Travis, the CEO of Uber, visits Cheng Wei to propose a cooperation involving equity exchange, aiming to hold shares in each other's companies for mutual support.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Wei: Cheng Wei shows confidence in the potential of Kuai Di and BiBi, believing they can challenge DiDi and BAT in the future. He also demonstrates a strategic mindset in considering Uber's proposal.
  • Travis: Travis, after Uber's setbacks, becomes more pragmatic and willing to cooperate with other companies to maintain a presence in the market.
  • Jiang Qin: Jiang Qin, aware of the merger between BiBi and Kuai Di, anticipates their entry into the sinking market and considers Uber's potential resurgence.

Significant Themes

  • Alliances and Cooperation: The chapter explores the strategic alliances formed between companies to strengthen their positions in the market, with BiBi, Kuai Di, and Uber exchanging equity to work together.
  • Market Growth and Competition: The rapid growth of the ride-hailing market is highlighted, with companies merging and competing to gain market share and challenge dominant players like DiDi and BAT.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Wei and Travis: Their interaction reveals a shift in power dynamics, with Cheng Wei now confidently negotiating with Travis, unlike their previous meeting where Travis was dismissive of Cheng Wei.
  • Jiang Qin and Ye Ziqing: Jiang Qin shares his insights about the market situation with Ye Ziqing, demonstrating his strategic thinking and awareness of potential challenges from BiBi, Kuai Di, and Uber.

Ch. 720Jiang Qin's Mouth Was a Little Sweet

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The ride-hailing market is rapidly developing, with BiBi and Kuai Di expanding aggressively, but DiDi maintains a steady approach.
  • Feng Nanshu is in the hospital awaiting delivery, surrounded by family and friends.
  • Jiang Qin visits Feng Nanshu daily, showing concern for her well-being and happiness.

Character Developments

  • Feng Nanshu: She is nervous but excited about becoming a mother. She enjoys the attention and love she receives from her family and friends.
  • Jiang Qin: He is flustered but eager to become a father. He shows great care and affection towards Feng Nanshu, even learning how to make milk powder and change diapers.
  • Gao Wenhui: She is excited about the upcoming birth and enjoys teasing Feng Nanshu about who the baby will look like.

Significant Themes

  • Family and Love: The chapter emphasizes the love and support Feng Nanshu receives from her family and friends as she awaits the birth of her child. Jiang Qin's affection towards Feng Nanshu is also highlighted.
  • Business vs. Personal Life: Jiang Qin's focus on his personal life, particularly his wife's well-being, is contrasted with the aggressive expansion of BiBi and Kuai Di in the business world.

Character Interactions

  • Feng Nanshu and Jiang Qin: Their affection and love for each other are evident in their interactions. They enjoy each other's company and show mutual support.
  • Feng Nanshu and Gao Wenhui: They share a friendly and playful relationship, with Gao Wenhui often teasing Feng Nanshu about the baby.
  • Jiang Qin and Gao Wenhui: They have a friendly, almost sibling-like relationship. Gao Wenhui teases Jiang Qin about his sweet words towards Feng Nanshu.
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