Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan embarks on a journey to the neon-lit country (Japan), inspired by his love for anime.
• He visits various anime-related locations, theme parks, and even the headquarters of Konami, seeking the official Yu-Gi-Oh! game license for his new Phantom Projector Generation 2.
• Ning Yifan travels alone, renting a bike and staying in hotels or inns along the way.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan demonstrates his independence, resourcefulness, and determination in pursuing his goals.
• He shows a strong interest in and knowledge of anime, which drives his journey.
• Ning Yifan's good looks and generous nature attract the attention of local women, but he remains focused on his mission.

Significant Themes

• The influence of anime on popular culture and tourism.
• Pursuit of personal interests and passions.
• The power of nostalgia and childhood memories.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan interacts with locals, including front desk receptionists and Konami's manager, Matsushita Ichinichi.
• He receives offers of companionship from local women but declines, staying focused on his journey.
• Ning Yifan's interactions with others are brief and centered around his mission, with no romantic entanglements.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan secures a five-year license for the TV game Yu-Gi-Oh! for ten million Daxia Coins.
• He returns to his company after a half-month absence and finds the factory running smoothly, with over thirty thousand Phantom Projectors sold during his absence.
• With the license fee paid, the company's account holds over eighty-seven million Daxia Coins.
• Ning Yifan purchases tools and equipment for the third floor of the factory, enabling him to manufacture any tech product, from airplanes to bicycles.
• He modifies the production lines for the Phantom Projector Generation 2 and Youth Edition, capable of producing tens of thousands of units daily.
• Both new models are listed on the company's official flagship stores, with the Generation 2 priced at 5,999 and the Youth Edition at 1,999.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan demonstrates his business acumen and generosity in spending, buying tools and equipment for the factory and securing the Yu-Gi-Oh! license.
• He shows dedication to his work, returning to the factory immediately upon his return and overseeing the production line modifications.

Significant Themes

• The power of innovation and technology to disrupt traditional markets (Phantom Projectors replacing TVs).
• The importance of customer feedback and reviews in driving sales (buyers waiting for reviews before purchasing the new models).
• The impact of licensing and partnerships on business growth (securing the Yu-Gi-Oh! license).

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan interacts with the factory workers, confirming that everything is running smoothly during his absence.
• Online users discuss and review the new Phantom Projector models, influencing potential buyers' decisions.
• No significant interactions between Ning Yifan and other characters are mentioned in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan prepares and enjoys a braised carp dinner at home.
• He heads to Chunxi Road with a Phantom Projector Generation 2 and sets up a public Yu-Gi-Oh! Card Battle duel using the projector.
• He starts an online battle, drawing the attention of passersby.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan demonstrates his improved cooking skills and enjoys his meal.
• He shows determination and confidence in his decision to play a public Yu-Gi-Oh! duel.

Significant Themes

• Ning Yifan's unique approach to entertainment and competition.
• The allure of new technology and its impact on public spaces.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan interacts with the crowd gathered around him, although not directly. The crowd reacts to his actions and discusses the projector and the game among themselves.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan uses the Phantom Projector Generation 2 to play Yu-Gi-Oh! in a public place, attracting a large crowd.
• The 3D projection of the game is so realistic that it appears as if monsters are floating in mid-air.
• The crowd gathers to watch the duel, with some recognizing the game from their childhood.
• A streamer begins broadcasting the event, drawing more viewers who are impressed by the 3D technology and the game.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan is portrayed as calm and focused while playing the game, even amidst the growing crowd.
• The streamer is proactive in capturing the attention of her audience and promoting the game.

Significant Themes

• Nostalgia: Many onlookers reminisce about their childhood experiences with Yu-Gi-Oh! cards.
• Technological advancement: The 3D projection technology is praised for its realism and potential for gaming and entertainment.

Character Interactions

• The crowd interacts with each other, discussing their memories of Yu-Gi-Oh!, the 3D technology, and their excitement about the game.
• The streamer interacts with her audience, encouraging them to watch the game and expressing her own excitement about the 3D technology.
• Ning Yifan interacts with his opponent in the game, but his actions are not described in detail.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A new officially licensed Yu-Gi-Oh! game is released, featuring glasses-free 3D technology.
• The game is played using the Phantom Projector Generation 2, which can also be used for watching ultra-high-definition TV and playing other games.
• The game uses a Ranking System with cash rewards for the top 100 players at the end of each season.
• The game's pay-to-win system is also beneficial for free-to-play players.
• The game's popularity surges, with many players eager to buy the Phantom Projector to play.

Character Developments

• Li Zhiyuan, a Yu-Gi-Oh! fan who hasn't played the game in a while, becomes excited about the new game and decides to buy the Phantom Projector.
• Other characters are mentioned but not developed in detail.

Significant Themes

• Nostalgia for childhood and youth.
• The excitement and allure of new technology and gaming experiences.
• The potential of augmented reality and immersive gaming.

Character Interactions

• Li Zhiyuan interacts with other players on the forum, learning about the new game and projector.
• Players share their excitement and experiences with the new game and projector on various online platforms.
• Li Zhiyuan considers buying the projector for his parents as well.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Phantom Projector, a highly sought-after device, has a daily sales volume of over ten thousand units, with a seamless production and delivery process.
• Li Zhiyuan, a consumer, purchases the Phantom Projector and receives it within a day due to its efficient logistics.
• Li Zhiyuan tests the projector, finding it smooth, responsive, and user-friendly, with pre-installed apps and browser support.
• He discovers the projector's ability to display adult content and adds the website to his favorites.
• Li Zhiyuan plays Yu-Gi-Oh! on the projector, sharing his gaming experience with his middle school classmates on WeChat.

Character Developments

• Li Zhiyuan is shown to be tech-savvy, eager, and excited about his new purchase. He's also nostalgic for his school days and enjoys reconnecting with his classmates.

Significant Themes

• The hype and popularity of new technology.
• The convenience and efficiency of modern logistics.
• The appeal of immersive gaming experiences.

Character Interactions

• Li Zhiyuan interacts with the SF Express courier, receiving his package.
• He communicates with his middle school classmates on WeChat, sharing his gaming experience and inviting them to play together.
• Li Zhiyuan's classmates express their desire to buy the Phantom Projector, their excitement about the game, and their eagerness to reunite and play together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan upgrades the production line to achieve a daily output of 20,000 Phantom Projectors.
• Shenma Technology Company participates in the Double Eleven shopping event, offering discounts on Phantom Projectors.
• The first-generation Phantom Projector is priced at 3999 yuan, the second-generation at 4999 yuan, and the Youth Edition at 1399 yuan.
• Two hundred thousand units are sold out within ten minutes, with a transaction volume of over 600 million yuan.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan demonstrates his technical prowess in upgrading the production line.
• He shows business acumen by participating in the Double Eleven event and offering discounts, increasing sales and customer satisfaction.

Significant Themes

• The power of integrating the entire industry chain for increased efficiency and reduced costs.
• The impact of shopping festivals like Double Eleven on consumer behavior and sales volume.
• The importance of customer satisfaction and value for money in business success.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan interacts with his tools and machinery, showcasing his expertise in modifying and operating them.
• Consumers eagerly await and participate in the Double Eleven sale, engaging with each other online about the Phantom Projector.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Double Eleven event sees Shenma Technology's Phantom Projector booming, while TV sales plummet.
• Changhong Electrical Group's TV sales are dismal, with only 157 TVs sold in 15 hours, totaling 300,000 yuan in revenue.
• Changhong Electrical Group's president and CEO hold meetings to discuss the crisis and potential solutions.
• A shareholder meeting is convened to discuss the possibility of acquiring Shenma Technology Company or licensing its projector technology.

Character Developments

• The Changhong Electrical Group's president and CEO are under pressure due to the company's crisis.
• The company's shareholders are worried about the company's survival and are considering drastic measures.
• Shenma Technology Company's success has caught the attention of major domestic and international companies.

Significant Themes

• Technological advancements and their impact on traditional industries.
• Corporate survival and strategic decision-making in the face of crisis.
• The potential of new technologies and their value in the market.

Character Interactions

• The Changhong Electrical Group's president and CEO interact with department managers, engineers, and shareholders to discuss the company's predicament and potential solutions.
• Major domestic and international companies are aware of Shenma Technology Company's success and are considering their next moves.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan receives numerous calls from electrical appliance companies interested in buying Shenma Technology Company or its technology, but he declines all offers.
• Jiang Xuwei, a top headhunter, is tasked with poaching a technician from Shenma Technology Company. He investigates the company's original location but finds no useful information.
• Jiang Xuwei stakes out Shenma Technology Company's current factory but sees no employees entering or exiting for two days.
• He finally enters the factory disguised as an SF Express deliveryman and discovers that the factory is fully automated, with no human workers.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan: He remains steadfast in his refusal to sell the company or its technology, despite numerous offers. He becomes frustrated with the constant calls and decides to block all unknown numbers.
• Jiang Xuwei: He demonstrates his determination and resourcefulness in his headhunting mission, using various methods to gather information about Shenma Technology Company. He shows disappointment and confusion upon discovering the factory's automation and lack of human workers.

Significant Themes

• Determination and Persistence: Both Ning Yifan and Jiang Xuwei show determination in pursuing their goals. Ning Yifan is determined to keep his company independent, while Jiang Xuwei is determined to complete his mission.
• Automation and Technology: The fully automated factory of Shenma Technology Company highlights the potential of advanced technology and its impact on the workforce.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan and the Callers: Ning Yifan's interactions with the callers from various companies show his resolve in refusing to sell or collaborate.
• Jiang Xuwei and the SF Express Deliveryman: Jiang Xuwei's interaction with the deliveryman helps him gain access to the Shenma Technology Company factory and provides him with information about the company.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shenma Technology Company, founded by Ning Yifan, has achieved fully automated production of the Phantom Projector, with a daily capacity of 20,000 units.
• Major home appliance companies struggle to believe and understand this feat, as it typically requires a large team of specialists.
• Engineers from various companies examine Shenma Technology Company's operations and confirm that Ning Yifan has accomplished this alone.
• Companies attempt to reverse-engineer the Phantom Projector, hire experts, and collaborate but fail, leading some to shift their production focus away from televisions.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan: Revealed to be a technological prodigy, capable of single-handedly building a fully automated factory and manufacturing products that major companies can't match.
• Engineers: Struggle to comprehend Ning Yifan's achievements, leading to self-doubt and questioning of their own capabilities.

Significant Themes

• Genius vs. Ordinary: The vast gap between Ning Yifan's abilities and those of other engineers highlights the difference between genius and ordinary individuals.
• Adaptation and Survival: Companies struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing market landscape dominated by Shenma Technology Company, fighting for their survival.

Character Interactions

• Major Companies vs. Shenma Technology Company: Companies attempt to reach out to Ning Yifan for negotiations but fail, leading them to band together for a final strategy meeting.
• Engineers vs. Ning Yifan: Engineers express disbelief, awe, and frustration at Ning Yifan's accomplishments, feeling powerless in comparison.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A high-level meeting is held by Changhong Company, involving major Daxia Country television industry companies, to discuss survival strategies against the Phantom Projector's threat.
• Changhong Company proposes a desperate solution: offering a sky-high price to acquire Shenma Technology Company and its Phantom Projector technology.
• The meeting decides to pool funds from participating companies, totaling eight hundred billion Daxia Coin, to make an irresistible offer to Ning Yifan, Shenma Technology Company's CEO.

Character Developments

• The Changhong Company director shows strategic thinking and desperation, willing to liquidate assets for a high-stakes gamble.
• Ning Yifan, though not present, is portrayed as a smart and ambitious young man who could be tempted by the offered sum.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest in the business world.
• The power of money and its ability to influence decisions.
• The struggle between innovation (represented by the Phantom Projector) and established businesses.

Character Interactions

• The Changhong Company director presents the plan to other company executives, who then consult their respective boards.
• Company representatives discuss and vote on the proposal, leading to a collective decision to pool funds for the acquisition attempt.
• Negotiation experts are mentioned, who will attempt to convince Ning Yifan to accept the offer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Major companies fail to contact Ning Yifan through usual channels.
• They decide to publicize the acquisition plan widely, hoping to grab his attention.
• A joint message is sent across all major online platforms, offering eight hundred billion yuan for Shenma Technology Company and a high-paying job for Ning Yifan.
• The announcement goes viral, sparking intense public discussion and curiosity about Ning Yifan.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan: His status as a young, successful entrepreneur captures public imagination. His appearance and background become a topic of interest.
• Chen Shunjie: A property broker who previously worked with Ning Yifan, he reflects on their encounter and ponders the unfairness of life.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and success: The vast difference between Ning Yifan's wealth and the average person's life is highlighted.
• Public curiosity and speculation: The announcement of the acquisition plan fuels public interest in Ning Yifan's identity and background.
• Unfairness and comparisons: Chen Shunjie's reflection emphasizes the theme of life's unfairness and the dangers of comparing oneself to others.

Character Interactions

• Major companies: They collaborate to acquire Shenma Technology Company, demonstrating their desperation and the threat Ning Yifan's product poses to their businesses.
• Chen Shunjie and Ning Yifan: Though they only had brief interactions, Chen Shunjie's memories of Ning Yifan reflect on the latter's unique character and success.
• Public and Ning Yifan: The public's curiosity and speculation about Ning Yifan create a sense of collective fascination with his identity and wealth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Several major home appliance companies express interest in acquiring Shenma Technology Company.
• Ning Yifan, the company's owner, decides to respond to the acquisition offers publicly.
• He creates a Weibo account for Shenma Technology Company and posts a statement refusing the acquisition offers.
• The post goes viral, sparking intense online discussion and debate.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan is revealed to be the sole owner of Shenma Technology Company, with no intention of selling or diluting his shares.
• He expresses his desire to focus on creating good products and bringing joy to consumers, rather than pursuing personal wealth.
• Ning Yifan demonstrates his determination and resolve in pursuing his goals, despite the temptation of a massive acquisition offer.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of wealth vs. personal fulfillment and self-worth.
• The responsibilities and challenges of success.
• The impact of fame and public scrutiny on personal decisions.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan's interaction with the online community is minimal, as he only posts a statement and then disengages from the discussion.
• Netizens react strongly to Ning Yifan's refusal, with opinions ranging from admiration and support to criticism and skepticism.
• Video creators and news outlets analyze and discuss Ning Yifan's decision, contributing to the online debate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The acquisition attempt of Shenma Technology Company by Daxia Country's home appliance companies fails due to Ning Yifan's refusal.
• The companies hold a meeting to discuss the aftermath, acknowledging their defeat and planning their next steps.
• Meanwhile, Samsung Group in South Korea intensifies its efforts to crack the technology behind the Phantom Projector, offering substantial rewards for any progress made.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan demonstrates unwavering commitment to his company's vision and independence, refusing a massive acquisition offer.
• The directors of Daxia Country's home appliance companies show resilience and acceptance of their defeat, focusing on their companies' future.
• Samsung Group's senior executives exhibit concern and urgency in response to the Phantom Projector's threat to their business.

Significant Themes

• The relentless progress of technology and its impact on businesses and markets.
• The struggle between established companies and innovative startups.
• The global competition in the tech industry.

Character Interactions

• The directors of Daxia Country's home appliance companies express their helplessness and frustration at their failed acquisition attempt, but also their determination to move forward.
• Samsung Group's senior executives, driven by concern and urgency, engage in a collective effort to crack the Phantom Projector technology, offering substantial rewards to incentivize progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• South Korea's National Computer Research Center works to crack the Phantom Projector's driver software.
• After half a month and over 50,000 tests, a technician successfully cracks the software in Lab 19.
• Samsung Group learns of the success and quickly arranges mass production of their own projector.
• Samsung registers the driver board program as a patented technology.
• Samsung's executives decide to sue Shenma Technology Company for patent infringement and plan to use public opinion and gag orders to their advantage.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan's talent and arrogance are discussed, with Samsung executives planning to hire him after Shenma Technology Company's bankruptcy.
• Samsung's President shows determination and strategic thinking in exploiting the situation to their advantage.

Significant Themes

• The power of collective effort and resources in technological advancement.
• The importance of intellectual property and patents in business strategy.
• The ruthless nature of corporate competition.

Character Interactions

• Samsung's executives collaborate and strategize, expressing their confidence in crushing Shenma Technology Company and dominating the global market.
• The technician who cracks the software interacts with the crowd, expressing excitement and disbelief at their success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Samsung, after obtaining the patent for Illusion Screen Technology, sends a lawyer's letter to Shenma Technology Company, accusing them of patent infringement for their Phantom Projector series.
• Samsung simultaneously releases a detailed statement on its official platforms, publicizing the alleged theft of Samsung's technology by Shenma Technology Company.
• Samsung presents evidence, including a confession video from a scientist who claims to have stolen the research data, to support their accusations.
• Samsung demands that Shenma Technology Company cease all infringing activities, pay compensation, and transfer their factory and brand to Samsung.

Character Developments

• Samsung is portrayed as a powerful multinational conglomerate with substantial resources and influence, determined to protect its intellectual property.
• The scientist who confessed to stealing the research data shows remorse for his actions, providing evidence to support Samsung's claims.

Significant Themes

• Intellectual property theft and its consequences.
• The power dynamics between multinational corporations and smaller businesses.
• The use of evidence and public relations to sway public opinion.

Character Interactions

• Samsung's legal department interacts with Shenma Technology Company through the lawyer's letter.
• Samsung's public relations team interacts with the public through their official platforms, presenting their side of the story.
• The scientist interacts with the police and the public via the confession video.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the concept of "self-media" in the Web 2.0 era, where individuals can become broadcasters with minimal thresholds.
• Feng Mishan, a self-media practitioner, is offered a job by a friend to promote Samsung's lawsuit against Shenma Technology Company for patent infringement.
• Feng Mishan accepts the job, creates news content, and publishes it across his platforms, sparking widespread online discussion about Shenma Technology Company and Samsung.

Character Developments

• Feng Mishan: He is portrayed as ambitious and money-driven, willing to take on tasks without fully understanding their implications. He represents the opportunistic side of self-media practitioners.

Significant Themes

• The Power of Self-Media: The chapter highlights the influence of self-media in shaping public opinion and driving online discussions.
• Money vs. Integrity: Feng Mishan's decision to take on the job despite potential ethical implications raises questions about the role of money in self-media.
• Truth and Perception: The incident challenges the notion of truth and its perception in the self-media landscape.

Character Interactions

• Feng Mishan and 'Distant Mountains Like a Painting': Their interaction shows the networking and job opportunities within the self-media industry.
• Feng Mishan and Netizens: The chapter explores the interaction between Feng Mishan's content and the netizens, demonstrating the impact of self-media on public opinion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Netizens are abuzz with excitement over the drama between Shenma Technology Company and Samsung.
• Ning Yifan, CEO of Shenma Technology Company, is unaware of the online news and continues his work on lithium-air batteries and a secret project.
• Ning Yifan discovers Samsung's patent infringement accusations and decides to challenge them publicly.
• He posts a Weibo reply to Samsung, accepting their challenge and inviting them to a product showdown in two days.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan demonstrates his confidence, resilience, and willingness to defend his company's integrity and innocence.
• He shows a deep understanding of patent laws and is not intimidated by Samsung's accusations.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between large corporations and the underdog.
• The importance of patents and intellectual property in the tech industry.
• The influence of public opinion and social media on corporate reputations.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan interacts with the online community through Weibo, addressing Samsung's accusations and inviting them to a public showdown.
• Netizens engage in heated discussions, with most expressing skepticism about Shenma Technology Company's innocence and supporting Samsung.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan publishes a response to Samsung Company's accusations and contemplates Shenma's next steps.
• He realizes the global market's vastness and Samsung's advantages, posing a challenge to Shenma's dominance.
• Ning Yifan decides to seek cooperation with other Daxia Country home appliance companies to counter Samsung.
• He contacts several companies' senior executives, inviting them to Shenma Technology Company in Dujiangyan.
• Ning Yifan works overtime to develop a new projector model and upgrade the production line with anti-theft technology.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability, recognizing the need for cooperation to compete in the global market.
• He shows determination to protect his technology and prevent Samsung from profiting from it.

Significant Themes

• Competition and survival in the global market.
• The importance of strategic partnerships and alliances.
• The consequences of technology theft and the need for protection.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan contacts several Daxia Country home appliance company executives, inviting them for cooperation.
• The executives, facing dire situations in their respective companies, eagerly respond to Ning Yifan's invitation, seeing it as a potential lifeline.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ning Yifan's Weibo post about Samsung goes unnoticed.
• Chairmen of major home appliance companies visit Shenma Technology Company.
• Ning Yifan demonstrates the Phantom Projector Super Edition and the fully automated production line.
• Ning Yifan proposes a cooperation plan: Shenma Technology Company provides key components and TV System 2.0, and the companies assemble and sell the projectors under Shenma's brand.
• The chairmen agree to cooperate and help expose Samsung's actions and sue them.

Character Developments

• Ning Yifan: Shows his leadership, negotiation skills, and confidence in Shenma Technology Company's products. He's determined to expose Samsung's actions and protect his company's interests.
• The chairmen: Initially skeptical, they become convinced of Shenma Technology Company's capabilities and agree to cooperate, showing their business acumen and willingness to take risks.

Significant Themes

• Technology and innovation: Shenma Technology Company's advanced projector technology is a driving force for the plot.
• Cooperation and competition: The home appliance companies cooperate to take on Samsung but also compete with each other in the market.
• Truth and deception: The theme of truth versus lies is central, with Ning Yifan determined to expose Samsung's deception.

Character Interactions

• Ning Yifan interacts with the chairmen, demonstrating his products and proposing the cooperation plan. He listens to their concerns and addresses them, leading to a successful negotiation.
• The chairmen interact with each other, discussing their companies' situations and expressing their interest in cooperating with Shenma Technology Company.