Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• An auto show featuring luxury car brands attracts a large crowd.
• Jiuzhou Automobile, with its Dongting and Taishan models, participates in the show, drawing initial attention due to their striking design.
• Visitors express skepticism and disinterest upon learning Jiuzhou Automobile's identity and the technical specifications of their cars.

Character Developments

• No significant individual character developments in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Reality: Visitors' initial enthusiasm turns to skepticism and disinterest upon learning more about Jiuzhou Automobile.
• Brand Perception: The reputation of Jiuzhou Automobile as a manufacturer of 'Old Man Happy' vehicles influences visitors' expectations and reactions.

Character Interactions

• Visitors and Jiuzhou Automobile Engineers: Visitors interact with engineers from Jiuzhou Automobile, asking questions and expressing their doubts and criticisms.
• Visitors Among Themselves: Visitors discuss and share their opinions about Jiuzhou Automobile and its cars, influencing each other's perceptions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiuzhou Automobile's exhibition at an auto show contrasts starkly with other brands, with few visitors and no potential buyers.
• A curious customer inquires about the price of Jiuzhou Automobile's cars, leading to a revelation of their high prices.
• The high prices (starting at 480,000 and 580,000 yuan) deter potential customers, who leave unimpressed and share their experiences with others.
• Jiuzhou Automobile gains unwanted attention and becomes a laughing stock among auto show visitors.

Character Developments

• No significant character development in this chapter, as it focuses on the company and its products rather than individual characters.

Significant Themes

• Overconfidence and misjudgment of market positioning (Jiuzhou Automobile's overestimation of its value and pricing).
• The importance of understanding one's market and customer base.
• The impact of first impressions and initial interactions on potential customers.

Character Interactions

• Interaction between Jiuzhou Automobile sales representatives and potential customers is minimal and unfruitful.
• Visitors to the auto show share their experiences and opinions about Jiuzhou Automobile, contributing to its negative reputation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiuzhou Automobile's exhibition at a car show attracts ridicule from neighboring luxury brands and visitors.
• The Jiuzhou Automobile team faces ridicule and mockery, with staff and models feeling uneasy and disheartened.
• Xu Yifan and the executives remain calm despite the negative reception.

Character Developments

• Xu Yifan shows understanding and acceptance of the current situation, expressing determination to face the long and arduous road ahead.
• Deng Yingzhuo and Feng Hao, the presidents of Jiuzhou Automobile and Hengxin Battery respectively, display understanding of the market's ingrained thinking and the challenges faced by domestic luxury cars.

Significant Themes

• The struggle of domestic luxury car brands to gain acceptance in the market.
• The challenges faced by Jiuzhou Automobile in expanding production capacity and building supporting infrastructure for high-volume models.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yifan, Deng Yingzhuo, and Feng Hao discuss the current situation and express their determination to continue despite the challenges.
• The sales staff, models, and automotive engineers express their dismay and frustration at the negative reception, contrasting with the calm demeanor of the executives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiuzhou Automobile's cars are displayed alongside luxury brands, attracting attention and controversy.
• Xu Yifan outlines a new sales strategy: focus on the international market to overcome domestic preconceptions about Chinese car brands.
• Plans are made to participate in racing competitions and international tracks like the Nürburgring to showcase product performance.
• Xu Yifan announces the upcoming development of a supercar, the Vermilion Bird, to vindicate their motor technology.

Character Developments

• Xu Yifan demonstrates strategic thinking and long-term vision, focusing on international markets and high-performance vehicles.
• Deng Yingzhuo, a high-caliber corporate manager, shows competence in handling company affairs and shares Xu Yifan's vision.

Significant Themes

• Overcoming preconceived notions and biases about Chinese car brands.
• The importance of international markets and global recognition for business growth.
• The role of racing and high-performance vehicles in product promotion and brand image.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yifan and Deng Yingzhuo collaborate on strategic planning for Jiuzhou Automobile's future.
• Xu Yifan encourages and supports Deng Yingzhuo's ideas, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Xu Yifan and the presidents discuss and agree on the company's next steps, demonstrating unity and shared vision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Chengdu Auto Show concludes, and major news outlets report on the event.
• A prominent news portal publishes a detailed report on the new car launches, featuring 23 models.
• The report sparks immediate online discussion among car enthusiasts.

Character Developments

• No significant individual character development in this chapter; focus is on the collective voice of netizens.

Significant Themes

• Public Opinion and Online Discussion: The chapter highlights the power of online public opinion, with netizens quickly reacting to and discussing the new car launches.
• Perception of Domestic vs. International Cars: Netizens express differing opinions and expectations for domestic and international car brands.

Character Interactions

• No direct character interactions; the chapter focuses on the collective voice of netizens interacting through comments on the news report.

Notable Events and Reactions

• Jiuzhou Automobile's Debut: The news of Jiuzhou Automobile's high-end electric vehicles sparks a wave of skepticism and criticism from netizens.
• Support for Domestic Brands: A minority of netizens express support for domestic brands and Jiuzhou Automobile specifically, with a few planning to buy their cars.

Netizens' Overall Reaction to Jiuzhou Automobile

• Skepticism and criticism due to the company's unknown reputation, high pricing, and the perceived inferior quality of their low-speed electric vehicles.
• A minority of netizens express support and interest in Jiuzhou Automobile's offerings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Yifan returns to Jiangzhou City and holds a meeting at Jiuzhou Automobile Factory.
• He announces the establishment of the Vermilion Bird Project, aiming to create a supercar that will thoroughly defeat international luxury cars.
• He seeks cooperation from various R&D departments and plans to involve high-star production workers in the project.

Character Developments

• Xu Yifan demonstrates his strategic thinking and determination to prove Jiuzhou Automobile's capabilities.
• R&D personnel show enthusiasm and confidence in their respective departments' abilities to contribute to the Vermilion Bird Project.

Significant Themes

• The struggle of domestic automobile brands against established international luxury car brands.
• The importance of branding and consumer perception in the automobile market.
• The power of technology and innovation in challenging established norms.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yifan interacts with the heads of various R&D departments, expressing his vision for the Vermilion Bird Project and seeking their cooperation.
• R&D personnel discuss among themselves how to integrate their departments' technologies to contribute to the project.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Yifan meets with Ma Youlong, the HR manager, to discuss recruitment.
• Xu Yifan plans to recruit race car drivers and online promotion department personnel.
• He outlines the selection process and requirements for each role.

Character Developments

• Xu Yifan: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and long-term vision by planning for the company's future needs in racing and online presence.
• Ma Youlong: Shows dedication and understanding of his role, eager to work diligently under Xu Yifan's leadership.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and long-term planning: Xu Yifan's vision extends beyond immediate needs, focusing on future growth and competition.
• Talent acquisition: The chapter highlights the importance of finding and nurturing talent for the company's success.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yifan and Ma Youlong: They discuss recruitment strategies, with Xu Yifan delegating tasks and Ma Youlong showing understanding and commitment.
• Xu Yifan and Lin Wanxia (secretary): She prepares tea for Xu Yifan, showing her role as a supportive assistant.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiuzhou Automobile announces a driver recruitment on Hupu Forum, attracting significant attention.
• The recruitment offers a high salary, training, and a chance to become a professional driver.
• Yao Xingfeng, a young man passionate about cars but with limited opportunities, sees the recruitment post.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng: A 16-17 year old dropout who works as a waiter, harboring a deep love for cars and racing. He decides to apply for the driver position, seeing it as a life-changing opportunity.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of Dreams: Yao Xingfeng's decision to apply for the driver position despite his humble background and limited experience highlights his determination to pursue his dreams.
• Opportunity and Chance: The recruitment represents a rare opportunity for Yao Xingfeng to improve his life and career prospects.

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng interacts with the online community on Hupu Forum, reading comments and considering the recruitment opportunity.
• Although not directly interacting with Jiuzhou Automobile, Yao Xingfeng's decision to apply is influenced by the company's recruitment message.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Xingfeng travels from Qing Province to Chengdu, staying overnight and incurring expenses.
• He visits the Jiuzhou Automobile dealership the next day, where he takes a written test and passes with a high score, earning a transportation subsidy.
• He proceeds to a dedicated venue for a driving interview, accompanied by an employee.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng demonstrates his knowledge and passion for racing, scoring high on a test about racing history and figures.
• He shows enthusiasm and eagerness to receive his transportation allowance.

Significant Themes

• The chapter highlights Yao Xingfeng's love for racing and his determination to secure a job related to it.
• It also touches on the importance of thorough preparation and attention to detail, as seen in Yao Xingfeng's carelessness in the test.

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng interacts with a salesperson at the Jiuzhou Automobile dealership, who is friendly and helpful.
• He meets Manager Wang from the Human Resources Department, who is professional and accommodating, arranging for Yao Xingfeng to complete all interview processes in one day.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Xingfeng arrives at a secluded racetrack owned by Jiuzhou Automobile's boss.
• The track includes an asphalt road with various curves and an off-road course.
• Yao Xingfeng sees five luxury sports cars parked in the lot, which he dreams of driving.
• He learns about the upcoming practical test: two hours to familiarize himself with the track in a low-speed electric vehicle, followed by a timed interview test with Jiuzhou Dongting.

Character Development

• Yao Xingfeng demonstrates his driving skills and enthusiasm for cars, showing his passion and talent.
• He strategizes about improving his lap times and maintaining high speeds during the test.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Passion: Yao Xingfeng's natural driving ability and enthusiasm for cars highlight the importance of talent and passion in one's pursuits.
• Opportunity: The racetrack and the chance to drive high-performance cars represent the opportunities that can change one's life.

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng interacts with a Human Resources Department employee who explains the test procedures and seems impressed by Yao Xingfeng's driving skills.
• A Jiuzhou Automobile coach observes Yao Xingfeng's driving and nods in approval.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Xingfeng improves rapidly in his driving skills in just two hours.
• He is introduced to the Jiuzhou Dongting, a high-performance car, and completes five laps on the track.
• His lap times improve with each attempt, showcasing his natural talent and adaptability.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng demonstrates exceptional aptitude for driving, indicating his potential as a race car driver.
• He exhibits focus, determination, and a growing understanding of the cars he drives.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Natural Ability: Yao Xingfeng's rapid improvement highlights the importance of talent and natural ability in driving.
• Adaptability: He quickly adapts to the Jiuzhou Dongting, showcasing his ability to learn and adjust to new situations.

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng interacts with employees from the Human Resources Department and the safety officer, who guide him through the driving process and assess his performance.
• His interaction with the Jiuzhou Dongting is notable, as he demonstrates a strong connection and understanding of the car's capabilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Vermilion Bird, a cutting-edge electric sports car, is completed after 20 days of final research and development.
• It incorporates numerous advanced technologies and surpasses current automotive industry standards.
• The first batch of viewers, including factory management, domestic agents, and Chen Qianjun, admire the Vermilion Bird.

Character Developments

• Xu Yifan, the president of Jiuzhou Automobile, is satisfied with the company's management under Deng Yingzhuo.
• Deng Yingzhuo, the company manager, has completed various procedural works for overseas expansion and product application.
• He also plans to promote Jiuzhou Automobile's products through online marketing and racing competitions.

Significant Themes

• The theme of technological advancement is prominent, with the Vermilion Bird representing the pinnacle of Jiuzhou Automobile's technology.
• The idea of domestic products challenging and surpassing international standards is also emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yifan and Deng Yingzhuo discuss the Vermilion Bird and the company's future plans.
• They agree on Deng Yingzhuo's plans for online marketing and racing competitions to promote Jiuzhou Automobile's products.
• The crowd admires the Vermilion Bird, expressing their excitement and anticipation for the car.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Yifan completes the Vermilion Bird and finds a talented driver, Yao Xingfeng, who is a four-star talent in vehicle driving.
• Yao Xingfeng, at 17 years old, has potential to reach six or even seven-star driver status with training.
• Xu Yifan visits the Qingbai District automobile facility to meet Yao Xingfeng and the other drivers.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng: Proven to be a highly talented driver with four-star potential.
• Xu Yifan: Excited about Yao Xingfeng's potential and eager to invest in his training.

Significant Themes

• Talent and hard work: Yao Xingfeng's four-star rating shows that natural talent is crucial, but hard work is also necessary (as seen in his rapid improvement).
• Vehicle performance vs. driver skill: Both are crucial in racing, with Jiuzhou Automobile's high-performance vehicles giving their drivers an edge.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yifan and Yao Xingfeng: Although not yet interacted in this chapter, Xu Yifan's excitement about Yao Xingfeng's potential hints at a positive relationship.
• Drivers at the Qingbai District facility: They admire the Vermilion Bird and discuss its potential, showing camaraderie and shared enthusiasm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Yifan unveils the Jiuzhou Vermilion Bird, a hypercar, to the Jiuzhou Driver Team.
• The team is informed about Jiuzhou Automobile's plan to participate in international races, starting with the Nürburgring Nordschleife (Nordschleife).
• Xu Yifan announces a competition among the drivers: the fastest to master the Vermilion Bird will drive it on the Nordschleife, and the one with the most improved driving skills will receive a 50,000 yuan reward.

Character Developments

• Xu Yifan: Shows his leadership and determination to prove the capabilities of domestic car manufacturers.
• The Jiuzhou Driver Team: Exhibits enthusiasm and competitiveness, eager to prove themselves and drive the Vermilion Bird on the Nordschleife.

Significant Themes

• National pride and the desire to prove domestic capabilities in the global automotive industry.
• The allure of competition, recognition, and rewards in driving and racing.
• The importance of training and skill improvement.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yifan interacts with the Jiuzhou Driver Team, motivating and challenging them.
• The drivers among themselves, expressing excitement, competitiveness, and camaraderie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the Nürburgring Circuit, a famous international racing track.
• Xu Yifan's team, including Yao Xingfeng, trains at the facility, with Yao becoming a Five-Star Driver in just ten days.
• The team sets off for Germany, with Yao experiencing his first flight.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng grows from an ordinary waiter to a skilled driver, earning a high salary, and experiencing new opportunities like driving luxury cars and traveling abroad.
• He reflects on his life changes and finds driving and work enjoyable.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of passion and determination (Yao Xingfeng's journey).
• The allure of speed, power, and control (Yao's fascination with driving).
• The transformative power of opportunities (Yao's life changes due to the Jiuzhou Automobile recruitment).

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng interacts with his teammates, sharing their excitement and determination to drive Jiuzhou Automobile's vehicles on the international circuit.
• The coach motivates the team, emphasizing the significance of their upcoming challenge at the Nürburgring.

Key Plot Points & Events

• The chapter introduces the Nürburgring Nordschleife, a renowned racetrack where Jiuzhou Automobile's models will make their international debut.
• Yao Xingfeng and other drivers have been training on the track for ten days, with Yao Xingfeng significantly outperforming the others.
• On an open day, Jiuzhou Automobile's models (Vermilion Bird, Dongting, and Taishan) participate in a lap event.
• Yao Xingfeng races against a foreigner in a Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, easily outperforming the other driver.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng demonstrates his exceptional driving skills, proving himself to be a top-tier driver.
• The foreign racing enthusiasts initially dismiss Jiuzhou Automobile's vehicles but are later impressed by Yao Xingfeng's performance.

Significant Themes

• The chapter explores the theme of first impressions and how they can be challenged or proven wrong (in this case, the foreign enthusiasts' initial underestimation of Jiuzhou Automobile's vehicles).
• It also touches on the theme of national pride, as Yao Xingfeng represents Huaxia (China) in the international racing scene.

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng interacts with foreign racing enthusiasts, initially facing language barriers and dismissive attitudes but later earning their respect through his driving skills.
• Yao Xingfeng and his coach prepare for the race, with the coach expressing confidence in Yao Xingfeng's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Xingfeng, driving Vermilion Bird, rapidly overtakes multiple cars on the Nürburgring Circuit, including a Mercedes-Benz.
• The Mercedes-Benz owner and his passenger are astonished by the speed and acceleration of the Chinese-made cars, including sedans and SUVs, which overtake them.
• Yao Xingfeng focuses on driving at extreme speeds, calculating braking and acceleration points intuitively.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng demonstrates exceptional driving skills and concentration at high speeds.
• The Mercedes-Benz owner and his passenger show curiosity and astonishment at the performance of Chinese cars.

Significant Themes

• The astonishment and curiosity surrounding the performance of Chinese-made vehicles.
• The focus and skill required for high-speed driving.

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng is solely focused on driving, with no interaction with other characters in this chapter.
• The Mercedes-Benz owner and his passenger interact, expressing their amazement at the overtaking Chinese cars.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Xingfeng drives the Jiuzhou Vermilion Bird on the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit.
• The Vermilion Bird completes a lap in 5 minutes and 17 seconds, breaking the speed limit for regular passenger vehicles on this track.
• The coach expresses excitement about the Vermilion Bird's performance and the potential for further improvement.

Character Developments

• Yao Xingfeng: Confident in his driving skills and the Vermilion Bird's capabilities, he believes they can achieve even faster lap times with practice.
• The Coach: Excited about the Vermilion Bird's performance and eager to book the track for further time trials.

Significant Themes

• The power and potential of the Jiuzhou Vermilion Bird.
• The thrill and challenge of racing on the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit.

Character Interactions

• Yao Xingfeng and the Coach: They discuss the Vermilion Bird's performance and plan for future laps.
• The drivers and coaches of Jiuzhou Automobile: They gather for a debrief after their laps, sharing experiences and receiving guidance from the coaches.
• Mo Jianyi and the foreign managers: Mo Jianyi, as the team's head and translator, interacts with the foreign managers who approach the Jiuzhou team in the parking lot.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mo Jianyi meets the Nürburgring Circuit's track manager, Patty Lewis.
• Patty Lewis is astonished by the performance of Jiuzhou Automobile's cars, particularly the Vermilion Bird, which broke the track's record.
• Patty Lewis is surprised to learn that Jiuzhou Automobile is a Huaxia-based company he's unfamiliar with.

Character Developments

• Mo Jianyi: Shows professionalism and confidence in introducing his company's cars.
• Patty Lewis: Demonstrates enthusiasm for racing and is impressed by the Jiuzhou Automobile's performance, expressing curiosity about the company.

Significant Themes

• The surprise and disbelief caused by the exceptional performance of Jiuzhou Automobile's cars.
• The introduction of Jiuzhou Automobile as a new player in the global automotive industry.

Character Interactions

• Mo Jianyi and Patty Lewis: They engage in a conversation where Patty Lewis expresses his astonishment at the cars' performance, and Mo Jianyi explains the background of Jiuzhou Automobile.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiuzhou Automobile's cars (Vermilion Bird, Dongting, and Taishan) impress racing enthusiasts at Nordschleife with their exceptional speed and performance.
• The Vermilion Bird, with its 1,800 horsepower and 2,500 Nm of torque, surpasses other sports cars on the track, leaving competitors astounded.
• Mo Jianyi introduces Jiuzhou Automobile and the Vermilion Bird to the gathered enthusiasts, revealing that it's an electric vehicle powered by the Vermilion Bird motor.

Character Developments

• Mo Jianyi demonstrates his professionalism and enthusiasm in promoting Jiuzhou Automobile and its products to potential customers.
• Patty Lewis, the racetrack manager, shows a keen interest in cars and is impressed by the performance of Jiuzhou Automobile's vehicles.

Significant Themes

• The chapter highlights the potential of electric vehicles (EVs) in terms of performance and speed, challenging the conventional notion that EVs are inferior to gasoline cars.
• It also emphasizes the power of first impressions and the impact of exceptional performance on potential customers.

Character Interactions

• Mo Jianyi interacts with Patty Lewis and the racing enthusiasts, answering their questions and providing detailed information about Jiuzhou Automobile and its cars.
• The racing enthusiasts discuss and marvel at the performance of Jiuzhou Automobile's vehicles, expressing their desire to drive and potentially purchase them.