Ch. 101The Game Shouldn't Be Making Money, Right?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The largest anime-related forum in the country is flooded with discussions about the game FGO, indicating its immense popularity.
  • The game's public beta launch sees a peak concurrent online player count of 3.41 million and a revenue of nearly 100 million yuan in a single day.

Character Developments

  • Lin Shuang, Li Xue's cousin, tries the game but finds it incompatible with her preferences due to her lack of familiarity with the FSN story.
  • Tang Yao, the game's producer, is nervous about the game's launch performance but maintains a calm demeanor.
  • Kang Ming, the game's director, is initially worried about the revenue but is later astonished by the game's immense success.

Significant Themes

  • The game's appeal to its target audience (otaku community) and its ability to generate revenue beyond expectations.
  • The power of word-of-mouth marketing and community engagement in driving a game's success.

Character Interactions

  • Lin Shuang's disinterest in the game contrasts with the enthusiasm of the otaku community, highlighting the game's appeal to its target audience.
  • Tang Yao and Kang Ming's interaction reveals their nervousness and excitement about the game's launch performance, showcasing their dedication and investment in the project.
  • The studio staff's reactions to the game's success reflect their surprise and awe at the game's performance, emphasizing the collective effort and shared excitement in the project's success.

Ch. 102Turn, Turn!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao's game, "Spinning Around," makes 94 million on its first day, surpassing expectations.
  • The studio erupts in cheers upon hearing the news.
  • Tang Yao announces bonuses and stock options for the team if the success continues.
  • The team's morale skyrockets, and they redouble their efforts on the Christmas version.
  • Tang Yao sneaks out to meet Li Xue, excitedly sharing the news.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao: Proves her business acumen and leadership by handling the team's success calmly and rewarding their hard work. Shows rare open emotion and excitement when sharing the news with Li Xue.
  • Li Xue: Initially surprised and flustered by Tang Yao's physical display of excitement, but responds with understanding and warmth.

Significant Themes

  • Success and its impact on team morale and cohesion.
  • Open expression of emotions and its rarity in Tang Yao's character.
  • Rewarding hard work and sharing success with the team.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and the team: Tang Yao acknowledges and rewards the team's hard work, boosting their morale and commitment.
  • Tang Yao and Li Xue: Tang Yao excitedly shares the news with Li Xue, leading to a rare display of physical affection and open emotion from Tang Yao. Li Xue responds with understanding and warmth.

Ch. 103Rich Woman

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao excitedly shares with Li Xue that the game's first-day revenue reached 94 million.
  • Li Xue is shocked by the success but accepts it after some time.
  • Tang Yao offers Li Xue a share in the studio, but Li Xue declines, saying she only wants to be considered a friend.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao: She is thrilled by the game's success and is grateful to Li Xue for her support. She is also more open about her feelings towards Li Xue.
  • Li Xue: She is initially surprised by the game's success but accepts it. She remains humble and only wants to be considered Tang Yao's friend.

Significant Themes

  • Friendship: The theme of friendship is prominent as both Tang Yao and Li Xue express their gratitude and affection for each other.
  • Success and Gratitude: Tang Yao's success makes her appreciate Li Xue's help even more, leading her to express her gratitude.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Li Xue: Their interaction is filled with joy, excitement, and mutual appreciation. Tang Yao playfully teases Li Xue, while Li Xue remains humble and gracious.

Ch. 104Manager Lin's Confidence

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lin Shuang, a manager at a venture capital firm, overhears her colleagues discussing a mobile game, Fate Grand Order, which they believe has great potential.
  • She initially dismisses the game but later becomes curious when she hears a celebrity is playing it.
  • Tang Yao, the game's producer, has a successful launch, with the game earning close to 100 million on its first day.

Character Developments

  • Lin Shuang: Initially skeptical about the mobile game's potential, she becomes more interested after learning about its success.
  • Tang Yao: After the successful launch of Fate Grand Order, she feels relieved and apologizes to her sister, Tang Xun, for her recent absence.

Significant Themes

  • The power of first impressions and initial skepticism.
  • The importance of perseverance and hard work, as seen in Tang Yao's struggle and eventual success.
  • The bond between sisters and their support for each other.

Character Interactions

  • Lin Shuang interacts with her colleagues, discussing the mobile game's potential.
  • Tang Yao and Tang Xun share a heartfelt moment, expressing their love and support for each other.

Ch. 105A Final Push

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Si Jinliang, the former boss of Mingyu Technology, discovers Fate/Grand Order and is amazed by its quality, art style, and monetization model.
  • He realizes the potential of mobile games and wants to start a new project but is held back by his financial situation.
  • He encounters Tang Yao and learns that The Land of Ideal, the studio she's working with, is behind Fate/Grand Order. He tries to convince her to change their game to a mobile one but is unsuccessful.

Character Developments

  • Si Jinliang: Realizes the potential of mobile games and wants to restart his career but is held back by debt.
  • Tang Yao: Starts to consider expanding her studio's operations and acquiring Mingyu Technology.

Significant Themes

  • The potential of mobile games in the industry.
  • The struggle between sticking to a plan and changing course based on new information.
  • The importance of operational staff in game management and promotion.

Character Interactions

  • Si Jinliang and Tang Yao: Si Jinliang tries to convince Tang Yao to change her game to a mobile one, but she declines.
  • Tang Yao and Kang Ming: They discuss the need for operational staff and the possibility of acquiring Mingyu Technology.

Ch. 106A Sad Story

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Mingyu Technology's game, Dou Pai, is about to shut down due to investor withdrawal, leading to a chaotic exploitation of remaining players.
  • Si Jinliang, Mingyu's CEO, discovers that Avalon Studio, located beside his company, is the developer of the hugely successful game Fate/Grand Order.
  • Si Jinliang realizes the stark contrast between the fates of their two companies, with Avalon thriving while Mingyu is collapsing.

Character Developments

  • Si Jinliang: Struggles with the reality of his company's failure and the success of Avalon Studio, leading to a moment of self-reflection and regret.
  • Yuan Yanbo: Recognizes the gap between Mingyu and Avalon, attributing it to their different bosses, and expresses regret for not joining Avalon.

Significant Themes

  • Failure and Success: The contrasting fates of Mingyu and Avalon highlight the theme of failure and success, with Si Jinliang's realization of his own shortcomings.
  • Leadership: The different outcomes of the two companies emphasize the importance of leadership, with the bosses' decisions and attitudes playing a crucial role in their success.

Character Interactions

  • Si Jinliang and Yuan Yanbo: Their conversation reveals Si Jinliang's shock and self-reflection, while Yuan Yanbo expresses regret for not joining Avalon.
  • Tang Yao (off-page): Tang Yao considers Kang Ming's proposal to acquire Mingyu Technology, reflecting on the company's value and her own thoughts on operations.

Ch. 107This Amount of Money Was Beneath My Cousin's Notice

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao plays Mingyu Technology's game, "Dou Pai," and finds it similar to Hearthstone, with aggressive monetization tactics.
  • Game companies, including the second-largest internet company in China, take notice of Fate/Grand Order's popularity and innovative approach.
  • Lin Shuang realizes the game's success when she sees positive reviews overwhelming negative ones.
  • Li Xue reveals to Lin Shuang that Fate/Grand Order's first-day revenue was 94 million yuan.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao becomes more interested in the technical aspects of games and starts thinking about the future of Avalon Studio.
  • Lin Shuang's initial skepticism about the game's success wavers as she sees its growing popularity.
  • Li Xue remains supportive of Tang Yao and her game, showing no signs of the initial tension between them.

Significant Themes

  • The shift in the gaming industry towards mobile platforms and the potential of 2D games in this new era.
  • The importance of understanding and catering to the target audience's preferences and behaviors.
  • The tension between aggressive monetization and user experience.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao continues to study competitors' games to improve her own.
  • Lin Shuang and Li Xue's relationship remains strained, with Lin Shuang still trying to understand the game's success, while Li Xue is more open about its performance.
  • Game companies start investigating Avalon Studio and discussing potential acquisitions or internal projects based on Fate/Grand Order's model.

Ch. 108Meeting? Not Close

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lin Shuang learns about Tang Yao's game from her cousin Li Xue.
  • Lin Shuang realizes the game's potential and the missed opportunity to invest.
  • She tries to convince Li Xue to transfer the promised equity to her, but Li Xue refuses.
  • Lin Shuang becomes obsessed with the idea of investing in the game, leading to a breakdown.

Character Developments

  • Lin Shuang: She transitions from her usual composed and queenly demeanor to a state of agitation and regret, driven by the potential of Tang Yao's game.
  • Li Xue: She remains calm and collected throughout the conversation, refusing to be swayed by Lin Shuang's attempts to profit from the situation.

Significant Themes

  • Regret and Opportunity: Lin Shuang's regret over missing the chance to invest in Tang Yao's game highlights the theme of missed opportunities and their lasting impact.
  • Money and Greed: The chapter explores the corrupting influence of money and how it can cloud judgment and lead to irrational behavior.

Character Interactions

  • Lin Shuang and Li Xue: Their conversation reveals their differing views on money and business. Lin Shuang is driven by greed and the desire to profit, while Li Xue remains grounded and uninterested in exploiting the situation.
  • Lin Shuang and Tang Yao (implied): Lin Shuang's regret is fueled by her memory of Tang Yao's anticipation, highlighting the contrast between their current situations.

Ch. 109Acquisition

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao considers acquiring Mingyu Technology, the company behind the struggling game Dou Pai.
  • She plays Dou Pai and finds it interesting despite its flaws, seeing potential in its lead developer, Si Jinliang.
  • Tang Yao decides to acquire Mingyu Technology to expand Avalon Studio and hire a professional operations team for Fate/Grand Order.
  • Si Jinliang, feeling defeated, decides to uninstall Dou Pai and work for someone else.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao: Shows growth in business acumen, considering studio expansion and strategic decisions.
  • Si Jinliang: Struggles with the failure of Dou Pai, questioning his abilities and considering working for someone else.

Significant Themes

  • Success and failure in game development.
  • The importance of talent recognition and team building in business.
  • The role of professional management in business growth.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Li Xue: Their friendship is highlighted as Tang Yao considers Li Xue's opinion in the acquisition process.
  • Tang Yao and Si Jinliang: Though they haven't interacted directly, Tang Yao's recognition of Si Jinliang's talent sets the stage for potential future interactions.

Ch. 110Change It Just Like That?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao visits Li Xue at a coffee shop, seeking her advice on acquiring Mingyu Technology.
  • Li Xue suggests buying the ownership of Mingyu Technology's game, Dou Pai, instead of acquiring the entire company.
  • Tang Yao and Li Xue visit Si Jinliang at Mingyu Technology, offering to buy the game's ownership.
  • Si Jinliang, planning to leave the game industry, agrees to sell the game's ownership but warns Tang Yao about the challenges of changing a TCG game into an online game.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao: Shows determination and confidence in her plans to expand Avalon Studio and acquire Dou Pai. She also demonstrates her understanding of game mechanics and her willingness to take risks.
  • Li Xue: Shows her business acumen and understanding of the gaming industry, providing valuable advice to Tang Yao. She also displays her concern for Tang Yao's well-being.
  • Si Jinliang: Realizes the extent of Avalon Studio's success and the likelihood of his company being absorbed. He decides to leave the game industry but is open to joining Avalon Studio to see the transformation of Dou Pai.

Significant Themes

  • Ambition and Risk-taking: Tang Yao's ambition for Avalon Studio's growth leads her to take risks, such as acquiring Dou Pai and inviting Si Jinliang to join her company.
  • Change and Adaptation: The theme of change is prevalent, with Tang Yao planning to change Dou Pai into a dual-platform game and Si Jinliang contemplating leaving the game industry.
  • Confidence and Self-belief: Tang Yao's confidence in her abilities and plans is a significant driving force in this chapter, as she believes she can change Dou Pai and make it successful.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Li Xue: Their friendship and mutual respect are evident as they discuss business and personal matters. Li Xue's concern for Tang Yao's well-being shows their close bond.
  • Tang Yao and Si Jinliang: Despite their different views on game mechanics and the future of Dou Pai, they maintain a respectful and professional demeanor. Si Jinliang's warning to Tang Yao shows his concern for her success, albeit in a roundabout way.
  • Li Xue and Si Jinliang: Their interaction is brief, but Li Xue's directness and professionalism make a strong impression on Si Jinliang.

Ch. 111A Promise

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao invites Si Jinliang to join Avalon Studio to work on Dou Pai's revival.
  • Si Jinliang agrees, despite his reservations about Tang Yao's understanding of card games and the potential backlash from former Mingyu Technology staff.
  • They discuss game ownership, studio rental, and equipment sale.
  • Tang Yao asks Si Jinliang to invite the competent Operations Team from Mingyu Technology to join Avalon Studio.
  • Tang Yao appoints Si Jinliang as the head of the project team for Avalon Studio's second game, with limited resources initially.

Character Developments

  • Si Jinliang: Struggles with his pride and the stigma of Dou Pai's failure but ultimately agrees to work with Tang Yao, showing growth in his ability to accept help and move past past failures.
  • Tang Yao: Demonstrates confidence in her abilities and Si Jinliang's, showing maturity and understanding in handling complex situations and people.

Significant Themes

  • Redemption and second chances: Si Jinliang's opportunity to revive Dou Pai and prove himself.
  • Trust and understanding: Tang Yao's trust in Si Jinliang's abilities and her understanding of his concerns.
  • The complexity of game design: The balance between simplicity, depth, and fun in card games.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Si Jinliang: Tang Yao's straightforward approach and Si Jinliang's initial skepticism lead to a mutual understanding and agreement.
  • Li Xue, Tang Yao, and Si Jinliang: Li Xue's practical questions and concerns help clarify the details of the agreement between Tang Yao and Si Jinliang.
  • Si Jinliang and the former Mingyu Technology staff: Si Jinliang anticipates potential awkwardness and backlash from his former subordinates but is willing to face it.

Ch. 112Looking Forward to It

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Si Jinliang goes to recruit former Mingyu Technology employees for Avalon Studio.
  • Tang Yao and Li Xue discuss the second game's development and Li Xue's discomfort in high heels.
  • Li Xue reveals that her cousin, Lin Shuang, has contacted her, expressing regret for not joining Avalon Studio.
  • Lin Shuang, after learning about Fate/Grand Order's revenue, becomes interested in investing in two-dimensional mobile games.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao shows understanding and support for Li Xue's unintentional revelation of game revenue to her cousin.
  • Lin Shuang quickly shifts her focus from regret to opportunity, showing her ambitious and opportunistic nature.

Significant Themes

  • The blue ocean market potential of two-dimensional mobile games.
  • The importance of strategic and operational space in game design.
  • The impact of regret and missed opportunities on decision-making.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Li Xue's friendship deepens as they discuss business and personal matters.
  • Lin Shuang's interaction with Li Xue highlights her competitive and ambitious nature.

Ch. 113By the Way

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao explains her game development philosophy to Li Xue, emphasizing the importance of script creation and character depth over gameplay.
  • She reveals that FGO's main story and event plots are designed to create an emotional connection with players, while the game's mechanics are kept simple and engaging.
  • Tang Yao expresses confidence in FGO's long-term success, despite the initial novelty of two-dimensional games wearing off, thanks to its story, characters, and underlying worldview.
  • Si Jinliang announces that the other company has agreed to join Avalon Studio.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao: Shows her strategic thinking and confidence in FGO's success, even after the initial novelty wears off. She also demonstrates her ability to foresee market changes and plan for long-term operation.
  • Li Xue: Initially curious and a bit worried about Tang Yao's plans, she later shows understanding and support. She also displays a playful and teasing side when alone with Tang Yao.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of story and character development in games, especially in two-dimensional games.
  • The difference between short-term popularity and long-term success in gaming.
  • The strategic planning and foresight required for successful game development.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao & Li Xue: Their conversation reveals Li Xue's support for Tang Yao's plans and her playful side. They share a moment of understanding and connection, with Li Xue teasing Tang Yao about her interest in skirts and stockings.
  • Tang Yao & Si Jinliang: Si Jinliang's return interrupts a potentially revealing moment between Tang Yao and Li Xue, and he announces the successful merger with another company.

Ch. 114The Stepping Stone

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lin Shuang leaks Fate/Grand Order's first-day revenue, causing a stir in the game market.
  • Investors rush to create similar anime-style games, with Lin Shuang investing in two promising projects.
  • Si Jinliang and the Operations Team from Mingyu Technology officially join Avalon Studio.

Character Developments

  • Lin Shuang regains confidence and invests in two projects inspired by Fate/Grand Order's success.
  • Tang Yao introduces Si Jinliang and the Operations Team to Avalon Studio, aiming to integrate them into the company.
  • Si Jinliang accepts his new role as the leader of the second project team, working on revamping the game Dou Pai.

Significant Themes

  • The impact of Fate/Grand Order's success on the game market and industry trends.
  • The challenges and opportunities that come with rapid growth and expansion in a startup environment.
  • The importance of adaptability and acceptance of change in the face of new circumstances.

Character Interactions

  • Lin Shuang's interaction with potential investors highlights her determination to find the next big game after Fate/Grand Order.
  • Tang Yao's introduction of Si Jinliang and the Operations Team to Avalon Studio showcases her leadership and vision for the company's future.
  • Si Jinliang's struggle to recruit team members for the second project team reveals the challenges he faces in his new role and the skepticism of his former colleagues.

Ch. 115Co-publishing?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao decides not to assign someone to work with Si Jinliang on Dou Pai immediately, but agrees to discuss it later.
  • Avalon Studio moves out of their original location, and Tang Yao chooses to sit outside with the rest of the staff instead of moving into Si Jinliang's former independent office.
  • Chu Yuxin approaches Tang Yao, expressing concerns about Si Jinliang's intentions and the former Mingyu Technology staff's hesitation to work with him.
  • Tang Yao reassures Chu Yuxin and the others, expressing her confidence in reviving Dou Pai and inviting them to join once they see the revamped gameplay.
  • Shi Wanglin volunteers to join the second project group working on Dou Pai.
  • Tang Yao discusses the next version of FGO with Yuan Yanbo, who suggests promoting the game on ACG-related forums and websites, including AnimationFan (ANF).

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao demonstrates understanding and empathy towards the former Mingyu Technology staff, reassuring them and showing confidence in her plans.
  • Si Jinliang remains professional and willing to work alone if necessary, showing anticipation for the project.
  • Chu Yuxin represents the former Mingyu Technology staff's concerns and hesitations, reflecting their desire to prove themselves despite their past failure.
  • Shi Wanglin shows interest in card games and volunteers to join the second project group, displaying adaptability and eagerness for new challenges.
  • Yuan Yanbo shows initial difficulty adjusting to promoting content seriously but quickly regains his focus and provides valuable insights.

Significant Themes

  • Overcoming past failures and proving oneself.
  • Building trust and confidence among team members.
  • The importance of understanding and empathy in leadership.
  • The challenges and opportunities of cross-platform cooperation.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Si Jinliang discuss Dou Pai, showing mutual respect and professionalism.
  • Tang Yao and Chu Yuxin discuss the former Mingyu Technology staff's concerns, with Tang Yao reassuring them and showing understanding.
  • Shi Wanglin volunteers to join the second project group, showing eagerness and adaptability.
  • Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo discuss the next version of FGO, with Yuan Yanbo providing valuable insights and Tang Yao showing appreciation for his ideas.

Ch. 116Investment

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao notices the struggling state of two-dimensional cultural communities and video websites in this world, unlike the thriving Bilibili in his previous life.
  • He learns about AnimationFan (ANF), a struggling two-dimensional video website with a dedicated core user base but no genuine new anime or monetization strategy.
  • Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo discuss potential collaboration with ANF for Fate/Grand Order's promotion, considering joint operations or investment.
  • They decide to first create an official ANF account for the game, release the new version's promotional video there, and gauge user feedback before proceeding with investment talks.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao shows strategic thinking and long-term vision, considering the game's ecosystem and future promotional needs.
  • Yuan Yanbo becomes more enthusiastic and proactive about the ANF collaboration, seeing its potential for Fate/Grand Order and other games.
  • Li Xue, though not directly involved, influences Tang Yao's decision to invest in ANF, as she understands animation and manga, and Tang Yao hopes to invite her to ACG later.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle of two-dimensional cultural communities and video websites in this world, contrasting with Tang Yao's previous life.
  • The importance of a dedicated user base and community for game promotion and success.
  • Long-term strategic thinking and planning for game development and promotion.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo collaborate and brainstorm ideas for ANF collaboration, showing a productive working relationship.
  • Tang Yao's thoughts about Li Xue and her potential involvement in ACG hint at their growing connection.

Ch. 117Huh?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cai Quan, the founder of AnimationFan (ANF), is struggling to keep his anime video website afloat due to heavy losses and lack of investment.
  • ANF has over 200,000 users but relies on passion-driven creators and has low ad conversion rates, making it unattractive to investors.
  • Yuan Yanbo from Avalon Studio sends an email to ANF expressing interest in investing, but ANF responds by offering to sell the website instead.
  • The ANF operations team is eager to sell, while Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo are interested in acquiring the website to use it as a promotional platform for anime games.

Character Developments

  • Cai Quan: Struggled to maintain ANF due to financial losses and lack of investment. He's desperate and excited about the potential acquisition by Avalon Studio.
  • Wen Fei: ANF's co-founder and Cai Quan's cousin. She's pragmatic and calls the website 'crappy,' reflecting her frustration with its financial state.
  • Tang Yao: Showed determination to acquire ANF despite its dire situation, seeing its potential as a promotional platform for anime games.

Significant Themes

  • Financial Struggles: The chapter highlights the financial difficulties faced by niche video websites like ANF, which struggle to monetize their user base.
  • Potential of Anime Culture: Tang Yao recognizes the potential of ANF's core anime user base, suggesting that anime culture can be a driving force for growth.
  • Desperation vs. Opportunity: Cai Quan's desperation to sell ANF contrasts with Tang Yao's eagerness to acquire it, illustrating how opportunities can arise from dire situations.

Character Interactions

  • Cai Quan and Wen Fei: Their interaction shows their differing views on ANF's value, with Cai Quan being more emotionally invested and Wen Fei being more pragmatic.
  • Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo: They discuss the potential of ANF, with Tang Yao showing determination to acquire it despite its financial struggles, while Yuan Yanbo is more cautious.

Ch. 118Sold

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cai Quan and Wen Fei, the founders of ANF (Anime, Comics, Games) website, visit Avalon Studio to discuss selling their website.
  • They meet Yuan Yanbo, who is now with Avalon Studio, and are surprised to find the studio's boss, Tang Yao, is a young woman.
  • Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo discuss the acquisition of ANF, with Yuan Yanbo pointing out its issues and Tang Yao deciding to buy it despite its problems.

Character Developments

  • Cai Quan: Nervous and not business-savvy, but passionate about ACG. He's honest about ANF's struggles and his lack of business acumen.
  • Wen Fei: More composed than Cai Quan, she acknowledges their limitations in running a company and is open about their struggles.
  • Tang Yao: Despite her young age, she's confident in her decision to buy ANF, showing her business acumen and determination to grow the ACG community.
  • Yuan Yanbo: He's professional and observant, noticing the issues with ANF and guiding the conversation.

Significant Themes

  • The Struggles of Niche Communities: ANF represents a niche ACG community facing financial and operational challenges.
  • The Importance of Professional Management: Both Cai Quan and Wen Fei acknowledge their lack of business skills and the need for professional management to grow ANF.
  • The Potential of ACG Culture: Tang Yao sees the potential in the ACG community and believes ANF can grow under professional management.

Character Interactions

  • Cai Quan and Wen Fei: They complement each other, with Cai Quan being more passionate and nervous, while Wen Fei is more composed and pragmatic.
  • Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo: They work well together, with Yuan Yanbo guiding the conversation and Tang Yao making the final decision.
  • Tang Yao and Cai Quan/Wen Fei: Tang Yao is gentle and understanding with the founders, acknowledging their struggles and making them feel at ease despite the business discussion.

Ch. 119Settled

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao decides to acquire the startup company ANF, which runs a two-dimensional video platform.
  • She offers to keep Cai Quan and Wen Fei, the founders, to manage the website after the acquisition.
  • Tang Yao proposes a performance-based agreement for them, with the target being user growth over three years.
  • Cai Quan and Wen Fei agree to the terms and will move their team to work with Avalon Studio.

Character Developments

  • Tang Yao: Shows her business acumen and strategic thinking in acquiring ANF and retaining its founding team. She demonstrates her understanding of the two-dimensional culture and her long-term vision for the platform.
  • Cai Quan and Wen Fei: Initially desperate to sell their website, they gain new hope and confidence after Tang Yao's offer. They show eagerness to continue working on their website under her guidance.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and Partnership: Tang Yao's offer to keep the founding team shows her trust in their capabilities and her desire for a smooth transition. The founders, in turn, show their willingness to continue working under her leadership.
  • Long-term Vision: Tang Yao's plan for ANF reflects her long-term vision for the platform and its role in promoting two-dimensional games. She understands the value of the platform's culture and user experience.
  • Performance-based Agreements: Tang Yao's proposal of a performance-based agreement highlights the importance of results and growth in her business strategy.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Cai Quan/Wen Fei: Their interaction shows Tang Yao's ability to understand and address the founders' concerns, while also communicating her expectations clearly. The founders, in turn, show their eagerness and willingness to work with her.
  • Tang Yao and Yuan Yanbo: Their interaction shows Tang Yao's delegation of tasks and her clear vision for the promotion of FGO on the ANF platform.

Ch. 120A Promising Venture?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Tang Yao's acquisition of ANF (Anime & Novel Fans) website is finalized.
  • ANF's operations team moves to Avalon Studio and will temporarily work alongside them.
  • Cai Quan, the former CEO, successfully repurchases the equity held by the venture capital fund.
  • Tang Yao outlines his plans for ANF, including adding manga and game sections, and integrating them with Fate/Grand Order (FGO).

Character Developments

  • Cai Quan: Becomes more relieved and optimistic about ANF's future under Tang Yao's leadership.
  • Lin Shuang (Evolution Venture Capital): Disappointed with the niche market and lack of profit model in ANF, she decides to terminate their assistance management agreement and encourages her team to focus on two-dimensional games and mobile games.

Significant Themes

  • Acquisition and Takeover: Tang Yao's acquisition of ANF and his subsequent plans to integrate it with Avalon Studio's FGO.
  • IP Linkage and Ecological Integration: Tang Yao's strategy to build ANF into a comprehensive two-dimensional platform, linking manga, animation, and games.
  • Investment Decisions: Lin Shuang's decision-making process based on market potential and profit models, contrasting with the investment manager's optimism about ANF.

Character Interactions

  • Tang Yao and Cai Quan: Tang Yao shares his vision for ANF with Cai Quan, who is impressed and eager to work together.
  • Lin Shuang and the Investment Manager: Lin Shuang scolds the investment manager for his interest in ANF, emphasizing the importance of focusing on two-dimensional games and mobile games.
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