Ch. 1Who Are You?
Key Plot Points and Events
- Zhang Hao's computer is hacked, and an unknown entity starts communicating with him through text on his stock trading account.
- The entity proposes a cooperation, with Zhang Hao providing money and the entity providing effort, splitting profits 90:10 in the entity's favor.
- Zhang Hao, amused and thinking he's dealing with a scammer, haggles and agrees to a 70:30 split.
- The entity sells all of Zhang Hao's stocks and uses his bank money to buy a highly volatile, low-value stock at its daily limit down.
- Zhang Hao's bank account is left with only 100,000 yuan, and he's unable to control his phone or computer.
Character Development
- Zhang Hao starts as a calm and thoughtful individual, amused by the situation, but quickly becomes angry, frustrated, and desperate as he realizes the severity of the situation.
Significant Themes
- Greed and its consequences (Zhang Hao's initial amusement and willingness to cooperate due to the promise of making money, leading to his financial ruin).
- Powerlessness and loss of control (Zhang Hao's inability to control his computer and phone, and his helplessness in the face of his financial loss).
- The unknown and its potential dangers (The entity's identity and intentions remain unclear, adding to Zhang Hao's distress).
Character Interactions
- Zhang Hao interacts with the unknown entity through text on his computer and phone screen.
- Zhang Hao's attempts to regain control of his devices and account are futile, highlighting his powerlessness in the situation.