Ch. 121Xiaomi Auto: First Impressions

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Guangjia Aerospace's Pioneer Two rocket successfully launches and docks with Tiangong-1, marking a significant achievement in China's space program.
  • Xiaomi Auto unveils its first cars, the su7 and the Ultra, to Lei Jun and Chen Yuanguang. The su7 is a sports sedan inspired by Porsche, while the Ultra is a unique, high-performance sports car.
  • Chen Yuanguang test drives both cars and provides feedback to Lei Jun.

Character Developments

  • Lei Jun: Confident in Xiaomi Auto's potential, he aims to make affordable, high-quality cars. He invites Chen Yuanguang to endorse Xiaomi Auto, seeing the value in his reputation and achievements.
  • Chen Yuanguang: He is impressed by the Xiaomi su7 and Ultra, appreciating their design and performance. He understands the market strategy behind Xiaomi Auto's pricing and positioning.

Significant Themes

  • Innovation and Competition: Xiaomi Auto aims to disrupt the traditional automotive market by offering high-quality, affordable cars, much like Xiaomi did in the smartphone industry.
  • Endorsement and Brand Power: Lei Jun seeks Chen Yuanguang's endorsement to boost Xiaomi Auto's brand power, highlighting the importance of reputation and influence in the market.
  • Space Technology and Automotive Industry: The connection between Guangjia Aerospace and Xiaomi Auto suggests a potential synergy between space technology and the automotive industry.

Character Interactions

  • Lei Jun and Chen Yuanguang: They discuss the design and market strategy of Xiaomi Auto, with Lei Jun seeking Chen Yuanguang's endorsement and feedback. Their interaction reveals their shared understanding of the market and consumer behavior.
  • Chen Yuanguang and the Cars: Chen Yuanguang's test drives of the su7 and Ultra highlight his appreciation for their design, performance, and unique features, showing his understanding of the automotive market.

Ch. 122Lin Jia's View

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang and Lei Jun discuss the Xiaomi su7 and Ultra models.
  • Chen Yuanguang suggests adding unique technologies and intelligent features to the Ultra.
  • Lin Jia expresses her doubts about Xiaomi Auto's success and discusses potential strategies for Guangjia Technology.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Becomes more rational and analytical in his thinking, questioning his emotional color in his writing. He also shows a long-term vision for asteroid mining and luxury cars.
  • Lin Jia: Demonstrates her strategic thinking and understanding of business cases, providing critical insights into Xiaomi Auto's potential challenges and Guangjia Technology's future plans.

Significant Themes

  • The challenges and opportunities of entering new markets (Xiaomi Auto).
  • The role of technology and innovation in competitive industries.
  • The importance of long-term vision and strategic planning.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang and Lei Jun: Discuss the potential of Xiaomi's new cars, with Chen Yuanguang providing suggestions and Lei Jun being open to his ideas.
  • Chen Yuanguang and Lin Jia: Engage in a conversation about Xiaomi Auto's prospects, with Lin Jia expressing her doubts and Chen Yuanguang sharing his long-term vision. They also discuss the possibility of Lin Jia joining Xiaomi Auto as an executive.

Ch. 123New Energy Automakers React

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lin Jia is offered a new position at Xiaomi Auto by Chen Yuanguang.
  • Xiao Peng live-streams its MPV, the Xiao Peng X9, equipped with Perovskite batteries, demonstrating its range capabilities and reduced range anxiety.
  • New energy vehicle companies, including Weilai and Li Auto, announce their plans to adopt Perovskite battery technology.
  • Tesla's sales in China drop significantly due to its inability to use Perovskite batteries.

Character Developments

  • Lin Jia shows interest in the new energy vehicle industry and agrees to join Xiaomi Auto.
  • Chen Yuanguang demonstrates his open-mindedness and willingness to delegate work at Guangjia Aerospace.
  • Musk is shown to be a technology enthusiast but faces challenges due to political restrictions.

Significant Themes

  • Technology and Innovation: The introduction of Perovskite batteries disrupts the electric vehicle market, showcasing the impact of technological advancements.
  • Nationalism and Patriotism: Chinese consumers prefer domestic brands when they offer comparable or superior technology, highlighting nationalistic sentiments.
  • Competition and Market Dynamics: The electric vehicle market is portrayed as dynamic and competitive, with companies responding to new technologies and consumer preferences.

Character Interactions

  • Lin Jia and Chen Yuanguang discuss her potential role at Xiaomi Auto, demonstrating their professional relationship and mutual respect.
  • Executives from various new energy vehicle companies interact with consumers through live streams and social media, showcasing their marketing strategies and responses to consumer demands.
  • Musk and the President of Greater China discuss Tesla's sales decline, highlighting the challenges faced by foreign companies in the Chinese market.

Ch. 124American Characteristics

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chinese new energy vehicle companies announce plans to alleviate range anxiety using perovskite batteries, while Tesla, the leading American company, does not support this technology.
  • Tesla's lobbying efforts in Washington face obstacles due to political sensitivities and Musk's support for the former president.
  • Musk expresses dissatisfaction with the lack of progress and demands results from his lobbyist, Max Bokas.
  • Bokas suggests a workaround: creating a new company to produce Tesla vehicles with perovskite batteries, registered and produced overseas.

Character Developments

  • Elon Musk: Frustrated with the political situation, he demands immediate results from Bokas and is open to Bokas' workaround solution.
  • Max Bokas: Maintains a calm demeanor despite Musk's dissatisfaction. He uses his political acumen and experience to propose a creative solution.

Significant Themes

  • Political influence and lobbying in American politics.
  • The complex relationship between the U.S. and China, particularly regarding technology and business.
  • The impact of political sensitivities on business operations.

Character Interactions

  • Musk and Bokas: Their interaction highlights Musk's impatience and Bokas' strategic thinking. Despite their differing approaches, they find common ground in Bokas' proposed workaround.
  • Bokas and other lobbyists: Bokas mentions other prominent lobbyists, indicating the competitive nature of the lobbying industry in Washington.

Ch. 125Initial Exploration of the China Compound Eye Project

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chinese car companies, led by Xiaomi Auto, announce plans to integrate advanced solar technology in their vehicles.
  • Xiaomi's Lei Jun hints at disruptive technology, sparking curiosity and competition from rivals.
  • Chen Yuanguang visits the China Compound Eye Project, a radar system developed by Guangjia Aerospace.

Character Developments

  • Lei Jun maintains his enigmatic and ambitious persona, hinting at revolutionary technology in Xiaomi's upcoming vehicles.
  • Chen Yuanguang demonstrates exceptional talent and leadership in collaboration with Academician Mao Ke, driving the China Compound Eye Project's development.

Significant Themes

  • Competition and innovation in the Chinese automotive industry, focusing on new energy vehicles and advanced technologies.
  • Collaboration and knowledge exchange between academia and industry, as seen in Chen Yuanguang and Mao Ke's work on the radar project.

Character Interactions

  • Lei Jun interacts with Xiao Peng and Li Bin, competitors who seek information about Xiaomi's upcoming technology.
  • Chen Yuanguang collaborates with Mao Ke, leading to productive discussions and advancements in the China Compound Eye Project.
  • Chen Yuanguang helps Lin Jia secure a position at Xiaomi Auto, demonstrating his mentorship and support.

Ch. 126Guangjia Aerospace's New Round of Financing

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Guangjia Aerospace needs to recruit talent proficient in radar and algorithms for the China Compound Eye Project.
  • Chen Yuanguang and Mao Ke discuss recruitment strategies, and Chen Yuanguang agrees to host a recruitment fair at the Chinese Academy of Sciences Institute of Electronics.
  • Chen Yuanguang visits the China Compound Eye Project in Yudu and posts a Weibo update to recruit algorithm talents.
  • Guangjia Aerospace plans to raise 5 billion US dollars (35 billion RMB) in a new round of fundraising, with over 700 investment institutions attending.
  • Chen Yuanguang presents the fundraising plan, stating that dividends will not be distributed until asteroid mining is successful.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang shows his commitment to Guangjia Aerospace's long-term goal of asteroid mining, prioritizing R&D investment over dividends.
  • Mao Ke demonstrates his understanding of the market and his students' needs, helping them seize opportunities.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of talent acquisition for technological advancements.
  • The long-term vision and commitment required for groundbreaking projects like asteroid mining.
  • The role of investment institutions in supporting innovative projects and managing risks.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang and Mao Ke collaborate on recruitment strategies for the China Compound Eye Project.
  • Chen Yuanguang interacts with investment managers like Duan Zhizhong and Chen Jing'an, discussing Guangjia Aerospace's fundraising plans and the potential relocation of its R&D center.

Ch. 127Extremely High Risk

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang presents Guangjia Aerospace's plan to build an independent space station for space mining.
  • The estimated cost is 35 billion RMB, with the potential for additional funding needed later.
  • Chen Yuanguang expects to complete the design and launch within three years, with the space station continuously expanded afterward.
  • The space station will serve as a transfer station for space mining, with automatic mining equipment and electric propulsion.
  • Chen Yuanguang is open about the project's high risk and uncertainty.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Shows his determination and vision by presenting the ambitious space station project. He's transparent about the risks and his personal commitment to the project.
  • Lin Jia: Supports Chen Yuanguang's ideas and believes in the project's potential benefits for humanity.
  • Investment Managers: Display varying levels of understanding, skepticism, and interest in the project. Some, like Phillip from Sequoia Capital, are more knowledgeable about space projects.

Significant Themes

  • Ambition and vision: Chen Yuanguang's grand goal of space mining and his willingness to take on high risks.
  • Transparency and honesty: Chen Yuanguang's open communication about the project's risks and uncertainties.
  • The high cost and uncertainty of space projects: The project's massive funding requirement and the potential for additional funds needed later.
  • The potential of space for various industries: The discussion of manufacturing human organs, optical fibers, and water resources in space.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang interacts with various investment managers, answering their questions and addressing their concerns.
  • Lin Jia supports Chen Yuanguang's ideas but doesn't actively participate in the discussion.
  • Investment managers discuss the project among themselves, expressing their thoughts and doubts. Some, like Li Zhaohui from Goose Factory, are more open to the project's long-term potential.

Ch. 128Financing Results

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang refuses to list Guangjia Aerospace on Nasdaq due to concerns about foreign control and market pricing.
  • The company raises 23.67 billion RMB in this round, short of the expected 35 billion.
  • miHoYo and Goose Factory are among the top investors, surprising Lin Jia.
  • Lin Jia suggests tactics to raise funds, but Chen Yuanguang is unwilling.
  • Hefei offers to cover any remaining financing needs if Guangjia Aerospace headquarters is located there.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Stands firm on his principles, unwilling to compromise on listing or use tactics to raise funds.
  • Lin Jia: Shows flexibility and strategic thinking in handling problems, trying to convince Chen Yuanguang to consider alternative methods.

Significant Themes

  • The tension between Chen Yuanguang's principles and the practical realities of business.
  • The challenges of raising funds for innovative, long-term projects.
  • The differences in work styles and approaches between Chen Yuanguang and Lin Jia.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang and Lin Jia discuss fundraising strategies, with Lin Jia suggesting tactics and Chen Yuanguang refusing to compromise.
  • Lin Jia shares her thoughts on the advantages and disadvantages of locating Guangjia Aerospace in Pengcheng, Hefei, or Yanjing.
  • Chen Yuanguang considers Hefei's offer to cover remaining financing needs.

Ch. 129Add Fuel to the Fire

Key Plot Points and Events

  • China's stock market is criticized for prioritizing corporate financing over investor dividends.
  • Guangjia Aerospace's IPO is discouraged by Chen Yuanguang, leading to limited investment.
  • The company successfully launches its Pioneer Two rocket multiple times, gaining investor confidence.
  • The European Union (EU) shows interest in purchasing Guangjia Aerospace's reusable rocket technology.
  • Joseph, the head of the European Space Agency, faces resistance from the EU Parliament, which is hesitant to upset the US.
  • Joseph turns to France for help, aiming to use French commercial aerospace companies to facilitate the technology transfer.
  • Room-temperature superconductor LK99 gains global attention, with Chen Yuanguang considering its commercial potential.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Becomes more strategic and calculating, considering the commercial potential of LK99 to fill Guangjia Aerospace's funding gap.
  • Joseph: Frustrated with the EU Parliament's reluctance, turns to France for help in pursuing the deal with Guangjia Aerospace.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle for independence and self-reliance in the aerospace industry, both for China and the EU.
  • The influence of political interests on technological development and cooperation.
  • The potential of disruptive technologies (like room-temperature superconductors) and their impact on global attention and investment.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang interacts with investors, showing his determination not to list the company.
  • Joseph interacts with EU Parliament members, facing resistance to his plans.
  • Joseph collaborates with Ulf and *** to find an alternative path for the technology transfer, turning to France for help.

Ch. 130Does Chen Yuanguang Really Have the Qualifications?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The world is abuzz with excitement over the potential of room-temperature superconductivity technology, symbolized by the Korean material LK99.
  • Chen Yuanguang, a renowned materials scientist, posts on Weibo stating that LK99's superconductivity originates from its Cu2S structure, not from LK99 itself.
  • The academic community and the public debate the authenticity of LK99 and Chen Yuanguang's claims. A month later, the consensus shifts towards Chen Yuanguang's perspective.
  • Guangjia Aerospace successfully replicates and improves upon LK99, creating a material that exhibits clear superconducting properties at room temperature.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: He demonstrates his expertise and intuition in materials science by accurately predicting the source of LK99's superconductivity. His academic reputation and influence grow, as seen in the respect and support he receives from the public and his colleagues.
  • LK99 Researchers: While not directly developed by them, the material LK99 gains significant attention and controversy. Their work is initially questioned but later vindicated as the academic community accepts Chen Yuanguang's interpretation.
  • Guangjia Aerospace Researchers: They successfully replicate and improve upon LK99, showcasing their competence and dedication. They express admiration and respect for Chen Yuanguang, referring to him as "boss" or "God of Light."

Significant Themes

  • Scientific Intuition and Expertise: Chen Yuanguang's ability to predict the source of LK99's superconductivity highlights the value of scientific intuition and deep expertise in a field.
  • Public Debate and Opinion: The controversy surrounding LK99 demonstrates the role of public debate and opinion in shaping scientific consensus and understanding.
  • Reputation and Influence: Chen Yuanguang's academic reputation and influence are evident in the respect he commands from the public and his colleagues, as well as the impact of his statements on the stock market.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang and the Public: Chen Yuanguang interacts with the public through his Weibo post, sparking debate and discussion about LK99's authenticity.
  • Chen Yuanguang and Guangjia Aerospace Researchers: While not directly interacting, the researchers at Guangjia Aerospace express admiration and respect for Chen Yuanguang, acknowledging his contributions to their success.
  • LK99 Researchers and the Academic Community: The LK99 researchers initially face skepticism from the academic community but later gain vindication as the consensus shifts towards Chen Yuanguang's interpretation.

Ch. 131Chapter 128

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Guangjia Aerospace achieves room-temperature superconductivity.
  • Chen Yuanguang posts a video of the superconductor on Weibo, causing a sensation.
  • The Chinese government and investors react to the news.
  • Pengcheng Science and Technology Park is temporarily locked down.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang gains more recognition and respect due to his achievement.
  • Duan Zhizhong and Li Rui, employees of the Emerging Industries Development Fund, are assigned tasks related to the discovery.
  • Netizens and the public are excited and skeptical about the room-temperature superconductivity claim.

Significant Themes

  • The pursuit of scientific breakthroughs and their impact on society.
  • The role of the internet and social media in disseminating and reacting to news.
  • The potential of room-temperature superconductivity to usher in a new era.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang interacts with his employees, investors, and the public through his Weibo post.
  • Duan Zhizhong and Li Rui communicate with their superiors and colleagues regarding the lockdown and their new tasks.
  • Netizens discuss and react to Chen Yuanguang's Weibo post, expressing excitement, skepticism, and disbelief.

Ch. 132The Chip Curtain Has Effectively Been Broken

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The park where Guangjia Aerospace's R&D center is located is suddenly locked down due to the company's achievement in room-temperature superconductivity.
  • The news spreads rapidly, causing a nationwide celebration in China and global attention.
  • Professor He, a skeptic, admits his mistake and plans to eat excrement as promised.
  • In the US, an emergency meeting is held to discuss the potential impact of room-temperature superconductivity on global strategy.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang (God of Light): Becomes an international sensation and a symbol of hope for room-temperature superconductivity.
  • Professor He: Admits his mistake and accepts the reality of room-temperature superconductivity.

Significant Themes

  • The impact of technological breakthroughs on society and geopolitics.
  • The power of public opinion and the influence of social media.
  • The importance of humility and accepting one's mistakes, as demonstrated by Professor He.

Character Interactions

  • The Chinese public and netizens engage in lively discussions about room-temperature superconductivity.
  • Professor He interacts with his academic peers, leading to his admission of the breakthrough.
  • US officials and researchers discuss the potential implications of the breakthrough and plan their response.

Ch. 133Light Chen's Hurricane

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Light Chen announces the achievement of Room-Temperature Superconductivity (RTSC) on Weibo, causing global market turmoil.
  • US Stocks evaporate $500 billion, Nasdaq Index drops 3%, and copper and gold surge due to increased demand for copper in RTSC production.
  • Chen Yuanguang (Light Chen) is escorted to Guangjia Aerospace R&D Center for safety, with heightened security measures.
  • US government holds a press conference to address Chen's achievement and its implications.

Character Developments

  • Light Chen: Demonstrates his creativity and technological prowess, posing a threat to the US's global dominance.
  • Stephen (US official): Recognizes the significance of RTSC and Chen's threat, advocating for a countermeasure against Chen.
  • Jeffrey (White House Chief of Staff): Struggles to keep up with technological advancements and their strategic implications.

Significant Themes

  • Technological advancements and their global impact.
  • US-China technological competition and strategic crisis.
  • The potential of Room-Temperature Superconductivity to revolutionize various fields.

Character Interactions

  • Light Chen interacts with his colleagues, expressing his excitement and reassuring them about the situation.
  • US officials discuss strategies to deal with Light Chen and secure RTSC technology.
  • Light Chen communicates with Lin Jia, his contact at the Ministry of Science and Technology, discussing the implications of his announcement and his safety measures.

Ch. 134I Suppose This Counts as Winning the Lottery Too

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang posts on Weibo about his room-temperature superconductor, causing a stir.
  • Officials and experts, including Director Chen and Academician Chen Xianhui, rush to verify the claim.
  • Chen Yuanguang demonstrates the superconductor, and Academician Chen confirms its authenticity.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Maintains his calm and confident demeanor, providing detailed explanations about his discovery.
  • Academician Chen Xianhui: Initially skeptical, he becomes convinced and deeply moved after seeing the superconductor. He regrets not pursuing the one-dimensional superconductivity theory earlier in his career.

Significant Themes

  • Scientific Breakthrough and Belief: The chapter explores the impact of a groundbreaking scientific discovery on the scientific community and the personal beliefs of scientists.
  • Luck vs. Skill: The discussion between Chen Yuanguang and Chen Xianhui touches on the role of luck versus skill in scientific achievements.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang and Academician Chen Xianhui: They have a respectful and informative conversation about the superconductor, with Chen Xianhui asking questions and Chen Yuanguang providing detailed explanations.
  • Director Chen and Chen Yuanguang: They have a brief interaction, with Director Chen expressing his respect and admiration for Chen Yuanguang's achievement.

Ch. 135The Unimaginable Strategic Space and Strategic Initiative

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang successfully creates a room-temperature superconductor using a unique magnetic field control method.
  • Director Chen visits Chen Yuanguang to discuss the strategic implications of the discovery and make arrangements for its future.
  • The Chinese government decides to relocate the Guangjia Aerospace research center to Shenhai and provide high-level protection for Chen Yuanguang.
  • The government also plans to arrange an exclusive interview with Chen Yuanguang on CCTV to publicize the discovery.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Realizes the strategic importance of his discovery and agrees to cooperate with the government's plans.
  • Director Chen: Recognizes the immense value of room-temperature superconductivity and makes arrangements to secure its development and Chen Yuanguang's safety.

Significant Themes

  • Strategic initiative and space: The discovery of room-temperature superconductivity is seen as a way to gain strategic advantage and space in the international arena.
  • National interest: The Chinese government prioritizes the development of this technology to strengthen the country's position in the global order.
  • Protection of key individuals: The government is willing to provide high-level protection to ensure the safety of Chen Yuanguang, the key figure behind this technological breakthrough.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Xianhui and Chen Yuanguang: They discuss the discovery and its implications, with Chen Xianhui expressing his admiration for Chen Yuanguang's work.
  • Director Chen and Chen Yuanguang: They discuss the future of the technology and its applications, with Director Chen outlining the government's plans for its development and Chen Yuanguang's safety.

Ch. 136The Long Night

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang, his parents, and stepmother are on a special plane arranged by China.
  • Chen Yuanguang's biological father, Chen Qingzhi, expresses his pride and worry about his son's achievements.
  • Chen Yuanguang's biological mother resigns from her job, marking a new start in her life.
  • Chen Yuanguang and Lin Jia discuss the implications of his room-temperature superconductor announcement. They realize its potential to gain strategic space and boost China's confidence.
  • Netizens worldwide, especially in China, celebrate and discuss the breakthrough, with the Pro-Superconductivity Faction gloating and the Anti-Superconductivity Faction still refusing to admit defeat.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Realizes the responsibility that comes with his power and the potential impact of his discoveries. He becomes more aware of the geopolitical implications of his work.
  • Chen Qingzhi: Shows pride in his son's achievements but also expresses worry about the responsibilities that come with them.
  • Chen's Mother: Resigns from her job, marking a new start in her life and showing acceptance of her son's achievements and the changes they bring.
  • Lin Jia: Shows understanding and support for Chen Yuanguang, helping him process the implications of his announcement and its consequences.

Significant Themes

  • Responsibility: Chen Yuanguang grapples with the responsibilities that come with his power and the impact of his discoveries.
  • National Pride and Confidence: The room-temperature superconductor announcement boosts national pride and confidence in China's technological capabilities.
  • Geopolitical Implications: The chapter highlights the geopolitical implications of technological breakthroughs, with both China and Korea reacting strongly to the announcement.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang and Chen Qingzhi: Their interaction shows the tension between Chen Qingzhi's pride and worry, and Chen Yuanguang's acceptance of his responsibilities.
  • Chen Yuanguang and Lin Jia: Their interaction shows Lin Jia's understanding and support for Chen Yuanguang, helping him process the implications of his announcement.
  • Netizens (Pro-Superconductivity and Anti-Superconductivity Factions): Their interactions highlight the nationalistic fervor and debate surrounding the room-temperature superconductor announcement.

Ch. 137Q center

Key Plot Points and Events

  • China confirms the creation of a room-temperature superconductor, causing uproar in Korea.
  • Koreans debate the implications and authenticity of China's achievement.
  • Samsung Electronics' president, Piao Longren, offers to buy LK99-related patents from Professor Quan Yingwan.
  • Piao Longren reveals that Yongsan Base is interested in the LK99 patent.
  • Q center, led by Li Shipei and Jin Zhixun, will receive an annual sponsorship of $20 million for room-temperature superconductor research.

Character Developments

  • Professor Quan Yingwan struggles with the consequences of his actions and the offers made by Samsung and Yongsan Base.
  • Koreans grapple with the reality of China's achievement and the potential impact on their economy and technological leadership.

Significant Themes

  • National interest vs. personal gain (illustrated through the debate on whether Koreans prioritize their own industries or buy Chinese products).
  • Technological leadership and its economic benefits.
  • The struggle between rational and emotional responses to scientific breakthroughs.

Character Interactions

  • Piao Longren and Professor Quan Yingwan negotiate the sale of LK99 patents, with Piao Longren revealing the involvement of Yongsan Base.
  • Koreans engage in online debates about China's achievement, with some mourning Professor Cui Dongzhi's persistence on the one-dimensional superconductivity theory.
  • Professor Quan Yingwan calls LK99 project researchers to inform them of the changes at Q center and their new focus on room-temperature superconductors.

Ch. 138Reversal

Key Plot Points and Events

  • China officially confirms the authenticity of room-temperature superconductivity.
  • Lei Jun, CEO of Xiaomi, hints at Xiaomi Auto's exclusive use of this technology.
  • A-shares market surges, with superconducting concept stocks leading the gains.
  • An exclusive interview with Chen Yuanguang, the inventor of room-temperature superconductivity, is announced.

Character Developments

  • Lei Jun shows confidence in China's technological breakthroughs and hints at Xiaomi Auto's advantage.
  • Netizens and investors express excitement and anticipation for Xiaomi Auto and its potential black technology.
  • A-share investors quickly understand and speculate on the implications of room-temperature superconductivity.

Significant Themes

  • Technological breakthroughs and their market impact.
  • The struggle for technological superiority and its influence on consumer behavior.
  • Market sentiment and its role in driving stock prices.

Character Interactions

  • Lei Jun interacts with netizens on Weibo, fueling anticipation for Xiaomi Auto.
  • A-share investors discuss and speculate on the market's reaction to room-temperature superconductivity.
  • Chen Yuanguang's upcoming interview is anticipated by the public.

Ch. 139Oppenheimer of the New Century

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang's room-temperature superconductivity synthesis route is revealed on Chinese news, causing global attention.
  • Professor Bawendi, Chen's mentor, is questioned by American authorities about his involvement in the discovery.
  • Bawendi decides to return to Paris to avoid potential troubles due to Chen's achievements.

Character Developments

  • Professor Bawendi: Realizes the potential impact of Chen's discovery on his own life and decides to distance himself by moving back to Paris.
  • Chen Yuanguang: Gains international recognition and becomes a target of interest for various countries. He remains humble and factual about his achievements.

Significant Themes

  • The impact of scientific breakthroughs on society and politics.
  • The delicate balance between international cooperation and competition in scientific research.
  • The personal consequences of mentoring a groundbreaking scientist.

Character Interactions

  • Professor Bawendi and the American official: Bawendi is questioned about Chen's work and is pressured to lead a room-temperature superconductivity project, which he refuses.
  • Chen Yuanguang and the CCTV host: The host flirtatiously interviews Chen, trying to signal her interest, but Chen remains professional and unaware of her intentions.
  • Chen Yuanguang and various experts: Chen discusses the applications of room-temperature superconductivity with experts from different fields, gaining new insights into its potential.

Ch. 140The Next Golden Age

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Chen Yuanguang discusses the potential applications of room-temperature superconductors, focusing on electricity-related fields and quantum computing.
  • He clarifies that his primary focus remains on space mining and Guangjia Aerospace, comparing his approach to humanity's space age entry with Elon Musk's Mars mission.
  • Chen Yuanguang elaborates on the economic significance of space mining, contrasting it with Mars exploration, and explains his business philosophy for Guangjia Aerospace.
  • He shares his fundraising strategy and confidence in attracting investors despite the long-term returns.

Character Developments

  • Chen Yuanguang: Shows confidence in his vision and projects, remains dedicated to space mining, and exhibits a clear business philosophy focused on profitability.
  • The female host: Demonstrates admiration for Chen Yuanguang, asks insightful questions, and feigns surprise to engage the interviewee.

Significant Themes

  1. Vision and Perseverance: Chen Yuanguang's unwavering dedication to his goals and his belief in the future.
  2. Economic Pragmatism: The importance of economic benefits and profitability in driving technological advancements and space exploration.
  3. Comparison and Differentiation: Chen Yuanguang's comparison of his approach to space exploration with Elon Musk's, highlighting the unique aspects of his vision.

Character Interactions

  • Chen Yuanguang and the female host: The host asks questions that allow Chen Yuanguang to express his views and experiences, while also engaging him with feigned surprise and admiration.
  • Chen Yuanguang and the audience: Chen Yuanguang directly addresses the audience, expressing his determination to bring about a new golden age.
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