The Heart of Vanity Belongs to Everyone

At the end of October, all employees of Cloud Sea Technology and a group of top artificial intelligence experts in the industry were in place and began to develop their first artificial intelligence product.

Zhang Yang, though not particularly talented, also serves as the chief scientist.

With readily available technological reserves, research and development progressed smoothly, and all that was needed was the right opportunity to release the first product.

Zhang Yang named the company's first product Cloud Motion).

Taking the character "Yun" from Cloud Sea Group and adding the character "Dong" from animation, it does fit the theme quite well.

As for the actual effect of this first product at that time...

Zhang Yang is certain that this will absolutely cause a major upheaval in the current AI video generation market.

The idea of good money driving out bad money is something he'll be able to do well.

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November, Magic City.

Downstairs in the Vantone Bank Tower.

A classic Rolls-Royce Phantom stopped right in front of the bustling city of Xiamen. From a distance, several security guards standing guard outside office buildings noticed it and immediately straightened their posture and became serious.

Everyone on the staff, from top to bottom, knew that this was Mr. Zhang's car.

Who is Mr. Zhang?

The owner of this landmark and towering building behind them Magic City a true top figure in Shanghai, a man who is high above the world and untouchable even when they Yangwang.

The car door opened, Zhang Yang got out, and strolled towards the building.

Good morning, Mr. Zhang!

Several young, strong security guards in suits puffed out their chests and greeted him with great enthusiasm.

"Hmm, good morning." Zhang Yang nodded casually and strode into the building.

This was the peak time for commuters, with countless people coming and going. Naturally, many people saw this scene and couldn't help but lower their heads and whisper among themselves.

"A celestial being stepped out of Rolls-Royce! His aura and appearance are beyond compare; even a god descending to earth couldn't be more impressive."

"I heard this is Mr. Zhang... the owner of this building."

"This... building?"

"That's right. Mr. Zhang is incredibly wealthy and a top tycoon in Magic City. He bought this building. You're new here, so there's a lot you don't know yet. Learn as much as you can and remember as much as you can."

From a distance, a white-collar worker was sharing some common knowledge with a new female colleague who had just Magic City in Shanghai to start her career.

The younger sister stared blankly at the tall figure walking away, her life and values completely shaken.

Incidentally, I will never forget that fleeting glimpse.

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Inside the Vantone Bank Tower, Zhang Yang's Cloud Sea Capital, family office, and his Kaiwei Mining domestic office have all moved in, occupying a full five floors of office space. They are now all under the Vantone Bank Tower of Zhang Yang's newly established Cloud Sea Group.

He currently has too many and too scattered businesses; it would be easier to manage them if they were all under one group.

Inside the chairman's office at the headquarters of Cloud Sea Group, overlooking all the surrounding mountains.

Zhang Yang sat in his executive chair, holding a remote meeting with AI experts from Cloud Sea Technology, located in Beijing.

It mainly concerns the launch of the first product.

"Let's set it for around New Year's Day, the first day of the new year," Zhang Yang decided.

"Understood, Chairman Zhang."

"Yes, Chairman Zhang, everything will be done as you wish."

In the online meeting room, senior executives from various relevant departments responded one after another.

"Hmm." Zhang Yang said a few more words and ended the meeting.

Not long after the meeting ended, there was a soft knock on the door.

"Chairman Zhang..."

Zhang Yang looked up at the figure peeking out the door and couldn't help but laugh.

"Come in."

Only Bai Xiaomi would do that; Luo Zhiqing always knocks on the door and waits for his response before pushing the door open and coming in.

A moment later, Bai Xiaomi trotted in and immediately ran behind Zhang Yang, offering to massage his back incessantly, clearly looking like she had something important to say.

"What's on your mind?" Zhang Yang said.

"Chairman Zhang... you said last time that you'd take us to see the aurora borealis when you had time," Bai Jingyi said hesitantly. "I was thinking, November seems like a good month."

She does know how to keep track of time.

Zhang Yang knew he wouldn't be free by the end of the year, and by the beginning of next year, the Lunar New Year would be just around the corner, so he would be even busier. That's why he came over now.

"You..." Zhang Yang glanced at her.

"And there's Xiao Luo too." Bai Jingyi smiled and hugged Zhang Yang's neck. "She's shy and didn't want to come over, so I came in her place."

"You guys are lucky," Zhang Yang said with a shake of his head and a smile.

He can indeed set aside some time now, but towards the end of the year, he really won't have that much free time.

Since choosing option two, he probably won't be able to live a carefree and unrestrained life for two hundred years.

It's not that he can't live a carefree life; of course, he could continue to slack off and do nothing. But if that were the case, why didn't he choose the first option in the first place? Option one even comes with regular industry bonuses.

Now that you've made your choice, don't let the system down.

Cutting-edge technology, world's number one company, the stars and the sea, advanced gene therapy...

No question, let's do it!

"It means it's okay!" Bai Xiaomi jumped for joy, tiptoeing to kiss Zhang Yang's face repeatedly. "Chairman Zhang, I'll go out and tell Xiao Luo the good news."

"Go ahead," Zhang Yang waved his hand. "I'll make the arrangements first."

A moment later, Bai Xiaomi happily left the office, ready to share the good news with Luo Zhiqing.

Zhang Yang thought for a moment, then made a phone call to arrange his flight.

If we're going to see the Northern Lights this month, then we should naturally go to Iceland. Thinking back, my trip to Mohe last year is still vivid in my mind. It was a northern trip with my sweetheart and her adopted sister, Bei Jiajia, and I even met a very loyal young man in the Harbin.

More than half a year later, he was many levels higher than last year, and his companions were no longer the sweet girls, but his two assistants.

"By the way, how about we stop over in London for a while?" Zhang Yang looked at the distance and felt that flying directly would be a bit too much of a hassle.

From Magic City to Reykjavik Airport in Iceland, it's 11,000 kilometers. With the Gulfstream G650ER's range, it's enough, but there's only about 2,000 kilometers of range left.

A direct flight to London is 9,000 kilometers away, which is more than enough.

Knowing that Chris was from the London suburbs, Zhang Yang spontaneously decided to call Chris and ask about the situation.

Unexpectedly, a phone call was made.

"Master, are you going to London? Shall I go to London to accompany you?" Chris immediately offered.

"You're going?" Zhang Yang asked back.

"I... my master is traveling, and to my hometown no less. How could I not be by his side? Besides, I'd like to see my sister too," Chris said softly. "By the way, your security..."

"We don't need it," Zhang Yang said directly.

With his current strength, he can go anywhere in the world; he doesn't need security at all.

"Absolutely." Chris's tone was unusually decisive. "Your current status is very special, and you must have adequate security measures when you travel. Master, please leave the arrangements to me..."

Zhang Yang chuckled to himself.

What special status does he have? Oh... right... he almost forgot, he also holds several important positions in the Gangge Republic. Although his official status is not that of the second brother, it is better than that of the second brother. To put it simply, he is a person with official status.

"Alright."

Zhang Yang nodded and followed Chris's instructions.

In the future, as his power grows, it will likely become inconvenient for him to be as carefree and go wherever he wants as before.

He doesn't care, but the people around him and those below him certainly do.

After all, by then, countless people will revolve around him, and his safety will be tied to the fate of countless others.

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The date for flying to Iceland has been set.

In the days leading up to their departure, the two assistants seemed to be full of energy and in a great mood every day.

Normally, they would try their best to please Zhang Yang, the big boss.

These past few days, I've practically been doing everything I could to please them.

For example, when Zhang Yang stretched out his body, Bai Xiaomi saw this and came over to ask him how he was doing.

"Chairman Zhang, are you tired? Are you feeling unwell anywhere...?"

He blew on his eyes and blinked a couple more times, so Xiao Luo leaned over and asked if he had dust in his eyes, offering to blow it out for him.

She was so obsequious, to the point that he felt a little uncomfortable.

The day before his departure, Zhang Yang had nothing to do and was sitting in his office, lost in thought.

Of course, although he seemed to be lost in thought, countless things were actually flashing through his mind like fleeting shadows.

Even managing a thousand tasks a day couldn't be more exhausting.

Just as I was lost in thought, I suddenly heard a rustling sound.

As soon as I opened my eyes, I saw Bai Xiaomi walking towards me stealthily.

"What are you doing?" Zhang Yang asked, amused.

"Chairman Zhang, you seem to be dozing off. Are you tired?" Bai Xiaomi quickly put down her tea and leaned closer with a concerned look. "Shall I massage your head?"

Before Zhang Yang could speak, he felt the back of his head gently pressed against something soft.

"It's not... you..."

"Huh? Isn't this comfortable enough? How about this?" Bai Xiaomi quickly squatted down next to Zhang Yang's legs again.

"Hey... hey... why are you squatting down? Ouch... did you lock the door?" Zhang Yang's eyes widened slightly.

"It's locked," Bai Xiaomi mumbled.

Well, after all that, Zhang Yang was completely convinced. It was just a trip out for fun, was it really worth making such a fuss...?

The next day, Zhang Yang, accompanied by two assistants, headed straight for his private jet bound for London.

This was the first time the two assistants had ever truly traveled with their boss on a private jet.

Throughout the journey, they could not hide their excitement.

"Chairman Zhang, Chairman Zhang, I'm on the plane now, can I take pictures freely?" Bai Xiaomi couldn't help but ask.

"Can... can I post this on social media?" Xiao Luo asked softly, a little embarrassed, as she clung to Zhang Yang's arm.

Girls, more or less, are all a little vain.

Moreover, in this situation, it's not like you're showing off any bags or luxury goods that would get you eye-rolls and criticism.

This is the Gulfstream G650ER, known as the Ferrari of the skies.

Isn't such an experience something to be proud of?

Therefore, Zhang Yang actually understood the excitement and thoughts of his two assistants at that moment, and generously said that they could take pictures and share them as they pleased, as he was not a stingy person.

"A flight of more than ten hours, it's so long," Bai Xiaomi suddenly muttered.

"It's okay... there's a bedroom and a bed upstairs, I can take a nap and we'll be there." Zhang Yang said casually with a smile.

Upon hearing this, the two assistants blushed instantly, their minds wandering.

A moment later, at Pudong International Airport.

The car drove straight in, until it reached Zhang Yang's enormous toy, a Ferrari Gulfstream G650ER that even super-rich people rarely own.

The two assistants got out of the car and couldn't resist taking out their phones to take a beautiful selfie against the backdrop of the gleaming Gulfstream.

Then the two assistants leaned together and took a photo together.

They worked together seamlessly, and having even fought side-by-side, they had developed a unique friendship. Although occasional jealousy and rivalry were inevitable, they generally maintained a harmonious and harmless relationship.

Zhang Yang didn't rush them and boarded the plane first.

Not long after boarding, the two assistants, chattering excitedly, boarded the plane.

"My God, it's huge..."

"Here, here... Xiao Luo..."

For the two who were flying in a private jet for the first time, their first experience was to sit directly on the ceiling of the private jet – a truly groundbreaking experience.

The surrounding Saudi Arabia- style decorations exude a luxurious yet tasteful atmosphere.

Every place, every detail, filled them with a sense of novelty and awe.

Extravagant, luxurious...

Furthermore, there's the vanity and sense of superiority that permeate their hearts...

The two couldn't wait any longer, so they took out their phones to record every little moment, and then posted it on their WeChat Moments.

Zhang Yang smiled as he watched the two still excited, letting them be.

Just a little while later, while casually scrolling through my phone, I couldn't help but smile.

Because both of them posted on their WeChat Moments one after the other.

Bai Xiaomi's WeChat Moments are lively and carefree, generously showcasing the Gulfstream shimmering in the sunlight, the luxurious cabin, and her radiant smile in selfies, overflowing with the joy of travel.

[Free food, drinks, and free flights.]

"Oh ho, I even made it into the picture." Zhang Yang found a photo of himself that Bai Xiaomi seemed to have taken unintentionally in her nine-grid layout.

In the photo, I'm sitting by the porthole, my profile visible, bathed in the sunlight streaming through the window...

Hmm.

Even though Zhang Yang was never narcissistic, he had to admit that he looked incredibly handsome in the photo, like a god descended from heaven, unlike any ordinary person.

Zhang Yang silently gave it a like, then glanced at Xiao Luo's WeChat Moments.

Xiao Luo's WeChat Moments were much more reserved and understated, featuring only a serene photo of her sitting by the porthole.

But...

A simple photo, yet it reveals a lot of information.

Judging from the layout, it's definitely not a commercial airliner.

The incredibly spacious layout, the cabin that feels completely private, the exceptionally enthusiastic flight attendants, and their uniforms that don't belong to any familiar airline.

And of course, there's his boss's back view by the porthole, a view that sparks endless imagination.

[A Nordic Trip with My Handsome Boss]

He was just about to like it...

Then came Bai Xiaomi's complaints and dissatisfaction from ahead.

"Xiao Luo! What's going on with your WeChat Moments?... A Nordic trip with your male god boss? Anyone who didn't know better would think it was just you and Chairman Zhang? A romantic Nordic getaway for two, is it? That's too much... You want to monopolize Chairman Zhang!"