Gao Yuan

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Gao Yuan (高原)
Alias(es)	Young Boss Gao; President Gao; Professor Gao 8 21 24
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Kunlun Group; formerly Kunlun Textile Fabric Factory 3 195
Occupation/Role	CEO of Kunlun Group; materials researcher, inventor, and head of the Galaxy Eye research system 21 123 195
Status	Active 344
First Appearance	Chapter 2 2

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
System-granted X Fiber knowledge	8	The Future Technology System provides both X Fiber technology and the associated chemistry, materials-science, and mathematical knowledge, allowing Gao Yuan to answer experts’ questions with genuine expertise.
X Fiber industrialization	24	Personally resolves production bottlenecks involving spinnerets, coagulation-bath flow, and circulation equipment, enabling X2 Fiber mass production.
Omniscient Linguist	146	Gains instinctive comprehension of all languages, with meanings arising automatically upon hearing or reading them.
Overclocked Permanent Magnet Motor knowledge	148	Receives a complete technical package covering the motor, auxiliary coolant, liquid cooling, and broader power-system knowledge.
Improved Kunlun Aurora motor blueprint	161	Receives an upgraded Aurora motor model with increased throughput after mission progress reaches 57%.
Immunity to Poison	227	Gains resistance to poisoning after completing the Sky City-related mission.
Affection Points Detection	278	Can view others’ favorability toward him; uses it to identify Jiang Tao as a possible internal security threat.
Cellular Enhancement	286	Greatly enhances his strength, speed, health, and physical recovery; he can squat 280 kilograms and exceed elite human sprinting performance.
Super laser weapon project → Kunlun Zenith	286 287 290	Accepts the laser-weapon mission, organizes national experts, and leads Kunlun Zenith’s successful test against 100 target missiles in 17 seconds.
Miniature Atmospheric Shuttle	291	Receives the two-seat Phantom Shuttle, a physical System reward with cloaking and high-altitude follow capability.
Animal Control	322	Uses eye contact to impose thoughts on animals through mental suppression.
Energy shield project → Kunlun King Kong	323 325 326	Develops a force-field shield powered by controlled fusion; its plasma mode vaporizes incoming missiles and shells during a drone assault test.

Background / History

Gao Yuan’s family settled in Shaoxing after his father, former soldier Gao Xiangnan, moved south and married his mother. His mixed northern and southern upbringing is reflected in his tastes: he enjoys light southern dishes as well as garlic and scallions with bean paste, and prefers beer over yellow or white wine. 3

He initially struggled with being seen as a wealthy second-generation heir while facing the decline of his family’s textile business. His resentment toward relatives who moved factories abroad for profit became a major motivation: he wanted to create world-leading products rather than abandon domestic manufacturing. 2

His father’s cerebral infarction forced a turning point. With Gao Xiangnan left with impaired speech and mobility, Gao Yuan accepted the car keys and responsibility for the closed Kunlun Textile Fabric Factory. He entered its chemical-fiber laboratory, recognized the value of the knowledge granted by the Future Technology System, and committed himself to research and development. 3

Gao Yuan secured patents, sought national laboratory testing, and used X Fiber’s performance to obtain a 50 million yuan loan. He recruited Xu Qingzhou and built Kunlun’s R&D department, transforming the failing family factory into the foundation of Kunlun Group. 5 8 12 13

Appearance

Gao Yuan was initially described as slightly above average in appearance, with a tall, slender build, neat hair, and a clean overall impression. He favors comfort over fashion, often wearing sportswear; during one livestream, he appeared in a pilot-style leather jacket, goggles, insulated jeans, and boots. 49 120

After receiving Cellular Enhancement, his physique becomes markedly stronger and more refined, with smoother skin, exceptional strength, and athletic performance beyond ordinary human limits. 286

• Tall and slender before his physical enhancement 49
• Usually neat, though he can become unshaven when absorbed in work 39
• Prefers practical, comfortable clothing over fashionable outfits 120
• Gains a powerful, unusually youthful-looking physique after Cellular Enhancement 286

Personality

Gao Yuan is an idealist with a strong commitment to technological self-reliance. He repeatedly frames scientific development, industrial strength, and academic autonomy as long-term necessities rather than short-term commercial opportunities. His refusal to publish solely through foreign academic channels leads him to establish Kunlun Asking the Way as a Chinese-language academic platform. 46 50

He is direct, blunt, and willing to confront people he believes are obstructing talent or progress. This can make him intimidating, especially when he criticizes entrenched institutions, venture-capital pressure, or executives who suppress capable researchers. 149 150 241

Despite his public confidence, Gao Yuan is highly self-demanding. He routinely sacrifices rest, holidays, and social obligations to direct research, and his work habits can become obsessive when he identifies a major national or technological problem. 91 123 161 240

His concern for his parents and employees shows a gentler side. He takes over his father’s family duties, worries about his parents’ health, maintains employee benefits, and wants advanced technology to improve the lives and safety of ordinary workers. 54 80 159

Abilities & Skills

Future Technology System

Gao Yuan receives missions, technological data, physical rewards, and personal abilities from the Future Technology System.

• The System directly transfers vast technical information into his memory. 8 148 286
• Its rewards include knowledge packages, biological enhancements, special abilities, seeds, and physical devices. 146 227 280 291
• He must still convert theory into workable industrial processes; X2 Fiber’s production problems prove that possessing complete technical data does not eliminate practical obstacles. 24
• He cannot simply pursue every technological direction at once and must prioritize achievable technical routes. 22

Materials Science and Industrial Engineering

Gao Yuan’s first major field is polymer and fiber technology, particularly the X Fiber series.

• Developed X Fiber into quick-drying, warm, supportive, and specialized textile applications. 10 39
• Built the X1, X2, and X3 Fiber series into Kunlun’s initial commercial and technical foundation. 39
• Solves factory-level mechanical and process problems in person, earning the respect of experienced engineers. 24
• Later expands his work into carbonaceous materials, batteries, motors, aerospace materials, precision engineering, and semiconductor-related technologies. 105 148 195 228

Galaxy Eye Research System

Galaxy Eye is Gao Yuan’s distributed R&D architecture, designed to combine many ordinary researchers into a coordinated system.

• Breaks large research goals into task packages for numerous project teams. 93 123
• Personally revises research directions, approves experiments, and issues guidance across more than a thousand teams. 123
• Mimics distributed neural computation and emphasizes collective research capacity over reliance on isolated geniuses. 95
• Its central limitation is Gao Yuan himself: the system depends on his ability to provide the correct direction and consolidate results. 287

Omniscient Linguist

The Omniscient Linguist reward grants Gao Yuan automatic comprehension of languages.

• Understands spoken and written languages without deliberate translation. 146
• Can communicate across linguistic barriers, including with foreign and indigenous languages. 146
• Uses his exceptional memory and linguistic ability to decipher difficult written material. 254

Enhanced Physiology

Cellular Enhancement transforms Gao Yuan’s physical capabilities.

• Easily squats 280 kilograms during strength testing. 286
• Can shoulder-press a 50-kilogram dumbbell one-handed. 286
• Runs 100 meters faster than the world’s most talented human sprinters. 286
• Maintains a regular exercise routine despite his workload. 286

Special System Abilities

• Immunity to Poison — Grants resistance to poisoning and allows him to consume food without the usual fear of contamination. 227 278
• Affection Points Detection — Displays others’ favorability toward him; Gao Yuan uses it as an informal indicator of loyalty and danger. 278
• Animal Control — Transmits mental commands through eye contact, overriding an animal’s resistance through mental suppression. 322

Public Communication

Gao Yuan is one of the most influential technology livestreamers in Huaxia.

• Explains difficult scientific concepts in accessible, direct language. 81
• Uses livestreams to unveil technologies, discuss national development, and build public support for Kunlun projects. 49 121 159
• His cross-platform following reaches 21.43 million after his early livestream successes. 81

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Honda Accord — His father’s aging car, handed to him when Gao Xiangnan could no longer drive; Gao Yuan used it while first taking over the factory. 3
• Phantom Shuttle — A two-seat miniature atmospheric shuttle received from the System. It can cloak itself and enter high-altitude follow mode. 291 292
• Kunlun Hidden Dragon — A deep-sea mining vessel and underwater crusher that Gao Yuan operates during resource-development livestreams; its high-pressure water cannon can be weaponized in emergencies. 170 171
• Kunlun Zenith — The super laser weapon developed under Gao Yuan’s leadership for missile interception and large-area defensive fire. 287 289 290
• Kunlun King Kong — Controlled-fusion-powered force-field and plasma shield system developed for defense and spaceflight applications. 325 326

Relationships

• Gao Xiangnan — Father; a former soldier and the original owner of Kunlun Textile Fabric Factory. His stroke leads Gao Yuan to assume responsibility for the family business. 3
• Gao Yuan’s mother — Mother; caring and practical, she supports his work while repeatedly worrying about his health, family life, and excessive workload. 4 105 161
• Cao Feiyu — Childhood friend, trusted confidant, and Kunlun’s all-purpose administrator. Gao Yuan relies on him for finance, operations, livestream support, and candid advice. 13 23 39
• Xu Qingzhou — Research partner and R&D director. Initially a national-laboratory researcher, he joins Gao Yuan part-time before helping establish Kunlun’s R&D department. 12 13
• Han Chang — Military liaison and close friend. He facilitates military cooperation, provides practical support, and repeatedly shows concern for Gao Yuan’s safety and well-being. 67 68 221
• Gu Xiaoyu — Family friend from the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps; her father served with Gao Xiangnan. She and Gao Yuan share mutual trust, with the possibility of a deeper relationship left open. 89 91 95
• Wu Dongming — Senior supporter who recognizes Gao Yuan’s influence and helps connect Kunlun with major state and industry initiatives. 52 116 240
• Chu Luoluo — Software and AI colleague whom Gao Yuan trains for language-logic work in artificial intelligence. 183 228
• Liang Shaojie — Kunlun’s Chief Logistics Officer and covert military security specialist. Gao Yuan considers him a reliable friend and security safeguard. 278

Story Role / Major Arcs

Reviving Kunlun Textile

After his father’s stroke, Gao Yuan takes over the shuttered family factory and uses System-provided knowledge to develop X Fiber. National laboratory testing confirms that the quick-drying fabric exceeds international advanced standards, allowing him to pursue patents, financing, and industrial expansion. 3 5 8 12

Building the X Fiber Empire

Gao Yuan establishes Kunlun’s R&D department, recruits Xu Qingzhou, and develops the X1, X2, and X3 Fiber series. He personally assists Chaoda Chemical Fiber in solving the manufacturing problems that block X2 Fiber mass production. 13 24 39

Academic Autonomy and Kunlun Asking the Way

Frustrated by foreign-language academic dominance, Gao Yuan launches Kunlun Asking the Way as a Chinese academic platform. His Chinese-language papers draw global attention, while military research institutes publicly support the site and submit declassified work. 46 50 51 52 54

Galaxy Eye and the Talent War

Concerned by talent loss and the limits of conventional research institutions, Gao Yuan creates Galaxy Eye. The system distributes research tasks among vast numbers of ordinary researchers while he acts as the central coordinator who determines direction and resolves critical problems. 91 93 95 123

Expansion Beyond Materials

Kunlun expands from fibers into solid-state batteries, air batteries, electric cargo ships, flying cars, mechanical exoskeletons, motors, artificial intelligence, and semiconductor technology. Gao Yuan acquires Cambrian and recruits aerospace talent to build Kunlun’s software department. 104 121 153 159

Sky City and National Infrastructure

Gao Yuan shifts major projects toward Xinjiang and the Tarim Basin, promoting Sky City, water diversion, desert development, and large-scale industrial construction. He views the region as both a strategic research base and a place where technology can reshape geography and living conditions. 221 227 230

Defense, Space, and Energy Technologies

Gao Yuan leads the development of Kunlun Zenith, Kunlun King Kong, spaceplanes, controlled fusion applications, and broader space-development plans. His stated objective is to use overwhelming technological capacity for planetary defense, energy freedom, and long-term space exploration. 290 323 325 328

Kunlun Eternal and Global Talent

Gao Yuan unveils the Kunlun Eternal Plan, offering longevity to Huaxia citizens under strict moral and legal standards. He also supports accepting emigrating Western scholars, viewing global talent as a resource for Huaxia’s continued development. 334

Notable Quotes

“I want to escalate the war between individuals to a war between systems!”

“Just you wait. I want to see whether individual geniuses or the power of collective wisdom is more insane!”

— Gao Yuan 95

“Technology creates the world, technology changes life.”

“We just need to change all of Huaxia.”

— Gao Yuan 160

“If a burst shot wouldn't work, then annihilate them all.”

— Gao Yuan, on Kunlun Zenith’s saturation-defense capability 289

Trivia

• Gao Yuan comes from a Shaoxing family with northern roots through his father. 3
• He has a computer-science background despite becoming renowned in materials science. 52
• Beer is his preferred alcohol, though he develops an aversion to drinking after an exhausting Spring Festival. 3 56
• Colleagues initially mistake his need to digest System knowledge for a habit of sleeping roughly ten hours per day. 30
• He is notably uninterested in fashion and generally prioritizes comfort in his clothing. 120