Chapter 53 Starlight Conference [VIP]

At the Cultural Square, as the three groups of members separated, the holographic live broadcast was also divided into three areas.

The actor group, which left first, found the woodcarving master first after asking the villagers. The program team did not make things difficult for them in this link. The other two groups of members also found their masters by asking for directions and finding special items placed in front of the wooden house.

The person who taught Yan Jie and Li Yingqi embroidery was a middle-aged woman wearing traditional ethnic costume.

She did not teach them how to thread a needle right away. Instead, she took the two of them and the photographer to her completed exhibit and patiently explained to them the meaning of the patterns.

The audience was amazed at every embroidery exhibit, and those who were close to it opened their eyes wide, as those vivid little animals seemed like they would jump out of the picture at any moment.

Since it was the first day of the show, the guests needed time to rest and adapt, so the production team did not arrange any other activities, and the entire afternoon was almost free time.

At eight o'clock in the evening, after the guests had dinner at the village chief's house, today's live broadcast event ended.

As soon as the screen of the live broadcast room went dark, the barrage of comments suddenly became wailing. The fans were unwilling to quit and were still enthusiastically discussing the content of today's program and cheering for their idols.

"Let's show the scenery we filmed this morning." Lin Zhihua looked at the crowd refusing to disperse in the square and said to the technicians nearby, "Thank you for taking turns on duty. Just broadcast until six tomorrow morning."

In order to ensure that there were no problems with the holographic photography equipment, Lin Zhihua sent two teams to Dali with the program crew.

One group follows the program crew for daily live broadcasts, and the other group is responsible for filming Dali's natural scenery and intangible cultural heritage.

At this moment, the daytime landscape of Dali was being played in the square, and the citizens who were still hesitating in their seats were even more reluctant to leave.

Ji Lingxiao nudged Lin Zhihua with his elbow. "It's really nice. Can you give me a copy of this video? I keep it in my bedroom every day."

She rushed over after get off work, but she was still a step too late. The Cultural Square was packed with people. It was thanks to Lin Zhihua, otherwise she really couldn't have squeezed in.

"No problem." Lin Zhihua checked the time. "Let's go back first. We have to attend the new product launch tomorrow morning."

Ji Lingxiao waved his hand: "I'll take a look at the scenery. I don't know how long it has been since I last relaxed after graduation. Now the company can't do without me, so I can only watch the holographic video to satisfy my craving."

Lin Zhihua smiled. "I heard that Xinrui will start selling its products at tomorrow's press conference. Why don't you buy one for your home?"

"No, I'm not a sucker." Ji Lingxiao rested his elbows on the armrests of the chair, his chin supported by his fingertips. "Just watching the excitement is enough. With the pearl in front of me, why would I buy a substandard product to put at home? I have too much money to burn."

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A holographic stage had been set up in the convention center downstairs. Tan Hongwei stood in front of the French window and threw his cigarette butt into the trash can. "Is the live streaming ready?"

The secretary nodded. "The PR department has arranged everything. Our livestream has already been pushed online. Over a million people have already been waiting for our broadcast in the first two hours. The number of people who have made reservations to watch has also exceeded expectations by 20%."

Tan Hongwei straightened his sleeves and turned to look at his secretary. "How's the press conference going downstairs?"

"Everything is normal at the moment. The media reporters have all arrived, and most of the groups that received invitations have sent people to attend." The secretary bent down and handed over a tablet with the front desk sign-in information for the press conference.

Tan Hongwei glanced at the tablet and frowned slightly, "Isn't Zhixing Technology here?"

The secretary hesitated and said, "There's still an hour before the show starts. They should be here by then."

He sneered, "Zhixing Technology stole the show yesterday. I didn't expect them to actually buy the live broadcast rights for a variety show just for this live test."

The secretary didn't say anything. Tan Hongwei walked past him and left the office. "It's just a temporary way to attract attention. After the press conference, we'll open a reservation channel and still be able to snatch most of the customers."

Currently, there are not many companies and individuals who can afford the holographic system. They can grab most of the market with the first three batches of pre-sales. By then, customers who have already bought the Starlight Holographic System, will they have to spend more money to buy a light hub with the same price and similar functions?

Tan Hongwei showed a determined smile. Even if Guangshu passed the extreme test, so what? There would not be so many extreme situations when customers use the product normally!

Zhixing Technology's efforts are in vain. By the time the Guangshu system is launched on the market, cutting-edge products will have already taken root in the market. If Zhixing Technology wants to catch up and take a piece of the pie from them, it has to lower its prices.

But given the cost price, even if Zhixing Technology sells at a discount, it is not a long-term solution.

It seems that the newcomer won the first confrontation.

The press conference venue has been set up. In the center of the stage, Tan Hongwei stood backstage, scanning the audience through the gap in the curtain. The staff

"Mr. Tan, Mr. Su and Miss Su are here." The assistant lowered his voice and looked towards the entrance of the exhibition hall.

Tan Hongwei nodded and adjusted his tie.

Xinrui Technology’s growth from a small company to a listed company in just a few years was inseparable from Su Huahao’s investment.

At the venture capital center that year, Tan Hongwei, who had repeatedly hit a wall, spent three hours on the project. Others shook their heads after reading the plan, but Su Huahao casually handed him a business card, "Fifth Capital".

The SUV slowly stopped in front of the building of the New Technology Exhibition Center. Lin Zhihua opened the door and got out first, and Jian Anning followed closely behind and opened the door on the other side.

The press conference was about to begin in twenty minutes. The exhibition hall was partially open, and a magnified 3D globe played in the center of the stage, revealing mountains and rivers in exquisite detail, even the clouds moving slowly over time. The entrance was crowded with tech enthusiasts and media reporters, flash cameras flickering and the crowd occasionally gasping in surprise. She even heard someone secretly comparing it to the Optical Pivot System from yesterday.

Soon someone noticed Lin Zhihua and the other person.

"Are they from Zhixing Technology? I think I saw them at the Cultural Square yesterday!"

"What's so surprising? Zhixing Technology is also an industry giant. Isn't it normal for them to invite people to participate?"

A sharp-eyed reporter recognized Lin Zhihua and passed the microphone directly to her. "Mr. Lin, what are your thoughts on the Starlight System launch conference? Are you confident that Guangshu can be superior to Starlight?"

Lin Zhihua's answer was flawless: "I'm very happy to be here at this press conference. Thank you all for your attention to Guangshu. Let's wait and see what the first release will bring."

The reporter was obviously not satisfied with the answer. He wanted to ask more questions but was stopped by security.

"Mr. Lin, please come in. Our Mr. Tan is waiting for you." The assistant made a "please" gesture.

Lin Zhihua handed over the invitation letter, and the front desk quickly let her in. Under the guidance of the assistant, she went to the VIP seats in the backstage.

"Long time no see, President Lin." Su Huahao greeted her. He looked back and asked in surprise, "Didn't A Yan come with you?"

Lin Zhihua curled her lips and looked at him without flinching. "Ayan went to Longxing Winery with his friends today."

Su Huahao's smile froze for a moment. He looked at Lin Zhihua and said calmly, "I thought he would come with you. Longxing Winery is fun. There's a good bartender there. I used to go there for a few drinks in my free time."

Lin Zhihua followed up on his question and asked, "Why didn't Mr. Su go later?"

Su Huahao turned to look at Su Qiqi beside him, his tone doting: "Qiqi usually doesn't let me drink. I promised her, so of course I can't go back on my word."

"Ms. Su, have you ever had a drink at Longxing Winery?" Lin Zhihua blinked curiously.

Su Qiqi shook her head without saying a word. She lowered her eyes and avoided Su Huahao's gaze.

"Longxing Winery is nestled in the mountains and beside the water. It's truly a great place for fun and sightseeing." Su Huahao's smile remained unchanged, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes. "That used to be my property, but I sold it two years ago."

As he spoke, he glanced at the seats a few rows back from the corner of his eye. "Mr. Zhou bought it back then, and it should be managed by the eldest son of the Zhou family now."

Following his line of sight, Lin Zhihua saw a man in his thirties. As if noticing Lin Zhihua's gaze, the man nodded slightly at her.

Lin Zhihua's eyes flickered slightly, and she retracted her gaze and asked casually, "Last time in Lingjiang, I heard that Mr. Su was looking for a husband for Miss Su. Does he have anyone in mind?"

Su Huahao's face was filled with distress. "I'm worried about this very thing. Qiqi seems dissatisfied no matter how she looks at it. Does Mr. Lin know of any talented young people?"

Lin Zhihua smiled slightly, "We young people advocate free love. This matter depends on what Miss Su likes."

Just as Su Huahao was about to speak, the entire press conference venue suddenly darkened and a spotlight shone on the stage.

"Welcome everyone to the global launch of Xinrui Technology's 'Starlight Holographic System'!" Tan Hongwei's figure was projected in the center of the venue. It was clearly a holographic image. His voice was loud and contagious. "Today, Xinrui Technology will lead the world into a brand new era—"

As he finished speaking, the holographic image instantly split into countless light points and reorganized into a suspended car model.

Lin Zhihua subconsciously glanced at Su Huahao. This car was exactly the new energy vehicle that Su Group had recently launched.

Tan Hongwei walked onto the stage and reached out to touch the virtual car. The door immediately responded to his operation and slowly opened. The roar of the engine could be heard clearly.

"The Starlight system has achieved tactile feedback." Jian Anning adjusted her glasses and stared intently at Tan Hongwei's movements.

He pushed forward gently, and the sports car immediately accelerated and rushed out, leaving a streak of light on the stage.

There was an instant uproar in the audience, with thunderous applause. Some people raised their mobile phones, and media reporters quickly tapped on their keyboards. The live broadcast room was instantly flooded with words such as "disruptive technology" and "the fifth scientific and technological revolution".

"It's a bit troublesome." Jian An Ning said in a low voice, and her fingertips called up several sets of data on the mobile phone.

Lin Zhihua's heart tightened. She leaned over and asked in a low voice, "Is our system incapable of such delicate operations?"

She stared at the screen and murmured, "Just a little bit more..."