It took him several minutes to get his heartbeat back to normal. He took off the cigar and looked down, only to see that he had almost bitten off the butt.
Zong Zhengming's lips and ears were burning hot. His internal organs, limbs, and every drop of blood coursing through his veins were all scorching. No one had ever evoked such intense feelings in him before. It was as if the world had suddenly transformed from black and white into a dazzling array of colors.
Everything around me came alive.
After a very long time, Zong Zhengming finally uttered three words from between his teeth: "Prodigal son." At the end, he shook his head and laughed, his eyes concealing a doting and helplessness that he himself had not even noticed.
He had never met anyone more daring and uninhibited than Zhuang Li. But strangely, being teased by a junior like that, he didn't feel the slightest bit of disgust.
On the contrary, thinking of Curly's incomparable charm and the young men and women surrounding him, he felt irritated, but he couldn't suppress his inner love.
The so-called love and hate is probably this kind of feeling.
It was not until this moment that he finally understood Mr. Shao. Facing such a troublesome person, it was really difficult not to try your best to pamper him.
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After Eugene defeated Mr. Liu, major media outlets immediately released this bombshell news, using the headline: "The Intelligent Era Has Arrived!"
However, within an hour, Zhuang Li defeated Eugene with an unexpected move, forcing all major media outlets to rewrite the story with the headline: "Intelligence Can Never Replace Wisdom!"
After this battle, the flaws of intelligent AI have been fully exposed.
They can see the world and react to everything around them to some extent, but they have no thoughts and cannot correctly judge more complex situations.
If they can't even clearly recognize the virus QR code and the chessboard, then when they go out on the road, they may not be able to tell whether the person walking on the road is a person or a dog.
The intelligent era that Zhuang Han mentioned is still far from arriving, and it is too early to apply it to the field of autonomous driving.
Therefore, after the news was exposed by the media, Cambrian's stock price began to plummet.
In just one day, Zhuang Han's wealth evaporated by hundreds of millions, and the halo of a rising star in the business world was shattered by Zhuang Li.
What's worse is that some consumers, upon hearing that their cars were installed with AI software developed by Cambrian, actually clamored for a refund.
The original owner had strictly ordered Hua Rui not to use Cambrian's technology in new cars. He had only done so to prove his worth to Zhuang Han, and hadn't considered the matter too far.
In order to show his support for his younger son, Zhuang Jincheng instructed the production department not to pay attention to his eldest son's inexplicable orders and just assemble according to the new design plan.
As a result, the 500,000 high-end cars recently produced by Huarui were all equipped with Cambrian's autonomous driving system. Now there is a crisis of consumer trust collapse. The cost of recalling these cars alone is a huge waste. The subsequent dismantling of the system, modification of other software, etc., will be another huge expense.
What’s worse is that Huarui Manufacturing will have a bad reputation of “not caring about the lives of consumers” from now on, and its reputation will plummet.
With just one game, Zhuang Li completely destroyed the empire that Zhuang Han had worked hard to build for five years, and also made the shareholders who supported Zhuang Jincheng lose miserably.
At this juncture, the legislative department clearly announced that because some unscrupulous manufacturers used immature technologies in the field of autonomous driving, the government will amend the law to deny the driving rights that driverless cars had previously obtained, and then re-establish market entry thresholds for driverless cars.
Simply put, the previous administrator has actually approved the legal status of driverless cars in the market, and all car manufacturers can manufacture driverless cars and sell them to consumers.
But now, a new administrator, Zong Zhengming, has taken office. He seems to have watched the match between Eugene and Zhuang Li and has developed deep doubts about the reliability and safety of intelligent AI. Therefore, he has revoked the legal status of driverless cars and formulated more stringent market access conditions.
This news may seem nothing special to ordinary people and will not have any impact on their lives, but it has caused a huge stir in the automotive manufacturing industry.
Manufacturers that stick to traditional automobile manufacturing technology are rejoicing; however, those car companies that have stepped into the field of driverless cars and invested heavily are in a state of panic and anxiety.
Among these panic-stricken manufacturers, Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng were the most anxious.
They have staked their entire fortune on the field of self-driving cars. They firmly believe that after Eugene's victory, the intelligent era will arrive rapidly, and smart cars will gradually erode the market share of traditional cars.
In fact, in addition to Cambrian, Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng also sold all their private property and quietly acquired a car manufacturing plant.
They originally wanted to drain Huarui to support Cambrian and the car manufacturer, and finally create some big troubles for Huarui to make it bankrupt, leaving Zhuang Li with nothing but huge debts.
It's just a transfer of funds, and there is a lot of room for operation.
But now, the government is trying to raise the entry threshold for self-driving cars, so consumers cannot buy self-driving cars.
Unless the government certifies and ensures that the technology meets extremely high safety standards, driverless cars will not become popular among the public. This process may take one or two years, or even ten or eight years.
As long as self-driving cars are not qualified to drive on the road, Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng's company will not be able to make a profit.
Workers need to eat, factory buildings need rent, machines need maintenance, and technology needs development. Everything requires money. Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng simply can't afford to delay!
After the promulgation of this decree, they faced the possibility of a broken capital chain at all times and were on the verge of bankruptcy every minute and every second.
Zhuang Li had already thoroughly researched Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng's background online, so he asked in his mind, "System, your Lord God chooses a Child of Destiny in every small world to snatch my lover's divinity and luck. Now it seems that the Child of Destiny He has chosen is Zhuang Han?"
7480: “!!!”
It didn't say anything, the host guessed it himself!
"The Child of Destiny always kills my beloved for one reason or another. After meeting Zong Zhengming, I kept wondering who hated him so much that he wanted to kill him. I've investigated his political enemies, his family and friends, and even his subordinates. There are many who hate him, but my premonition tells me that these superficial dangers are not murderous intentions. The real murderous intentions must be hidden deeper."
"But now, I understand," Zhuang Li pointed at the online decree and said coldly, "Cutting off someone's financial resources is like killing their parents. My lover has cut off the financial resources of Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng. At this stage, these two are probably the only two people who want to kill him the most."
"Zhuang Jincheng doesn't have the courage, so only Zhuang Han is left. When I mentioned that Zhuang Han was the child of destiny, you, the system, were terrified."
7480: “…”
It's really too difficult for it to have such a host! Its brain is simply not enough!
Chapter 122 Playboy and Hypocrite 08┃Zong Zhengming: What can I do to save you, my love?
Zhuang Li has always been a man of great action. Now that he has guessed who the child of destiny is, he will never leave this hidden danger until tomorrow.
"I want to kill Zhuang Han." He turned on the computer and said calmly.
7480: "!!!!!!"
My life is shortened! This big devil, the host, is going to eat people!
"Master, killing is against the law." 7480 reminded weakly.
"Yes, murder is against the law. Zhuang Li was murdered, my grandfather was murdered, and now even my lover is about to be murdered. If the law can play a role in upholding justice in this matter, Zhuang Han should be sentenced to death three times."
As he said this, Zhuang Li had already hacked into Zhuang Han's car and implanted a dangerous program into it.
Yes, Zhuang Han’s car, like the original owner’s, is also equipped with an automatic driving system, which is the best killing tool for a hacker with hatred.
7480: “…”
What the hell are these children of destiny chosen by the Lord God?! They're all murderers, and they're always running into the host's gun. Can't they be more peaceful and friendly? Ahhhh! I don't care!
7480 closed his eyes, lay down, and pretended he saw nothing. Anyone who worries about the child of destiny is a pig!
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At the same time, Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng were driving on their way home, each looking more gloomy than the other.
Zhuang Han was driving in front.
Zhuang Jincheng sat in the passenger seat and angrily spoke to the person on the other end of the phone, "I always thought his university diploma was bought by his grandfather! He never told me about his school life. I have no idea what he knew or didn't know. He's been wary of me for a long time."
Zhuang Han glanced at his father, a hint of frustration in his eyes. He had never imagined that the dissolute Zhuang Li was just an act.
Whatever was said on the other end made Zhuang Jincheng even more angry. "It's impossible for me to win him over! You can see he's incredibly smart. Even at such a young age, he knew how to be wary of everyone around him. Now that he's grown up, it's even more incredible! How can he not guess what I'm thinking? I'll be killed if I have to be a clown in front of him!"
Zhuang Jincheng kept breathing in and out, adjusting his mood. After a long while, he calmly said, "We can only find a solution ourselves. Call all the shareholders for a meeting tomorrow."
The person on the other end said a few words, seemingly rejecting his request.
He became furious again. "Huarui wants to claim compensation from Cambrian? On what basis? When we first started working together, we signed a contract. It was you who wanted to buy Xiaohan's software, not Xiaohan forcing it on you! Huarui's car hasn't broken down yet. Even if it did, there's no proof that the problem was with the software. You have no basis for compensation at all."
The person on the other end of the line raised his voice, making it clear. "I just asked a few shareholders for their opinions, and they said Cambrian must pay compensation. There's no room for negotiation. Consumer complaints are the best basis for this."
"Mr. Zhuang, you have to understand their feelings. To protect their reputation and retain consumers, they definitely want to kick Cambrian out and use it as a scapegoat. Cambrian is not a subsidiary of Huarui at all, and its bankruptcy will not cause Huarui any losses. The sooner they cut ties with Cambrian, the better it will be for Huarui."
"Mr. Zhuang, those shareholders who supported you in the past are now convinced by you, Master Zhuang. Your situation is hopeless. You should quickly have Xiaohan come up with a compensation agreement that everyone will be satisfied with. Because of him, the company has lost hundreds of millions, which is no small amount."
"What do you mean the company lost hundreds of millions because of Xiaohan? If it weren't for Zhuang Li's interference, this would never have happened! If you want compensation, ask Zhuang Li to pay it!" Zhuang Jincheng was so angry that he lost his mind.
The person on the other end of the phone sneered, "Boss Zhuang, you're absolutely ruthless. If Master Zhuang doesn't expose Cambrian's technical flaws, and our company's cars kill people in the future, the losses will only be greater than they are now!"
"Maybe we'll go bankrupt if the court issues a ruling! I'm really surprised you could say such irresponsible things. It seems your decision to withdraw from the board of directors early was the right one. Okay, I won't talk to you anymore. Let Xiaohan raise the money as soon as possible!"
The call was interrupted, but Zhuang Jincheng was still holding the phone and cursing.
Zhuang Han said gently, "Dad, don't be angry. Things haven't reached the worst point yet."
Zhuang Jincheng shook his head dejectedly. "Isn't this the worst? Your company's stock price has already hit its lower limit, and it's sure to drop further tomorrow. Huarui will want compensation from you again. Where are we going to raise the money? We no longer have any assets to sell."
Zhuang Jincheng wiped his face and felt that the road ahead was dark.
In just one hour, his life was completely turned upside down by his eldest son, the person he once looked down upon the most!
"I can improve Eugene's technology. I believe that gold will shine one day. Self-driving cars will definitely replace traditional cars. This is a major trend. The government has been supporting the research and development and promotion of self-driving car technology. We can rely on policies to rise again." Zhuang Han said slowly.
But the next second, Zhuang Jincheng raised his phone and showed him a piece of news. "The government won't support the promotion of driverless technology. Zong Zhengming wants to cancel the licenses for driverless cars. Our plan is ruined!"
Zhuang Han stared at the phone screen carefully for a few seconds, his calm and composed expression completely gone.
They say a new official starts with three major changes. After the previous administrator left office, Zhuang Han had been wondering where Zong Zhengming's next move would go, but he hadn't expected the other to strike a blow against his weak spot.
Self-driving cars have already obtained the qualifications to be driven on the road and the right to be sold in the market. It is precisely because of these two points that Zhuang Han spared no expense in making industrial layout for the future.
But now, Zong Zhengming cut off all of Zhuang Han's financial resources with just a few words.
If the government does not actively participate in the research, development and promotion of driverless cars, and consumers are left to change their mindsets, it may take decades for this technology to be accepted by the public.
Zhuang Han simply can’t afford to wait for decades!
Once this policy comes out, Zhuang Han and Zhuang Jincheng will definitely go bankrupt within three months!
"I. Fuck. Your mother, Zong Zhengming! Fuck fuck fuck!" Zhuang Jincheng pounded the car panel like crazy.
Zhuang Han's expression also became extremely terrifying, and even a hint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes. He had long known that Zong Zhengming would be a big trouble, but he had not expected trouble to come so soon!
Was Zong Zhengming affected by today's match? He took Zhuang Li's words to heart, which is why he's skeptical of autonomous driving technology. Ultimately, it's all Zhuang Li! If these two disappeared at the same time...
All kinds of cruel thoughts swirled in Zhuang Han's mind, but the frustration and anger on his face had long been replaced by a gentle smile.
He would not let anyone see what he was thinking, including Zhuang Jincheng.
But the next second, Zhuang Han couldn't laugh anymore and blurted out, "Dad, my car is out of control!"
"What?" Zhuang Jincheng was shocked.
The father and son tried to turn the steering wheel and step on the brakes, but it was no use. The car was taking them through the crowded city and kept changing routes towards the suburbs.
There are fewer and fewer skyscrapers on both sides of the road, pedestrians and traffic are gradually disappearing, and the surrounding scenery has become so strange and desolate.
"This is the National Highway to G97!" Zhuang Han was struck by lightning when he realized this and immediately screamed, "Dad, call the police! If we run any further, there's a broken bridge ahead!"
Zhuang Jincheng was stunned for a long time before he took out his cell phone, but found that there was no signal at all. He then found his son's cell phone, and the same situation occurred.
"There's no cell phone signal!" he said in a cold sweat.
"Our phones have been hacked! I just passed by a base station, the signal should be full." Zhuang Han said confidently, "It's Zhuang Li! He wants to kill me!"
"Why? He can't be so cruel!" Zhuang Jincheng had collapsed in the seat. As the speed of the car continued to increase, he lost the ability to breathe and his heart ached.
It was not until this moment that he vaguely realized that his eldest son's last car accident and Mr. Shao's death might not have been accidents.
Zhuang Han avoided answering the question and simply ordered hurriedly: "Take off your shirt quickly. We can call for help now before the car enters the no-man's land!"
As he spoke, he took off his white shirt, stretched out his car window and waved at the occasional pedestrians and cars passing by on both sides of the road, shouting: "Call 110, call 110, our car is out of control! Call 110!"
Zhuang Jincheng also struggled to sit up, took off his white shirt and held it out the window.
Zhuang Han is an AI technician, not a mechanic, and doesn't know much about the internal structure of a car, so he cannot imitate Zhuang Li's self-rescue measures.
It was not until this moment that he realized that Zhuang Li knew so much!
The father and son leaned half of their bodies out of the window, waving their white shirts wildly and shouting.
Zhuang Han had used the same method to murder Zhuang Li before, so he could react quickly. But Zhuang Li didn't know the car's loss of control was a human error. He was constantly debugging the system, controlling the steering wheel, and stepping on the brakes, fearing that a single distraction would cause an accident.
He didn't dare to lean forward and shout for help like Zhuang Han did, and thus missed his last chance of survival.
Zhuang Han was lucky. The pedestrians and vehicles on the road heard his shouts and quickly took out their mobile phones to call the police.
Zong Zhengming, who was closely watching the Zhuang family, was the first to learn about this alarm.
It was the same G97 National Highway, and the car was out of control. Combined with the top-notch IT skills displayed by Curly, he couldn't help but think the worst.
"Prepare the car and go to the Shao family's old house immediately!" In his haste, Zong Zhengming even forgot to put on his coat.
Half an hour later, Zong Zhengming arrived at the Shao family compound. The police station had transmitted the aerial footage to his phone, allowing him to keep abreast of the case. Zhuang Han's car had entered a deserted area, flanked by police cars, but they couldn't find a solution. Soon, the Broken Bridge would be approaching, and just beyond it lay a chasm.
Zong Zhengming pushed open the door, strode into the study, and said in a deep voice, "Stop the car!"
Zhuang Li sat on the swivel chair and asked with a smile, "Uncle Zong Zheng, what are you talking about? Why don't I understand?"
"You understand me? I said, stop the car!" Zong Zhengming placed his mobile phone on the table and pointed at the speeding car on the screen.
Zhuang Li tilted his head slightly with an innocent expression: "What will you do if I don't let it stop?" He actually admitted it frankly.
Zong Zhengming was stunned by the question and his mind went blank.
Yes, what would I do if Curly didn't stop the murder?
As the executive officer of this country, as the person who makes laws and promulgates policies, at this moment, he had no thought of upholding the dignity of the law, nor did he think of handing Curly over to the police, nor did he reveal his doubts to anyone.
He had only one thought in his mind - to protect this person!
Zhuang Li looked at his lover's confused face, and finally smiled comfortably with his eyes narrowed.
He stood up and slowly walked over to Zong Zhengming. He gently untied his tie with his slender fingertips and slowly put it around his wrist. He whispered in his ear, "Uncle Zong Zheng, are you going to arrest me? Like this?"
The black tie was wrapped around the snow-white skin, the pale blue blood vessels exuded fragrance as they pulsated, and there were waves of slightly itchy heat blowing by the ears. All of this was like a beautiful dream, making Zong Zhengming confused and unable to suppress the dual throbbing of body and mind.
He really wanted to embrace the man in front of him regardless of everything, kiss his seductive red lips fiercely, and then do whatever he wanted...
At the last second before his sanity was about to collapse, these tempting images were abruptly shattered by Zong Zhengming.
He grasped Curly's slender wrist, looked deeply into her mysterious eyes, and said in a hoarse voice, "I know this world is filthy, and I also know you are angry, sad, and upset. I don't want to force anything on you, nor do I want to talk to you about the great principles of law and justice. My only wish is to protect you."
He took a deep breath and said seriously, "I just want you to live a beautiful and clean life. I won't watch you jump into the abyss. I came here just to save you, not for anyone else. Do you understand me?"
Zong Zhengming lowered his eyes to look at the little curly-haired boy's hands, his voice hoarse, "These hands are so white, so slender, so clean, and so beautiful. They should be used to create the world, not destroy life."
"Listen to me," Zong Zhengming let go of the curly-haired boy's hand, finally following his heart. He held the man in his arms, gently stroking his scalp, and said tenderly, "Please stop, okay?"
Zhuang Li was silent for a long time before he said in the same hoarse voice, "Okay."
I want to live a beautiful life - he once said this to his lover. At that time, it was just a careless joke, but he did not expect that it would be engraved in his lover's soul and remembered until now.
He shouldn't have jumped into the abyss in order to take revenge on the monsters, and got covered in filth for no reason. That would really not be pretty at all.
"Uncle Zong Zheng, I'll stop right away." After saying this, Zhuang Li took out his cell phone and pressed the pause button.
Zong Zhengming hugged the little curly-haired boy even tighter, praising him with both pride and affection: "Good boy."
He finally understood why Mr. Shao doted on this person so much.
He also wants to love, but this emotion that shouldn't have arisen has completely gotten out of control.
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