Interview
A few days later
At the interview site, a group of staff members looked at the Infinity CEO who was talking to the host on the stage with either nervousness or anticipation.
Even though there are often big names here, it's not every day you're lucky enough to see a foreign entrepreneur like Dustin, who rarely appears in public except at new robot launches, whose language is too sharp and ruthless (commonly known as: low emotional intelligence), and who is so young.
It's rare that Dustin's outfit this time is not his signature hooded sweatshirt and sweatpants. Instead, he is wearing a black suit, which makes him look even more dignified and mature, even though he is already serious.
The accident not long ago seemed to have transformed him again. The movement of crossing his legs and casually resting his arms on the armrests had a deterrent power that no one could imitate.
"…Dustin, are you feeling better now? You look good. Are you getting used to being here?"
"I'm good. I love this country actually. It's terrific."
The host smiled knowingly:
"Since you chose to come to Country Z right away, everyone can tell you love this place! I heard you grew up in Country Z as a child?"
"Of course, strictly speaking, I'm half Country Z. My father, and the close friends I met later, are all from this beautiful country—" Dustin coughed lightly before continuing, "I believe that in the future, Infinity and Country Z will have more opportunities for cooperation."
No one would miss Dustin's pause and the momentary strangeness in his tone. The host, watching closely, could almost feel the sudden sadness that emanated from him.
Photos of the parties involved will be shown on the big screen at the appropriate time.
"We are deeply sorry for the passing of Ms. Yan..."
A week ago, Infinity issued an obituary to the world, confirming that an assistant lady who accompanied Dustin to Halden, Norway had passed away.
This woman had experienced a plane crash with Dustin, wandered at sea for nearly a month, and was subsequently shot in Seoul. After arriving in Country Z, she died after two days of unsuccessful rescue efforts.
Her entire life story was made public to the industry through Infinity CTO York Stanson, and everyone finally understood why this woman was so worthy of the great attention and remembrance paid to her by all the senior executives of Infinity.
Because she was one of the co-founders of the initial Infinity program five years ago.
Judging from Dustin's behavior, it seems that he did not use all kinds of conspiracy and trickery to kick Ms. Yan out and force her to quit the robot manufacturing industry as rumored. He was also unwilling to say more about a deceased friend. People could only classify this past event as an "urban legend" and make up their own version.
Just like there was even a rumor before that Miss Mu Qingyan, who was engaged to Mr. Yan from the Yan family, was the co-founder of Infinity, this time she was slapped in the face.
After all, judging from the photos alone, these two people cannot be said to be exactly the same, they can only be said to have nothing to do with each other.
Coupled with the video of Halden entering the meeting that leaked that day, people naturally no longer doubted the authenticity of this matter.
The host noticed Dustin's resistance to the topic and turned to the recent report on the accident:
"Although Norwegian officials claim it was simply an accident caused by a maintenance error, the industry isn't buying it. Some are speculating whether it was the work of Infinity's competitors or a terrorist attack. Do you have any clues?"
Dustin's eyes turned cold:
"This is a matter for the Norwegian side to worry about. Originally, Infinity wanted to wait for their investigation before issuing a satisfactory response. As you can see, if it were just me, it would be fine, but now, I cannot accept that another co-founder of Infinity has lost his life in this era due to a simple 'maintenance error'. Since they are so perfunctory, I have no choice but to show my attitude—"
After all, the whole world knows that Dustin Chu has a bad temper, and I don’t mind confirming this rumor again.”
The host looked at Dustin's expression and naturally did not dare to comment further on the matter. After all, everyone understood that if the person who died was really just an ordinary assistant, this matter probably would not have caused such a big fuss.
"… Your company's decision to halt trade in advanced autonomous robots with certain Nordic countries appears to be indefinitely in effect, right?"
Dustin spread his hands, clearly agreeing.
"Actually, at the beginning of the year, you planned to start charging European users for your home service robots and AI ad-free services. This will undoubtedly have an impact on sales. Are you intentionally reducing your cooperation with European countries and instead expanding your market share in Asia?"
"This plan has already been implemented in the third quarter. As our CFO put it, if we're all making money, we should do it with joy. I'm not interested in money, but I do consider the quality of my partners."
——The advantages and disadvantages of the partners...
Only Dustin would dare to say such pointed words openly.
The industry is well aware that, compared to the inaction of some countries, Country Z has provided Infinity with comprehensive assistance this time and is willing to accept Infinity's products into the domestic market. It is reported that Dustin has already contacted several cutting-edge technology companies.
In fact, all countries have spontaneous protection policies for domestic products. Due to the unique patriotic enthusiasm of the people of Country Z and various historical issues, as well as obstacles such as mismatches in mechanical parts, performance, and signal transmission channels (refer to the fact that mainland users needed to climb over the wall to use certain apps, such as WeChat, Instagram, and YouTube many years ago), there are very few foreign robot companies that can settle in.
But it is clear that this problem is being solved bit by bit.
——Glocalization, global localization.
——This word is not just talk.
The host flipped through the materials at hand and found another topic that had recently caused heated discussion:
"Dustin, I heard Country E is holding a global open tender for a robot import agreement, and companies from all over the world are eager to participate. The most promising companies are naturally Infinity and—you should have heard of—Chairman Yan Heng's Yan Group. What preparations have you made for the bidding?"
It's said that Mr. Yan, despite his disappointment in love, thrived in his career, and his father had assigned him full responsibility for a bidding project in Country E. Dustin, despite negotiating with numerous industry leaders, had only passed on Yan's. Perhaps he simply didn't take this so-called competitor seriously, as Infinity had always dominated the European market.
Although there is no clear evidence of Dustin's accident, everyone speculates that BI set up the trap out of resentment. After all, it was Dustin who decided to execute Terrence Bedford.
BI has a lot of say in the E Country Parliament and may deliberately sabotage the transaction between Infinity and E Country.
So it is still unknown who will win in the end. Yan's has been developing strongly in recent years, so Mr. Yan can really take a gamble.
At the scene, Infinity's CEO looked as if he had just learned the news, and the confusion on his face didn't seem fake:
"Bidding? When did I say Infinity would take on this project?"
The host almost lost his usual composure upon hearing this:
"You...you mean..."
"Although it hasn't been officially announced yet, I don't mind telling everyone here in advance—" Dustin deliberately found the most central shot and said word by word, "Infinity will be forcibly recalling all advanced autonomous robots sold to Country E in the past five years at full price and indefinitely terminating all trade with Country E. On behalf of Infinity, I wish the Yan Group a successful handover."
After he said this, the entire recording studio fell silent. They couldn't believe that Dustin had almost directly made the accusation against BI.
Even so, BI is probably helpless. Although Lawrence Bedford stayed out of the "bionic organ" case, BI's reputation has been seriously damaged.
In addition, there was a recent news report that BI's luxury goods, especially its watch line, were found to contain harmful substances, and most of its stores around the world have been closed.
The two blows naturally left it severely weakened.
Since Infinity has the ability to recall previous products at the original price without considering the huge loss costs, it is no wonder that Dustin is so arrogant.
The host expressed his admiration, while York, who was watching the live broadcast in the temporary office, said that he had gotten used to it and just let him be!
"But sir..." Sharon on the side hesitated, "Is this really okay?"
York saw immediately what she was worried about.
"Dustin doesn't want to either, but...it's Yan's decision."
Infinity transferred all of Yan's past events to a person who never existed, which basically meant that Yan would no longer be able to have anything to do with Infinity as a "creator".
As for other identities, they are all meaningless.
How to describe the frustration he felt right now? He and Dustin's close friend hadn't even been able to reveal their relationship publicly before he'd already lost them.
Therefore, he could see that although Dustin was tough on the outside, he was actually feeling uncomfortable and reluctant.
"Sharon, you've been following us all this time, so you're naturally aware of Dustin's unusual feelings towards machines, right? But do you know what he said to Kins in Yan's ward that day?"
Dustin said to a mechanical lifeform—
What? You think of yourself as a human being too?
The tone was so dismissive that York even thought he had misheard.
Apart from the fact that he spoke without thinking out of anxiety because he saw Yan was seriously injured, he could not think of any other reason.
Even he couldn't help feeling lost when he accidentally saw the tacit understanding and close intimacy between Yan and Kins.
"But, as I said before, we are not always by Yan's side. She has her own life and her own people closest to her. Dustin and I must respect her decision."
On the screen, the interview was nearing its end, and the host asked the final question:
“Do you have anything to say to the audience or your friends?”
Dustin stood up, a barely perceptible smile on his face, a look of regret, yet a sincere one:
"My friend, wish you a good luck!"
…
This interview revealed too much information, which naturally caused a huge uproar. In another circle, there was even more explosive news that became the hot topic of conversation after dinner.
Popular male star Kinsley will announce his comeback at the end of this month!
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