Chapter 127： One to Zero

The morning sun once again bathed the earth in light.

Major news outlets updated their headlines:

- "Unexpected Outcome of the Didi vs. Penguin Battle?"

- "Penguin's New Feature, Soulmate, Completely Flops, Netizens Rant to New Heights."

- "Gemini's New Feature, Gemini Stage, Astonishes!"

- "Countless Netizens Stay Up All Night to Refresh the Stage!"

- "A Single Heartbroken Post on Gemini Stage Causes Thousands to Cry!"

- "Didi vs. Penguin—What Was Thought to be an Easy Win for Penguin Actually Turned Out to be a Huge Gap!"

- "Facing the 'Stage,' International Social Media Giants Tremble!"

- "Didi's Valuation Soars, Experts Estimate at Least 800 Billion to Start!"

However, among these headlines, the most eye-catching was a personal video.

In just 2 hours, it received billions of likes!

The video featured a disheveled middle-aged man.

At the start of the video, he sat behind a desk, forcing a smile.

"Hello, my name is Zhao Dafu."

"Of course, I know no one recognizes this name."

"Because my online alias is Big Dog."

"Yeah... the head of the smear campaign against New Tesla electric cars, ginger shampoo containing carcinogens, and left-handed diets that supposedly promote weight loss."

"I've told many lies and done many wrong things."

"I'm making this video today to tell you that many things are not as you imagine them to be."

As Big Dog struggled to smile again, he said, "Yesterday, someone offered 20 million to ruin Gemini."

"But you know what?"

"This accidental encounter with Gemini has left a lifelong impression on me."

"It's incredibly humanized, like a mother's embrace, giving me warmth."

"Of course, I can never blacken Gemini again. My heart is only filled with praise!"

"I'm confident that anyone who doubts Gemini will agree with me once they experience it!"

"I sincerely urge everyone to support Gemini, to support this new, excellent, and perfect platform that saved me like a divine being."

"I also hope that in reality, all those like me—trolls, keyboard warriors, and haters—can view things fairly and treat others and themselves kindly!"

Just then, a knock sounded on the door.

Two uniformed police officers entered.

"Zhao Dafu, we received a report that you are suspected of spreading rumors and defaming others. Please come with us for an investigation!"

Big Dog nodded to the officers.

Turning back to the camera, he said, "I will definitely turn over a new leaf and cooperate with the investigation because the person who reported me is myself."

The video abruptly ended.

The subsequent developments were predictable.

Yet, the comments under the video were multiplying exponentially!

"Oh my god, is this the infamous troll king Big Dog?"

"He admitted it?"

"Well-deserved!"

"However, considering his attitude of repentance, I won't bash him anymore!"

"By the way, someone offered 20 million to tarnish Gemini?"

"Who could that be? Do they have no conscience?"

"Who is Gemini fighting against? You can speculate!"

"Gemini is so good, why try to discredit it?"

"Yes, Gemini is the best software I have ever seen, bar none!"

"Gemini helped me find a soulmate for life!"

"Gemini inspired me when I was about to give up!"

"I will support it forever!"

"It's a waste of time! Even if he tries to smear it, it's useless. Everyone knows how good Gemini is!"

"Luckily, Big Dog has a conscience now; otherwise, if he really issued negative reviews, countless Gemini users would trace him through the internet and deal with him directly!"

The online comments kept rolling in!

No one was against Gemini!

Naturally, after seeing this video, Big Dog's followers also went silent!

They either couldn't or didn't want to continue blackening Gemini!

Whether due to pressure or conscience, blackening Gemini was now impossible!

Penguin Group's plan to use 20 million to destroy Gemini was completely ruined!

At the Didi headquarters.

Liu Di leaned against the railing.

He quickly skimmed through the news.

A faint smile appeared on his face.

He made a mental note.

An account quietly registered on Gemini Stage.

Creator—Di San.

Then, Liu Di used this account to post a message on the stage: 1:0!

And countless netizens commented!

Countless emerging startups silently liked the post!

"Got Emperor San live!"

"Emperor San has appeared! I want to follow you and add you as a friend!"

"Creator is domineering! Defeated Penguin!"

"1:0 is the score against Penguin. Does this mean the battle is just beginning?"

"Shocked! So this is just the start of the fight? It's like a blockbuster!"

"We support you, Creator Emperor San!"

"We want to see such creative and sincere companies thrive!"

"And give the giant Penguin some pressure. Stop thinking about just copying and blocking competitors!"

Gemini Stage has a subtle feature.

Even without adding friends, one can still gain followers and fans!

In just 10 minutes, the Creator Emperor San account's followers surpassed 30 million!

At this moment.

In Penguin Group's office.

Li Daode also saw the video.

His face turned pale!

He never imagined that even someone like Big Dog, who had no bottom line for money, could be turned by Gemini?

Could it be that Gemini offered a higher price?

30 million?

40 million?

Li Daode couldn't understand!

Beside him, Situ Zhou was shaking like a leaf, "Li, what should we do? Big Dog has surrendered! He might expose me!"

"Calm down."

Li Daode remained calm, "Big Dog's surrender was early. No defamatory actions have occurred! At most, it's just unfair business competition. We'll pay a fine!"

"Besides, you represent Penguin's stance. If something really happens, won't General Teng just watch?"

"As long as we can defeat Penguin, these are minor issues. At most, General Teng will scold us a few times. Don't worry!"

Situ Zhou was still frightened!

"Li, it's easy for you to say. How do we defeat Gemini? It seems impossible!"

Li Daode lightly tapped his fingers and said coldly, "Call that useless technology director here! I have a plan!"

Five minutes later.

The technology director, who had previously claimed it was impossible to copy Gemini's code, arrived at the office to confront Li Daode.

He still maintained his unyielding stance.

"Director Sun, you can't replicate Gemini's technology, right?"

Li Daode asked with narrowed eyes.

"Yes!" The director raised his head.

"And the Gemini Stage is even less likely?"

"Yes!"

Director Sun sneered, "Not only is it impossible, but the technology is also awe-inspiring! The other party must have a master deity in charge, someone I look up to! I even want to join them!"

"Humph..."

Li Daode smirked darkly, "It's too early to talk about joining. Their creator's technology is indeed strong, but in terms of scale, status, and employee benefits, they are light-years away from us!"

"So what? Without technology, they will eventually fail!"

Director Sun still spoke with composure.

"Then if..."

Li Daode lightly toyed with the phone in his hand and said with a sinister smile, "I can get Gemini's core code?"

"What?"

Director Sun suddenly turned around, eyes wide with disbelief!

Li Daode leaned back in his chair, "I said, I have means to get Gemini's core code!"

Director Sun was suddenly excited!

He moved closer to Li Daode!

"Is this true, Li?"

Director Sun's eyes were almost popping out, "If you can get the core code, I guarantee I can replicate it in no time and make adjustments so that no one will notice!"

"I can not only learn the technology I've always dreamed of!"

"But Penguin Group can also use its scale to instantly crush Gemini!"

Li Daode nodded slightly, a mysterious smile on his face!

"That's good!"

"Next, you just need to wait quietly!"