The most important part of the event was starting soon, and several important figures were already seated at the round table. This included Stefan, Frederick, and many other powerful leaders of the industry.The rest of the participants could only observe their meeting from a large meeting room outside the hall. Even the biggest sponsor of the event, Seraphina, was not allowed to attend the conference.To start the conference, the eight industry leaders would have to press the activation button, located in the middle of the conference table, simultaneously. This activation button was shaped like the Earth and divided into eight pieces, representing the eight regions that contributed most to the technology industry. The conference was scheduled to start soon. Some people had even brought automated translators, and they counted down excitedly."Five, four, three, two…"There was a long silence. Nothing had happened, and the attendees were visibly confused. The activation button sho
Next to him was Akio Higashino, a legend of Aeos who specialized in artificial intelligence. The man was the third most influential individual in the room, after Stefan and the new KCL chairman.Akio was very ambitious, and wanted to diversify his business to different technological domains. Not only did his company excel in artificial intelligence, they were also researching electronic chips as well. However, they were unable to make a breakthrough in their research, resulting in their inability to produce the electronics they wanted. Hence, they were stuck in third place.For over a decade, the man had been trying to destroy the partnership between Hunt Enterprise and KCL Holdings, in hopes of replacing Hunt Enterprise as KCL's business partner. If his company, Higashino Corp, could sign a contract to work with KCL, he was confident that they would surely surpass KCL in the future."Mr. Hunt, you're so calm! Could it be that you've already signed a contract with KCL in private? If
Everyone immediately turned to Seraphina."Huh? Is… Is it really up to me?" The woman was stunned. Although the Murphys were the biggest sponsor of the event, the family was actually not familiar with the electronics industry. Seraphina had only been acknowledged because of all the money her family had spent, so she felt a bit insecure attending such an event. However, hearing that she would be the sole reason behind the success of this event, she felt pride bloom in her."Yes, Ms. Murphy, the newest chairman of KCL, requested you, specifically, to cooperate with them…""I'll do anything for them! It's an honor for me to be of assistance!" Seraphina was even more excited after hearing that the new chairman had personally requested her. After all, if she managed to befriend this new director, she would become a renowned figure within the technology industry as well. Powerful and rich businessmen would have to put effort into getting on her good side if they wished to work with KCL.
"What a coincidence, Mr. Hunt… we meet again." Renee nodded at Stefan, a prideful smile on her face."Indeed. You've been planning this for a very long time, haven't you? What a great performance!" Stefan said, raising an eyebrow.'Tsk tsk, it really was her!' Stefan didn't seem shocked in the slightest. Instead, he felt strangely content. 'Oh, Renee Everheart, of course it's you. You took quite a huge risk this time, huh? I have to admit that I'm impressed.'The woman's status left him feeling much more relieved than before. At the very least, as the 'new chairman of KCL', he wouldn't have to worry about her being taken advantage of. Moreover, her wealth was now enough to give four generations of her family a life of luxury."Frederick, what is the meaning of this? Why is this woman here?! Don't tell me she really is the new chairman of KCL?""Exactly, Frederick, you have to give us a reasonable explanation. Is KCL Holdings toying with us elders?!" The attendees immediately voi
Everyone turned to look at Stefan, falling silent right away. They didn't dare to utter a single sound.Renee stared at the man as well, her beautiful eyes clouded with confusion. The man's support was understandable but also extremely unexpected."Our industry doesn't solely rely on experience—skill is a very important trait as well. Since the attendees of this event are all top contributors, I'm sure you've seen her capabilities from four years ago…" Stefan's indifferent gaze traveled over the crowd as he spoke calmly."She managed to pass every test and earned her position as the president of the Electronics Technology Association, which proves that she is more than capable. Now that she has invented the G6 chip, I think she definitely has the right to be a conference member.""I think Ms. Everheart is quite admirable too!" Akio bowed deeply and smiled at Renee. "Welcome, Ms. Everheart! New talents are always welcome. Let's get to know each other better!"Frederick sighed, turn
"So here's another question... Since the G6 chip is about to be publicly listed on the market, can you perhaps reveal which company KCL Holdings will choose to work with? This will decide who's the leader of our industry for the next decade, after all!" Frederick asked yet another question that piqued everyone's interest."Ms. Everheart, don't think about it too much, just partner up with Higashino Corp! Nearly seventy percent of the artificial intelligence technology in our industry was created by us, and our yearly profit is basically immeasurable! If KCL chooses to work with us, I'll give you twenty percent of our shares!" Akio said eagerly to Renee.Twenty percent of shares sounded quite generous, but a partnership with KCL would certainly bring Akio much more profit."Ms. Everheart, you should work with DR Group! We are currently earning a lot of profit too, and I'll be willing to offer up to fifty percent of our shares to you…"The other members couldn't stand by and watch an
"I'm going to kill you, Renee Everheart!" Seraphina howled like a banshee, and lunged at Renee again. "Who do you think you are?! I'm telling you, I have something that could ruin your reputation! It might even cost you your life, so don't you dare provoke me, or else…""Enough!" Stefan growled harshly, grabbing her and holding her firmly. His gaze was icy as he warned her, "You've been enough of an embarrassment today, so don't make things worse. If you keep this up, not even your entire family's wealth would be enough to pay for the consequences."After hearing this, Seraphina immediately fell silent.Renee quickly took the opportunity to provoke Seraphina into giving her more information. "Oh? Ruin my reputation, you say? Tell me your plan then, my good daughter, Daddy won't get mad at you. Unless… you're bluffing!"Seraphina hid behind Stefan, her mouth shut but her glare piercing. It was obvious that suppressing her rage was absolute torture for her."You should stop messing
"Whoa!" Everyone there gasped in awe, unable to hide their envy at how Stefan was being fought over.Akio instinctively brought out his pocket mirror to tidy up his hair, then turned back to the two women and said smoothly, "You know, ladies, if you two want a pretty boy, I can arrange for a plastic surgeon to operate on me now! Would that work for you?" Anyone would dream of being completely provided for, especially when a life of luxury was promised. Moreover, Renee and Seraphina were quite the lookers, which made the offer even more tempting.'Stefan Hunt is so lucky! Not only is he a genius, but he's been blessed with the perfect face as well!''His looks alone were able to make these two beauties give up everything for him! Isn't God clearly playing favorites here?!' With that, everyone eagerly awaited Stefan's answer, especially the men. All of them rubbed their hands eagerly, wishing they could be in his shoes instead.Stefan, however, was expressionless. "My answer has