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According to Xinhua News Agency, a 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Turkey on the afternoon of August 17 local time, killing nearly 10,000 people, injuring 34,000, and leaving more than 400,000 homeless.

Today is August 19, 1999. The news anchor on CCTV's evening news program is reporting a news story.

The earthquake struck two days ago, and the economic losses have not yet been tallied, but the number of casualties is already roughly known.

However, such data is alarming.

Wang Duoyu's family was watching the news. The tragic scene on the TV screen made the little guy, Bai Doufu, pout, looking like he was about to cry.

Liu Xiaoli comforted the little one, telling her to eat properly and stop watching TV.

Fortunately, the news story was short-lived and quickly passed.

However, the atmosphere in the living room was a bit somber when Wang Yifei suddenly spoke up, bringing up the topic of her album sales.

More than a month has passed since the album was released in July.

Her album sales are excellent, with over seven million downloads online – an unprecedented achievement.

This also shocked the entire music industry.

Some people in the news section are already calling her a "little pop queen".

The album sold over 3.2 million physical copies in mainland China, around 780,000 in Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan, and only 50,000 overseas.

Even so, Wang Yifei's second album has become a huge hit, exceeding everyone's expectations.

However, considering that her album has so many popular songs, it's not surprising that it sold so well.

After all, almost every song could be an album's title track, and several of them are classic hits.

Throughout the summer, Wang Yifei was one of the brightest stars.

With the popularity of songs like "Invisible Wings" in China, followed by their explosive success in Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, Wang Yifei's fame skyrocketed.

The album's over seven million downloads are solid evidence of this.

Because each download costs 22 yuan, which is real money. If it weren't for wanting Wang Yifei to sing the song, why would they be willing to spend that money?

Do they really think fans are idiots?

"Second brother, the money I make from this album will definitely exceed the money you make from your investment, right?"

Wang Yifei didn't forget to gloat to her second brother.

"Of course! With your album selling so well, you'll probably be ranked quite high on this year's Forbes Celebrity List."

"Second Brother, are you telling the truth?" Wang Yifei was overjoyed.

"My agent called me last week and said there's a milk advertisement they want me to sign an endorsement contract for, which will give me 20 million."

A 20 million yuan endorsement contract?

This money came so fast!
Wang Junan's lips twitched. Although his investments in the stock market and futures market were very lucrative, they were far less secure than celebrity endorsement contracts.

Investing carries risks, but celebrity endorsement contracts are simple: once signed, all that's required is to film commercials and attend events as stipulated in the contract.

It doesn't take much time, so the money comes quickly.

"Sissi, do you have some misunderstanding about the Forbes Celebrity List? Do you really want to be on this list that much?"

Suddenly, Wang Duoyu's words caused Wang Yifei's expression to change drastically.

"Dad, can't I go up?"

"It's not that you can't participate, but you need to be more careful about your words and actions, so that they aren't misinterpreted by those with ulterior motives."

Wang Duoyu said in a gentle voice:

"As the old saying goes, 'People fear becoming famous, just as pigs fear growing fat.' Now that you're a star, you definitely need to be even more famous to sell more albums, but there have always been many who resent the rich."

"Fame is a double-edged sword. It may seem that fame can bring you immense wealth, but if you don't know how to be low-key and modest, it can easily lead to disaster."

"From now on, when you're out in public, especially when attending events, stand up straight. You don't need to curry favor with anyone. Just be polite and kind to those who enjoy listening to you sing."

"You don't need to worry about your finances or income tax filing; I'll keep an eye on it for you. Just make sure you pay taxes according to national policies."

After hearing what she said, Wang Yifei naturally understood.

You have to listen carefully to what she says; she's not stupid, on the contrary, she's very smart.

Her father said this simply to prevent any potential problems from arising, so that those who resent the rich wouldn't keep an eye on whether she had paid personal income tax.

If she has evaded taxes, it will inevitably become a stain on her record.

Unfortunately, she is still a minor, and the profits go to her parents, so she has little to do with them.

Most importantly, the family is not short of money at all, and they pay personal income tax at the highest level.

It may be a bit clumsy, but it's definitely reliable.

"Yes, Dad, I understand. I will definitely not let you down."

Wang Duoyu rolled his eyes at her:
"That's embarrassing for yourself. You're a singer using a stage name, Liu Qianqian, not Wang Yifei. So if you're embarrassing yourself, you're not embarrassing the Wang family. You're the one who's embarrassing yourself, you know?"

Haha!

Liu Xiaoli and the others burst into laughter. Although Bai Doufu didn't quite understand, he also laughed heartily.

In an instant, the living room was filled with joy.

"That seems to be true," Wang Yifei chuckled, then immediately denied it, saying she definitely wouldn't embarrass herself, after all, she was so smart.

"Tch, some people just know how to deceive themselves. I wonder who was it that boasted they'd be like me, going to university before they're fourteen? And some of them are still in junior high."

Hearing her second brother's sarcastic remarks, Wang Yifei couldn't sit still any longer and angrily stepped forward.

Unfortunately, her second brother was prepared and ran away beforehand.

The brother and sister chased and played around the dining table. Even though Wang Yifei is already over 1.6 meters tall, unfortunately, her long legs still couldn't keep up with her second brother.

"I'm about to start my third year of junior high, not my first! Wang Lao Er, you stop right there and explain yourself!"

After the fall semester starts in September, she will skip to the third year of junior high school and will not continue to the second year.

Because in the final exams at the beginning of July, she took the second semester final exams for the second year of junior high school, and the results have already come out, and she is first in the grade.

Although her total score was only fifteen points lower than the second-place score, it was still very good.

So there's no major problem with her skipping a grade to enter the third year of junior high.

However, she couldn't stand her second brother's teasing.

Haha!

Wang Duoyu and the others laughed for a while before scolding the brother and sister to stop chasing each other.

After dinner, there was no more "Flying Flower Order" game today, but instead, there was a lecture.

The family classroom has been passed down for many years, and both Wang Junhong and Wang Yifei have served as little teachers.

It started with one small class per person after dinner every day, then it became one class per day, and later it was only held from Monday to Friday, except for Saturdays and Sundays.

After Wang Yifei entered junior high school, this class was cancelled, since the "Flying Flower Order" game had already been incorporated into the curriculum.

The mini-class is restarting today because the new school year is coming in September, and little Bai Doufu will soon be entering primary school and starting first grade.

Yes, she didn't attend kindergarten, or rather, she only audited classes; she could attend if she wanted and skip them if she didn't.

Anyway, their family doesn't need the kindergarten to help take care of the kids or help them learn to read and do math.

"Alright, White Tofu, today is your first day of class. Come on, stand in front and teach your parents and older brothers and sisters."

Wang Duoyu put the white tofu down from his arms and said gently to her.

The little guy, who hadn't cared much at first, suddenly became shy. "Daddy, can I not be a teacher?"

"Do you still want Dad to help you find some songs? Your older sister has already released two albums with over twenty songs."

"Okay, so if I teach one lesson every day, can I get a song as a reward?"

The little guy's innocent remark left Wang Duoyu both amused and exasperated.

Liu Xiaoli and the others were overjoyed.

Wang Yifei smiled and said:

"White Tofu, you're so greedy. I don't even dare to ask Dad for so many songs, and you dare to make such a request. Hehe, Dad will spank you later."

"Hmph, Daddy won't spank me. I'll make Daddy spank you, you mean sister~~"

Bai Doufu glared angrily, but Wang Duoyu quickly urged:

"Wang Chuyue, stop wasting time and hurry up and teach us. If you keep causing trouble, I'm going to beat you up."

The little girl looked at her father with a pitiful expression, but her father cruelly made her stand on the podium, completely disregarding her feelings.

After calming himself down, the little guy began his lesson.

Born at the end of 1993, Bai Doufu is only six years old this year. She will turn six years old in December.

She's not that old, especially if she's in first grade. She's not exactly young, but she's not old either. She's about the same age as her peers.

Looking at Bai Doufu standing on the podium, who initially stumbled and stammered as he spoke, Wang Duoyu's focus suddenly disappeared.

A few years ago, Wang Yifei, just like Bai Tofu, was in the same living room, standing in front of the same small blackboard, giving lessons to her family in a childish voice.

And so do Wang Junhong and others.

His five children all had similar childhoods, and now the youngest, Bai Doufu, is following in the footsteps of her older brothers and sisters.

This is inevitable, and it is the only way forward.

Wang Duoyu will not spoil his children excessively; he will definitely raise them well and prevent them from going astray.

For the next few days, every evening after dinner, Wang Duoyu and his family would turn off the TV and sit on the sofa to listen to Bai Doufu, their little teacher, give a lesson.

The little one was initially reluctant because she often gets distracted in class and forgets what she's supposed to say.

Later, with the help of her older siblings, she quickly got into the swing of things.

Giving a lecture is not simply about standing on a stage; it requires preparation beforehand. You need to understand what you have learned and prepare accordingly.

With the help of her experienced older brothers and sisters, Bai Doufu's lectures gradually became smoother.

A few days later, Wang Duoyu suddenly took out a song lyric and gave it to Wang Yifei.

"Sissi, take a look at this song, what do you think?"

"Your childhood and my childhood seem so similar: small shoulders, big schoolbags, going to school!"

Wang Yifei is quite skilled; she quickly started humming the song after looking at the lyrics and sheet music, and she was already quite proficient on her first try, which was quite interesting to listen to.

As expected of a vibrant and beautiful young woman, her voice is truly lovely.

"Dad, this song is great, it suits me perfectly."

However, just as she was overjoyed, Bai Doufu suddenly appeared from the side:
"Big sister, this is my song."

The two sisters immediately started arguing, and Wang Duoyu didn't get involved anymore, letting the two sisters resolve the matter themselves.

Inside the villa's study, Wang Duoyu closed the door and then immersed himself in his work.

Last month, news broke from Washington that the entire management team of the CIA had undergone a major reshuffle.

The new CIA director is Bennett Ortega, the head of the intelligence department is Hirodo De Murphy, and the head of the operations department is Domenikolov.

However, the deputy director was replaced by Burton Byron, who was previously the CIA's head in Zurich.

Times have changed, and the former branch office head has now moved into the CIA headquarters and become one of the bigwigs of the intelligence agency.

After President Clinton overhauled the CIA, he immediately issued a new order to Bennett Ortega and his team: the super-dollar factory must be completely eradicated within six months.

The reason for giving them six months was that Bennett and his group had just taken over the CIA, and the management had undergone a major overhaul, with all the newcomers being new.

Therefore, they need some time to adapt and adjust before the task can be completed in a targeted manner.

The counterfeit money ring is too powerful; its existence has seriously threatened the hegemonic status of the US dollar.

It could even be said that if this problem is not resolved, it is uncertain whether the US dollar can maintain its current position.

The euro has gradually stabilized and is poised to become the largest issuing currency in Europe.

Even though the Kosovo War caused the euro to plummet against the dollar, it also allowed international financial institutions such as Wall Street to make a fortune.

Even so, it cannot change the overall situation: the euro is already the second largest international payment currency in the global monetary and trade system after the US dollar.

This is a huge provocation against the dollar's hegemony!
Unfortunately, the United States is currently unable to make the euro disappear and can only wait for the right opportunity.

Therefore, President Clinton's idea was that internal stability must come before external threats!
After Bennett Ortega took over the CIA, he implemented sweeping reforms, especially among the lower-level agents, resulting in a major purge and reshuffling.

All the clerical staff and agents in the headquarters office building were transferred from other places, while the agents who stayed at headquarters were all "exiled to the frontier" to prevent them from causing trouble at headquarters.

After this major purge, Bennett was finally able to get to work.

Since the beginning of August, the CIA, this behemoth, has been operating at high efficiency, using the highest level of encryption for all intelligence transmissions this time.

Since the 1970s, the United States has implemented the RSA asymmetric encryption algorithm protocol, and cryptography has taken root in American universities.

Although starting in 1949, American mathematician Shannon published a paper that laid the foundation for cryptography, which led to its rapid development.

However, in the 1970s and 80s, as the Cold War reached its peak, the application of cryptography and the demand for cryptographic talent reached an extreme peak.

Even after the end of the Cold War, the United States did not reduce its training of cryptography talent, because the United States still dreamed of controlling the world.

President George Herbert was a witness to the end of the Cold War and one of the biggest driving forces that propelled the United States to its peak.

The successful implementation of the Internet information superhighway plan is largely due to George Herbert.

The proliferation of cryptography talent has greatly helped and contributed to the United States' global dominance.

If the CIA wants to completely take down counterfeit money rings, it must surpass its competitors in intelligence encryption.

Bennett Ortega's orders were very simple: all intelligence of higher importance should be encrypted using this top-of-the-line method to confuse the enemy and expose their weaknesses.

In fact, Bennett's move did indeed throw the Nuwa AI into a state of chaos.

The reason is quite simple: previously, there were at most a few hundred highly encrypted intelligence messages per month, so it was naturally not a big problem for the Nuwa AI system.

Because Wang Duoyu improved its hardware and software performance, it wouldn't be difficult for it to crack these encrypted messages.

It's important to understand that deciphering this encrypted intelligence is essentially equivalent to factoring large numbers.

After all, modern cryptography is basically based on the RSA encryption algorithm, whose security strength increases with the length of its key.

In other words, the longer the key, the longer it takes to encrypt and decrypt.

According to Princeton University's recommendations, the sensitivity of the information being protected should be considered in conjunction with the cost an attacker would demand to crack it, as well as the required response time of the system.

But CIA Director Bennett Ortega disregarded all of this, sparing no expense to complicate matters for the intelligence agencies behind the counterfeit money syndicate, so that the CIA could seize an opportunity.

This is a form of information warfare.

Knowing this, Wang Duoyu had no choice but to passively participate in the battle.

Although this was his forte, he couldn't afford to waste his time entirely on deciphering codes, especially since most of the deciphered intelligence was unimportant.

Therefore, besides personally participating in the deciphering of the encryption algorithm, Wang Duoyu was also considering other ways to break the deadlock. (End of this chapter)