Huayu 2021: Isn’t he in the technology field?

Chapter 395 Gathering Together, Thunder in Our Hearts
The next day, the date was the 12th.

Wuwen Technology's global launch event will officially begin at 2 PM today.

The internet was buzzing from early morning.

The top ten trending topics on major social media platforms are almost entirely dominated by related terms such as "Wuwen Technology Press Conference," "Jiang Qing," "Smart Start to All Things," and "Luyang Convention and Exhibition Center." This phenomenon of technology topics completely suppressing entertainment gossip is extremely rare in China.

Netizens were enthusiastic, with tens of thousands of comments gathering under each related post. Speculation, expectations, and blessings intertwined, creating a huge wave of discussion.

Meanwhile, more on-site news, Reuters photos and videos were continuously posted online, constantly stimulating everyone's nerves.

Netizens captured images of top domestic AI figures, including Academician Yao Qizhi of Tsinghua University, Professor Huang Tiejun of Peking University, and Dean Zhou Zhihua of Jinling University, arriving at Luyang Airport. The industry leaders looked energetic and gave brief interviews to waiting media at the airport, expressing their anticipation for Wuwen Technology's latest release and praising Jiang Qing in their words.

What surprised all tech enthusiasts even more was that shortly afterward, foreign journalists posted photos on Twitter confirming that two of the three giants of deep learning, as well as top experts from institutions such as OpenAI, Google Brain, and DeepMind, had also unexpectedly appeared at Luyang Airport!
The presence of top international AI experts instantly elevated the international attention and conference prestige of the press conference to unprecedented levels.

The hashtag "World's AI luminaries gather in Luyang" quickly became a trending topic, with netizens exclaiming, "Impressive lineup!", "This is what a truly top-tier academic conference lineup looks like!", and "Jiang Shen is awesome!"

Aside from these somewhat serious academic giants, a fresh and beautiful figure also attracted everyone's attention.

It all started when a netizen posted a photo with the excited caption, "Holy crap! Look who I photographed!"

Upon opening the photo, a tall and slender figure comes into view.

This is a girl with an exceptionally outstanding appearance and temperament.

She was wearing a cream-colored duffle coat, a light brown turtleneck sweater underneath, a plaid skirt, and black boots. Her chestnut hair was tied in a neat ponytail, and she had a sweet smile on her face as she waved and greeted passersby who recognized her. She was polite and lively.

The girl was Jiang Nan.

The video was uploaded online and immediately received a lot of praise.

Wow! It's Jiang Nan!

"The academic goddess is so approachable, she has no airs at all!"

"Such good upbringing! The brother is a genius, the sister is a top student, and they're both so beautiful. I'm so envious."

"Honestly, even though Jiang Qing was criticized so harshly before, no one had the heart to criticize Jiang Nan. This shows how popular my sister is."

"She must be here to cheer on her brother! The siblings have such a great relationship!"

"You still have the nerve to say that? You used to insult my brother-in-law like that before!"

"Upstairs, you're even more shameless than me!"

……

With top figures from the domestic and international technology industries gathering in Luyang, the online discussion exploded.

One netizen joked, "After living all these years, this is the first time I've seen the top ten trending topics on Weibo all about the tech industry. If I didn't know better, I would have thought I was on the wrong app!"

This unprecedented level of attention has made countless people eagerly anticipate the afternoon's press conference.

Time quietly slipped to 1:30 in the afternoon.

The area around the Luyang Convention and Exhibition Center was already packed with people.

Tech enthusiasts, university students, and tech industry professionals from all over the country packed the area, with many blond-haired, blue-eyed foreigners also mixed in.

Many people didn't have tickets, but they just wanted to be closer to the scene and experience this historic atmosphere.

A large crowd had also gathered in front of the big screen outside the venue, waiting for the live broadcast to begin.

The noisy crowd, flashing cameras, drones flying overhead, and conversations in various languages ​​mingled together, turning this tech launch into a frenzied spectacle reminiscent of a top pop star concert.

The media area was also on high alert, with cameras and microphones already set up.

The arrival of each distinguished guest, whether a business tycoon like Jack Ma, Pony Ma, Li Keqiang, Lei Jun, or Zhang Yiming, an academic giant like Yao Qizhi or Huang Tiejun, or an authoritative expert in the field of AI from abroad, would cause a stir among the audience, with a constant stream of camera shutters, exclamations, and screams.

Zhou Ye and Meng Ziyi held hands and finally made their way through the crowded people to the entrance of the conference center inside the convention center.

Both of them were taken aback by the scene before them.

Zhou Ye dressed up specially today, wearing a caramel-colored teddy bear fleece coat, paired with light blue straight-leg jeans and white snow boots. She looked youthful and warm, with light makeup on her face and her long hair flowing smoothly over her shoulders.

Meng Ziyi wore a striking taro purple long down jacket with a thick fur collar on the hood, which made her face look even smaller. She wore thick leggings and ankle boots.

Both of them were wearing masks, but their outstanding temperament and figures still attracted a lot of attention.

"My God, so many people!"

Meng Ziyi's eyes widened as she clung tightly to Zhou Ye's arm.

"There are more people than when we attended Weibo Night last time!"

"Yeah, that's way too much!"

Zhou Ye was also a little stunned. He glanced at the crowded square, then turned back to the long queue in front of him, subconsciously shrinking his body and lowering his voice.

"Let's hurry up and line up, and keep a low profile."

"Reliable!"

Meng Ziyi nodded in agreement without hesitation.

The two were moving slowly with their heads down, following the group, when Zhou Ye's gaze inadvertently swept over a figure not far ahead, and he stopped in his tracks.

In the distance, a girl wearing a mask and an oatmeal-colored coat appeared. She was slender with long hair, and her features were very familiar.

Those were crescent-shaped eyes filled with a gentle smile.

"Sister Tongtong?"

Zhou Ye hesitated for a moment, then pulled Meng Ziyi over and tentatively patted her on the shoulder.

Li Yitong turned around and was stunned for a moment when she saw Zhou Ye and Meng Ziyi, but she quickly recovered and waved to them with a smile.

"Xiao Ye? Meng Meng? What a coincidence, you're here too."

"Sister Tongtong, it really is you!"

Zhou Ye was both pleasantly surprised and curious.

"Are you also interested in this press conference?"

Li Yitong appeared calm and composed, speaking in a relaxed tone.

"Yes, this matter has caused such a stir recently, so I was curious. I happened to meet Dr. Jiang thanks to the two of you, so I shamelessly asked him for an admission ticket."

As she spoke, her gaze naturally met Meng Ziyi's, and the two quickly exchanged a knowing, unspoken glance.

Meng Ziyi's heart skipped a beat the moment she saw Li Yitong, fearing that something unexpected might happen.

Seeing that she handled the situation with ease, he finally felt relieved.

Looking into Li Yitong's open and honest eyes, Zhou Ye's slight doubts gradually dissipated, and he nodded with a smile.

"Oh, I see. That's perfect, let's line up together then!"

"Okay."

Li Yitong smiled and responded, naturally blending in with them.

The three of them successfully passed through security and entered the conference center with the group.

The huge venue was almost full, with all 1500 seats occupied.

The first dozen or so rows were for guests, while the back rows were for lucky audience members who had drawn the lottery.

The space was filled with the buzzing of conversation, creating a lively atmosphere.

Li Yitong's seat was in another area. After entering, she smiled and waved goodbye to Zhou Ye and Meng Ziyi before heading to her seat.

Zhou Ye and Meng Ziyi found their seats and sat down. The seats were good, in the middle of the front.

Zhou Ye couldn't help but look around, his heart beating faster involuntarily.

She saw familiar yet unfamiliar bigwigs sitting in the front row, such as Ma from Lin'an, Ma from Pengcheng, Li Yanhong, Lei Jun, Liu Qiangdong, and Zhang Yiming, whispering and talking in hushed tones.

Not far away, Yao Qizhi was seen shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries with a foreign expert, while familiar faces such as Zhang Bin and Zhao Quan were seen moving around the venue, coordinating the order of the event.

With so many influential figures gathered in the venue, an invisible pressure seemed to permeate the air.

Zhou Ye unconsciously felt nervous for Jiang Qing, and his palms became slightly sweaty.

Meanwhile, Chen Duling, Wang Churan, Zhang Jingyi, Tian Xiwei, Liu Haocun, Zhao Jinmai, Zhang Ruonan, Reba, Jing Tian and others who had already entered the venue were all wearing masks or hats and sitting discreetly in different corners, trying their best to conceal their presence.

Their gazes were equally curious as they surveyed the grand scene, feeling the unique tension, their emotions complex, but their eyes all turned to the empty center of the stage ahead.

This press conference was broadcast live globally through multiple mainstream video platforms and technology media outlets both domestically and internationally. Although the press conference has not yet started, many platforms have already launched their live streaming channels, and the number of online viewers is climbing at an alarming rate.

The live stream chat was filled with rapidly scrolling, dazzling viewers. "Holy crap! This lineup! All the big names in China's internet industry are here!"

"Is that Academician Yao? And there are so many other amazing old men I don't recognize!"

"Look at that foreign old man the camera is panning across! He looks like one of the three giants of deep learning! Wuwen has such a big reputation!"

"I've never seen anything like this before!"

"Where's Jiang Shen? Come out now! We can't wait any longer!"

"As an engineering student, who would understand this situation!"

Just then, a slight commotion suddenly arose at the scene.

Jiang Nan, dressed in a smart black women's suit, walked calmly to the work area on the side of the stage, holding a microphone, and was communicating with several staff members.

The well-fitting cut perfectly accentuated her tall figure and excellent proportions. Her delicate makeup made her shed some of her youthful naiveté and gain more composure, while her chestnut ponytail added a touch of vitality.

Her outstanding looks, unique temperament, and the aura of being known as "Jiang Qing's sister" and "academic star of Tsinghua University" immediately attracted the attention of the entire audience and the cameras.

Wow! It's Jiang Nan!

"My sister looks so cool today!"

Is she a host?

"This family is absolutely stunning in both looks and intelligence..."

Zhou Ye and Meng Ziyi, sitting in the audience, excitedly held hands and covered their mouths, whispering their surprise.

Wow! Nan Nan looks so good in this outfit today!

"Beautiful and cool!"

Chen Duling, Wang Churan, and the others, who had never met Jiang Nan before, also narrowed their eyes and carefully examined the stunningly beautiful girl in the distance.

As everyone watched with bated breath, the clock finally struck two in the afternoon.

The lights went out on time, leaving only a few spotlights shining on the stage.

The giant screen suddenly lit up, displaying the highly technological logo of Wuwen Technology, accompanied by a rhythmic background sound effect, instantly capturing the attention of everyone present.

Under the watchful eyes of the entire audience, Jiang Nan, with a confident and composed smile on her face, held the microphone and walked briskly to the center of the stage.

The spotlight shone on her, as if coating her with a faint halo.

She first bowed slightly to the audience, then raised the microphone, her clear and melodious voice resounding throughout the venue.

"Distinguished guests, friends watching the live stream online, good afternoon. Welcome to the Wuwen Technology 'Intelligent Enlightenment' product launch event. I am your host today, Jiang Nan."

The poised and confident opening immediately drew enthusiastic applause from the audience.

Looking at the girl on the stage, Chen Duling suddenly remembered that she often did the same thing during her university days.

"First of all, please allow me, on behalf of Wuwen Technology, to express my sincerest gratitude to all the industry seniors, colleagues, media friends, and all the technology enthusiasts present. Welcome to all of you!"

Jiang Nan's gaze swept across the entire room, her tone sincere.

Next, she briefly introduced some important guests present today, and each time she read out a name, the audience responded with enthusiastic applause.

With a steady demeanor and fluent delivery, he showed no signs of being just a college student, displaying a maturity beyond his years.

Finally, she winked playfully and her tone became cheerful.

"I know that after sitting here for so long and listening to so many introductions, what you really want to see is not me, the temporary guest host, right?"

A knowing laugh rippled through the audience.

Jiang Nan smiled and raised her hand, leading to the side of the stage; her voice was clear and melodious.

"Now, let's give a warm round of applause to welcome Jiang Qing, the founder of Wuwen Technology, to the stage to unveil the mystery of today's press conference and bring you Wuwen Technology's brand new products!"

Before he finished speaking, the entire audience erupted in thunderous applause, flashes of light filled the room, and the sound waves almost lifted the roof off!
All the lights, all the cameras, all the eyes of everyone were focused on the side of the stage at this moment.

Amidst deafening applause, a tall figure steadily emerged from the shadows.

Jiang Qing appeared wearing a dark gray casual suit, with a simple white T-shirt underneath, and simple white sneakers on her feet. She also wore a small earpiece on the side of her face.

He maintained the decorum appropriate for formal occasions while retaining his characteristic casualness.

With a smile on his face and a composed gait, he walked step by step toward Jiang Nan in the center of the stage.

The moment they saw Jiang Qing, Zhou Ye and the others below the stage almost simultaneously perked up and turned their attention to her.

Chen Duling looked at the figure not far away and finally felt a little relieved.

He seems to be in pretty good shape.

His tall figure appeared even more upright under the lights, and his eyes were bright.

Even when facing the pressure of being broadcast live globally and under worldwide scrutiny, his demeanor remained as calm and composed as ever.

Yao Qizhi and others in the audience exchanged glances, all showing their admiration.

Walking to the center of the stage, Jiang Qing and Jiang Nan smiled at each other and gave each other a gentle hug.

They then parted ways, and Jiang Nan playfully mouthed "good luck" to him before smiling and retreating to the side of the stage.

Jiang Qing stood in the center of the stage, her gaze slowly sweeping over the sea of ​​people below, passing over many familiar and unfamiliar faces.

When my gaze met that of someone hidden in the crowd for a fleeting moment, I paused briefly and felt a warmth creep into my heart.

The venue gradually quieted down, and everyone held their breath, watching the stage intently, waiting for him to begin.

A brief silence fell over the scene.

Jiang Qing looked around the room, smiled suddenly, and her clear voice echoed throughout the room through her earpiece.

"With so many senior figures in the audience, I'm actually a little nervous."

He spoke in a relaxed tone, yet showed no sign of nervousness.

Many people in the audience smiled knowingly.

"First of all, thank you all for coming here today to attend our Wuwen launch event. To be honest, seeing so many seniors, friends, technology enthusiasts, and people who care about me here is very touching."

Jiang Qing paused deliberately and shrugged.

“I am very touched.”

A burst of good-natured laughter erupted from the audience, instantly lightening the atmosphere considerably.

No one thought much of it and assumed he was joking.

"Seeing everyone come makes me feel..."

Jiang Qing pretended to ponder for a moment.

"Hmm, it seems everyone's pretty free."

The audience burst into laughter again.

After a brief opening, Jiang Qing's expression became slightly more formal.

“Over the past month or so, I’ve heard a lot of voices.”

He frankly brought up the recent controversy, his gaze sweeping across the entire room.

"And I am standing here today not to refute anything, nor to prove anything."

The voice gradually rose a little.

"I just want to share with you what my team and I, Wuwen Technology, are actually doing. I want to tell everyone here, as well as all the friends watching the live stream, that what we want to present to you is not a simple answer, but another possibility about artificial intelligence."

"Intelligence unlocks all things; the future is here."

He repeated the slogan on the poster, his voice strong and clear.

"Now, please join me in opening the door to this new world."

After saying that, he turned to the side and raised his hand to gesture towards the huge screen behind him.

Below the stage, Chen Duling watched the man on stage, who was so poised and confident, showing no sign of distress even though he had recently been caught in a media storm. Suddenly, eight words came to mind.

—Thunder in the heart, but calm on the face.

(End of this chapter)