America: I came here to study, not to show mercy.

Live broadcast in progress, with numerous cameras focused on her, Li Xiaoen looked at everyone in front of their TVs and computers, her serene smile making them feel somewhat dazed.

If they hadn't known the details beforehand, they would have thought it was Sean Lee's acceptance speech.

Outside the Princeton incubator, Li Xiaoen still recognized the Hearst Corporation logo at Katherine's house. Following the microphone upwards, he saw Belinda, who had come to interview the company at the beginning, and raised an eyebrow.

Facing the subtle look in the other person's eyes, Li Xiaoen smiled, turned his head to face the microphone handed to him, and spoke.

"Thank you all for taking the time to come. Regarding the issue of BanYan being sued, we will not evade or deceive. We will face it head-on and give the most netizens and users a satisfactory explanation in accordance with legal procedures and processes."

"Mr. Li, Mr. Li, would it be convenient to give you a heads-up?"

No sooner had he finished speaking than a reporter immediately asked a question.

"Um……"

Li Xiaoen pondered for a moment before speaking, "I think that regarding the numerous video and text-based internet platforms, the companies that use each user's mobile phone screenshots on their platforms cannot maintain ownership of them, and the same applies to other apps on the user's phone operating on those platforms."

"Mr. Li, BanYan's operations on all other platforms are based on the push notifications from those platforms, and you can't deny that BanYan might be filtering out ads from those platforms, right? Doesn't this infringe on the legitimate revenue of those other platforms?"

A bespectacled Black man quickly asked a question, which immediately caught the attention of all the reporters, who then thrust their microphones closer to Sean Lee.

Please provide the specific legal provisions.

Li Xiaoen calmly replied, "I think if it's based on other means outside the platform, whether online or offline, to filter and select the platform's push notifications, or even to make users naturally ignore them, then BanYan is not the first, nor will it be the last."

But this is the most radical solution.

Knowing BanYan's business perfectly well, many of the reporters present were also loyal BanYan users. Hearing Li Xiaoen's words, they couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

"Furthermore, regarding the lawsuit against BanYan for infringing on user privacy, our app and website require users to sign a user agreement before logging in. If you're going to say that the agreement was too long and users didn't see it clearly, then please sue other platforms that you can see first."

Li Xiaoen smiled leisurely and said, "Alright, I think I've explained the two important issues. Thank you all for coming."

After saying that, Li Xiaoen turned and left, but then seemed to remember something, came back to his senses, and looked up to scan the many camera lenses again.

"Oh, by the way, BanYan has been sued; on the contrary, we should express our gratitude."

"TikTok, Google, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube are all globally renowned internet platforms. We thank you for this joint lawsuit, which has brought BanYan to the world's attention. The specific judgment of the lawsuit will be determined by fair law. Regardless of the outcome, BanYan will stand with you in the future..."

After saying that, Li Xiaoen raised his hand in a gesture, then turned and left.

Under the camera's lens, Li Xiaoen still walked with ease, the afterglow of the setting sun shining on him, making him radiant. This scene was inexplicably beautiful. The reporters remained silent, watching the young man walk further and further away.

Meanwhile, in a luxurious villa in the suburbs of New York, Sophie stared intently at the departing figure of Sean Lee on the television screen, her face full of worry.

Sitting on the sofa, watching the television screen for a long time, Louise's face was calm. She took a deep breath, turned her head, and reached out to grasp her restless daughter's hand.

"Sophie, go."

"Ok?"

Suffer paused for a moment upon hearing this, then turned from the television to look at her father.

"Go find Sean."

Louis smiled with relief. "He needs you now."

"..."

"Thank you, thank you! Dad..."

After a moment of confusion, Suffer came to her senses, her face lighting up with surprise. She couldn't help but hug her father, and as she stood up, her clear, light blue eyes were a little red.

Facing the amused yet wistful gazes of her mother and brother sitting to the side, she sniffed and strode towards the door. "I need to find Sean right now..."

"Drive slowly, be careful..."

Louis couldn't help but give his daughter a word of advice, watching Sophie disappear from sight. Turning back, he saw his wife's teasing gaze and sighed helplessly, "This daughter, since starting high school, this is the first time she's been so affectionate towards her father, and it's all for a man..."

"Ha ha……"

Isolde chuckled twice and rolled her eyes. "If you keep being so old-fashioned and stubborn, how are young people going to get along with you these days? Forget Sophie, even Jasper doesn't want to talk to you..."

"No, I didn't say that..."

Noticing Louis's gaze, Jasper quickly shook his head and denied it, a helpless smile on his face, "I'll still..."

He suddenly stopped mid-sentence, causing Louis's face to darken instantly.

"Jasper, you're not going to marry a Black girl someday, are you?"

"No, of course not..."

Jasper quickly denied it, but under his parents' probing gazes, he could only cautiously offer his support, "I've fallen for a Chinese girl..."

"Jasper!"

……

[Congratulations, host! After your tireless efforts, your charm has successfully increased by +1.]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Specified Item Upgrade Card]

[Designated Item Upgrade Card: After use, you can choose one item currently owned by the host to upgrade, and the corresponding function will be doubled.]

"..."

An Adventurer's Memoir

Chapter 121 (The End): The True Ending

The adventure continues, but defeating the final, greatest dragon is not the end; the goal lies far ahead, in a distant future.

The true ending is not defeating the dragon, but maintaining a steadfast heart and unwavering faith in the future, even amidst countless hardships and setbacks.

[The Adventurer's Memoirs is now complete]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained: Hero's Gift Chest]

[The Hero's Gift Chest: A treasure chest given by the hero, containing his hopes for those who follow.]

"..."

At the Princeton incubator, Sean Lee was going upstairs when a system screen, unusually prominent in front of him, appeared.

They haven't even fought the dragon yet, and they're already saying the memoirs are over?

Li Xiaoen's expression turned strange. Could it be that this was a desperate attempt to salvage a bad ending?
Without dwelling on it too much, Li Xiaoen glanced at the pop-up message and casually opened the treasure chest.

[Congratulations, host! You have received one hundred million US dollars in cash. The money has been transferred to your bank account.]

[Congratulations, host! Stamina +1] [Congratulations, host! Intelligence +1]

[Congratulations, host! You have obtained 1 designated item upgrade card and 1 Hero's Fortune Aura]

[Designated Item Upgrade Card: After use, you can choose one item currently owned by the host to upgrade, and the corresponding function will be doubled.]

[Hero's Fortune Growth Aura: Once activated, it ignores all obstacles and can gradually and slightly increase the three-dimensional data of the host's designated team member who is a hero. This aura cannot be upgraded.]

"..."

[Specification: Halo effect in advanced learning domain]

[Upgrade Card successfully used; Advanced Learning Domain Aura upgrade complete]

[Top-Tier Learning Domain Aura: Once activated, it ignores all obstacles, increases the host's thinking ability by 100%, and simultaneously expands into a learning domain within a radius of 110 meters. Within this range, the host can choose to have the aura descend upon any target, increasing their thinking ability by 50%. There is no limit to the number of targets. The aura effect can be applied to a designated center point and lasts for a long time.]

Without bothering to check anything else, Li Xiaoen naturally used the designated upgrade card on the learning area that needed it most. His gaze swept over the item explanation and he couldn't help but nod in satisfaction.

The improvement of the top-tier level compared to the advanced level is undoubtedly huge. Although the increase in the number of people it can favor is only 10%, it has the advantage of not limiting the number of people. And most importantly, it can invest the domain into a designated area and retain it for a long time.

He no longer has to come to the company every single day to refresh the domain's maintenance time, which is undoubtedly a great convenience for him.

After casually tossing the top and advanced learning areas to the company area, Li Xiaoen finally looked at the system screen displayed in front of him.

【Character: Li Xiaoen】

[Age: 9 years old]

[Intelligence: 14 (10)]

[Stamina: 13 (10)]

【Charm: 14 (10)】

His three-dimensional data had all improved slightly in the last few minutes. His physical strength and intelligence were from the treasure chest opened by the hero, and he was aware of the system's power and was not surprised. His charm was added after the interview.

Since getting the system, he has tried different hairstyles and clothes with several girls, and has also done some simple skincare, but none of them have been able to improve his charm. But this interview and a few words have improved it?

Li Xiaoen pondered that the only plausible explanation was that this charm represented not only physical appearance but also personal charisma.
Many people say that being handsome is a feeling, is that what it means?

Shamelessly thinking to himself, Li Xiaoen took out his phone and glanced at the full one hundred million US dollars that had been transferred to his account. The frustration of being sued by other companies instantly vanished.

"What are you thinking about?"

A teasing voice suddenly came from ahead. Li Xiaoen looked up and saw Catherine leaning against the company door, arms crossed, looking at him. "Giving interviews to various media outlets and showing off on TV and online news, you seem to be having a lot of fun..."

"You also think I look handsome during the interview?"

Li Xiaoen chuckled, raised his hand to rest on the door frame next to Catherine, and raised an eyebrow at her.

For some reason, the young man in front of her seemed much more handsome. Catherine's vision blurred for a moment, and noticing the gazes of her colleagues behind her, she quickly raised her hand to push away the young man who was leaning in front of her.

"I'll be away from the company for a few days, so I'd better take care of all the contracts and documents that have piled up."

After saying that, Catherine turned and went back to her office, glaring at several nosy girls along the way.

Shrugging, Li Xiaoen first went to the software development work area to calm everyone down, and explained the main tasks and projects to Evan and Haskel before returning to his office.

It was still close to the end of the workday, but the entire company was eerily quiet. Everyone was focused on their work and doing their own thing.

"Here, take a look at these cooperation agreements and the delivery agreement for the company's new location, and sign them."

Just as BanYan finished drafting the framework for her next design project, Catherine came in carrying a stack of folders and handed them over. "I've looked at the specific amounts, and I've also prepared the details of the collaborating company on the second page."

"Hmm, they've prepared very thoroughly."

Li Xiaoen nodded, chuckled and teased, but before he could say anything more, there was a knock on the office door twice, and he couldn't help but look towards the doorway.

"Come in."

As soon as he finished speaking, the door was pushed open from the outside, revealing a tall and beautiful figure. Li Xiaoen was stunned for a moment.

"Sean..."

Valerie's expression was somewhat strange. She gestured to the young girl beside her, whose gaze was casually sweeping around, "This young lady said she's here to see you..."

Even so, Valerie couldn't help but glance at Catherine a few times, her thoughts unreadable.

"Sufeier, why are you here?"

Li Xiaoen was stunned for a moment.

"It's been so long since I've been here, and I haven't been to the company in so long. Plus, there's been this lawsuit, so I came to check it out."

Sophie answered calmly, moved her feet, and came to Li Xiaoen's office. She glanced at Catherine with a slightly darkened look in her eyes.

"Let's talk."

Catherine lowered her gaze and handed the folder in her arms to Sean Lee. "Review and sign these documents before you leave work today. If you have any questions, send me a message."

After saying that, Catherine turned and left. Valerie had already slipped away at some point, and she had to open and close the office door again.

"Looks like I shouldn't have come. Even though the company is being sued, you still have so many beautiful women around you. With your scoundrel and dissolute personality, the company's affairs are definitely nothing to you. You can't be happier."

Turning his gaze from the closed door, Suffer looked down at the young man and casually scoffed.

From the moment she entered the room and saw Sean Lee and Catherine working together intimately, she vaguely regretted introducing the two of them to each other for cooperation. Unfortunately, as far as she knew, Sean Lee's business partner was none other than Catherine.

"Okay, they are pretty, but not as pretty as you."

Li Xiaoen chuckled and pulled Su Feier's arm, making her sit sideways on his lap. "Alright, I'm back. You can tell me what you said yesterday after I got back, right?"

As she drew closer, Suffer finally realized that the man in front of her had suddenly become even more handsome. Her breath caught in her throat, and she unconsciously wrapped her arms around the young man's neck, while pretending not to notice as she looked up at something else.

"Have I ever said this?"

"Yes, there must be."

Li Xiaoen chuckled, gently stroking the girl's soft, slender waist with both hands. "It seems someone said she missed me, didn't she?"

"..."

With her lips pressed tightly together, Sophie rolled her eyes and took a deep breath. "Okay, that's how it is."

"Say it..."

Li Xiaoen smiled and raised his chin in a gesture.

He opened his mouth, but was momentarily speechless, and couldn't help but glare at the young man. (End of Chapter)