Rebirth 08: Can a mobile game company also build a tech empire?

"What? A washing machine can be connected to the internet?"

Lu Jianguo exclaimed in surprise.

"What can this thing do when connected to the internet?"

"Oh my god, Dad! It's the Internet of Things!"

Lu Chen had no choice but to patiently explain.

"It's about connecting all the appliances in your home to the internet."

Then, intelligent linkage can be achieved.

Think about it.

As soon as you get home, the smart speaker greets you with "Welcome home, homeowner!"

Then the lights automatically turned on, and the air conditioner automatically adjusted to a comfortable temperature.

This is wonderful.

"You...watch too many movies, don't you?"

Lu Jianguo looked at Lu Chen with suspicion.

"Dad, you must believe me."

To put it simply, in ten years...

From small items like light bulbs to large items like air conditioners and televisions,

Even your toilet can connect to the internet now!

"Go away, go away, I'm not listening to your nonsense!"

Even the toilet is connected to the internet.

I also want to listen to the radio using the refrigerator.

Lu Jianguo was speechless.

Lu Chen's whole thing is pure fantasy; it's obviously just nonsense.

"Hey, let me tell you, in the future, refrigerators won't just be able to play the radio, they'll also be able to watch videos of pretty girls..."

Lu Chen persisted.

"Get lost, get lost..."

Lu Jianguo waved his hand as if shooing away flies.

A moment later,

Lu Jianguo lit a cigarette and took a deep drag.

"Seriously, does your company need funding?"

"Dad has some here."

Lu Chen, who was about to make a joke, quieted down.

Then a warm feeling welled up inside me.

Parents always want to help their children, no matter what; perhaps this is the deepest form of love a parent can have.

"No need, our cash flow is very good."

Lu Chen paused for a moment, then continued,

"Dad, please think carefully about what I just said;"

If needed, I can help you connect with some technical teams.

"Let's talk about it later, let's not talk about this during the New Year."

Lu Jianguo waved his hand.

Although he was being perfunctory with his words, his eyes clearly showed that he was thinking.

My son's words actually make sense.

He himself had a vague feeling that the current booming sales could not continue indefinitely.

But transformation is easier said than done.

The production line needs adjustment, technology needs to be introduced, and workers need training...

All of this requires a large investment.

It's possible that the money has already been invested.

But it had no effect whatsoever.

Then Lu Jianguo shook his head, banishing these distracting thoughts from his mind.

After a simple lunch, the whole family started preparing for the New Year's Eve dinner.

Five o'clock in the afternoon.

A sumptuous meal has been set on the table.

Braised carp, four-happiness meatballs, sweet and sour pork ribs, steamed crab, boiled shrimp, cold shredded vegetables, and a platter of braised beef...

The table was covered with food.

"Come on, pour it all in!"

Lu Jianguo opened a bottle of Moutai and poured a glass for everyone.

This year is a big year for our family!

Your son is successful in his career, the family factory is doing well, and your mother is in good health!

Cheers!

"Cheers!"

"Cheers!"

The three wine glasses clinked together, making a crisp sound.

Outside the window, night has fallen.

The sound of firecrackers began to drift from afar.

There is currently no ban on artillery in Chang'an.

So during the Lunar New Year, everyone set off fireworks freely.

Lu Chen also took the opportunity to buy several kinds of fireworks.

After all, firearms were banned everywhere, and I was getting old, so I was too lazy to bother with such formalities.

"Sizzle..."

The fuse is lit.

Lu Chen ran off happily.

"call out--

boom!

Bang bang bang!!!

A series of fireworks exploded in the sky, reflecting off the distant fireworks.

It creates a magnificent display of colors.

Lu Chen stood there with his hands in his pockets, staring blankly at the fireworks.

The firelight shone into his eyes.

It appeared exceptionally bright.

"It's so good to be young..."

Lu Chen murmured in a voice only he could hear.

After the fireworks were finished, it was just time for the Spring Festival Gala to start.

Similarly, the 2009 Spring Festival Gala is still worth watching.

Unlike the later chants of "Dumplings, dumplings, dumplings... Make dumplings, it's Chinese New Year!"

Or they'll openly pressure you to get married; that's a really forceful approach.

Lu Chen almost vomited while watching.

From that moment on, I made up my mind that I would rather spend an entire night watching short videos than watch the Spring Festival Gala.

The family of three nestled on the sofa.

The hosts for the 2009 Spring Festival Gala were still the same group of people: Zhu Jun, Zhu Xun, Dong Qing, and Zhang Zequn.

The opening song and dance, "The Great Chinese Celebration," was lively and festive.

The skit "Auspicious Three Treasures" made the mother laugh so hard she almost fell over.

"Why doesn't Jay Chou understand the lyrics when he sings this week?"

Lu Jianguo complained.

"Dad, that's called style!"

Lu Chen explained with a smile.

"What style? It's just unclear pronunciation!"

Although the father complained, his eyes were glued to the television.

The whole family was stunned when they saw Liu Qian's magic trick.

"How did this happen? How did the ring get inside the egg?"

Li Xiulan leaned closer to watch the TV.

"Mom, magic is just a performance..."

Lu Chen was both amused and exasperated.

It's past eleven o'clock.

Lu Jianguo and Li Xiulan couldn't hold on any longer.

But I just won't go to sleep.

Because I haven't watched Uncle Benshan's skit yet.

Now, Zhao Benshan is the absolute ruler of the Spring Festival Gala stage.

This year's skit "Not Short of Money" is another peak performance.

Xiao Shenyang became an overnight sensation across the country.

Lu Chen had already seen it.

But I still found it very enjoyable to watch.

After all, good works can be watched repeatedly without getting tired of them.

After the skit ended, Lu Chen quietly sighed.

I wonder if they are lamenting that Zhao Benshan will soon retire from the Spring Festival Gala stage.

As midnight approached,

Lu Chen's phone started vibrating incessantly.

Lu Chen's colleagues kept sending him New Year's greetings.

"Happy New Year!"

"May 2009 be a year of smooth sailing and happiness!"

"Wishing Mr. Lu a happy new year, and may good things happen to you every day!"

Wu Zhixuan, who was far away in Shenzhen, sent Lu Chen a multimedia message.

The MMS message contained a photograph.

It turned out that Wu Zhixuan was having New Year's Eve dinner with his colleagues who were sticking to the production line.

Lu Chen replied to each one, feeling a warm glow in his heart.

The clock struck midnight.

The sounds of fireworks outside the window became more frequent.

Although we can't see it, we can imagine its magnificent blooming in the night sky.

"Happy New Year!"

The three exchanged New Year's greetings.

Li Xiulan took out two red envelopes and handed them to Lu Chen and Lu Jianguo:

Here, this is your New Year's money!

May my son's career be successful, and may Lao Lu's factory prosper!

Lu Jianguo smiled and took out red envelopes, one for Li Xiulan and one for Lu Chen.

"Take it, it's for good luck."

"Thank you, Dad. Thank you, Mom."

Lu Chen accepted the red envelope, his eyes welling up with tears.

And he was prepared.

He took two red envelopes out of his pocket.

They were handed to Lu Jianguo and Li Xiulan respectively.

"Oh?"

Working makes all the difference.

She's even become more considerate of her parents.

Lu Jianguo accepted the red envelope with a big smile, his eyes crinkling into wrinkles.

I touched the red envelope, only to find that there was only a hard card inside.

He immediately poured it out and found it was a bank card.

"What... what is this?"

"Card."

Lu Chen disagreed.

"Yeah, why did you give me the card?"

Lu Jianguo looked serious.

"Let me tell you,"

Although you are the company's boss,

However, the money in the account belongs to the company's property.

You can't just use it randomly.

This is called embezzlement!

"Just take it if your son gives it to you, why are you asking so many questions!"

Li Xiulan slapped Lu Jianguo's arm.

"If you don't want to give it to me, I'll keep it for you!"

"Hey, this is from my son..."

Lu Chen watched the noisy old couple quietly from the side.

He shook his head helplessly.

This is home.