My game is depressing worldwide.

Shen Qingtu is the kind of person who is very confident, and she certainly has the capital to be confident, as evidenced by the fact that she was able to become the lead programmer in Tianshuo's flagship second game project at her age.

As a result, she couldn't tolerate any wrongdoing. When faced with workplace harassment, she slapped someone and ruined her career.

Therefore, I really dislike owing favors to others.

While he wouldn't be destitute due to unemployment, it's a fact that Jumper's sales were boosted by Iwanna.

Yesterday alone, Jumper sold the equivalent of a month's worth of sales, while Iwanna didn't earn a single penny.

This is all for her benefit.

This favor made her feel very awkward.

The scene became somewhat awkward. Zhou Qian wanted to say something, but was stopped by a look from Yu Xiaoming, so he had to make an excuse to leave first.

Only two people remained.

"Speaking of which, I have to thank my junior for his brilliant design, which revived an old game from many years ago." Shen Qingtu organized his thoughts, "I will give you 50% of the profits from the sales exceeding the average monthly sales of the past year as a token of my gratitude."

Hearing this, Chen Xuan shook his head.

How naive you are, senior.

Do I want those measly odds and ends?

I want an SSR!

Have you not seen Overwatch go from being a flop to becoming popular again and then back to being popular again? What is the secret to its success?

Excellent underlying code plays a crucial role.

A reliable lead programmer is a cornerstone of a game company!

"Senior, you created the 'Jumper' engine and made it free and open source so that your juniors could have a handy practice tool. Such selfless dedication is a role model for us to learn from."

Chen Xuan spoke righteously, "If I were to demand payment from my senior when she was in danger, wouldn't I be considered an ungrateful person? This matter must not be mentioned again, otherwise it would be putting me, Chen, in an unjust position!"

"But......"

"No buts!"

Shen Qingtu was speechless for a moment.

No matter what Shen Qingtu said, Chen Xuan simply refused to accept the money, insisting that she owe him a favor.

The two engaged in a lively verbal battle for a while, leaving Shen Qingtu both amused and exasperated: "Senior Cui Manzhou said you're slippery, but I didn't believe it... Judging from this, you don't want to invite me to help you finish the 'To the Moon' project, you want to invite me to join the team, right?"

The groundwork has been laid; it's time to pull a gold item in a single draw.

However, before Chen Xuan could speak, an unfamiliar voice from behind him spoke first.

"Qingtu, I've finally found you! I've been looking for you for ages."

Chen Xuan looked up and recognized the other person at a glance.

I met Wang Hongguang, a guest from Tianshuo Network Technology, in the auditorium. He even inexplicably contributed a defense penetration value.

He was pot-bellied, around forty years old, and didn't look like someone from a major internet company at all.

Wang Hongguang didn't even glance at Chen Xuan before sitting down in the empty seat opposite him at the table.

Shen Qingtu frowned slightly, her face full of disgust as if she had swallowed a fly, and said rudely, "Please leave. I have already resigned and am looking for a new job."

Wang Hongguang looked somewhat embarrassed, then said to Chen Xuan, "Excuse me, could you please leave for a moment and give us some space to talk?"

Chen Xuan raised an eyebrow and chuckled.

I was trying to get an SSR, and you came to mess with me. I've already done a good job of educating your manufacturer by not cursing them.

"Sorry, junior, let's find another place to eat." Shen Qingtu stood up with a cold face, grabbed Chen Xuan's wrist with one hand, and carried his own plate with the other, walking towards the empty table.

Just as he sat down, Wang Hongguang came running over again.

"The previous unpleasantness was really a misunderstanding. President Zheng really didn't mean to harass you. That's why he sent me to apologize to you. Besides, you slapped President Zheng, so we're even."

"And you don't really want to waste your life joining a small studio, do you? You just got lucky with one small game; who knows how badly the next one will flop. Listen to me, go back to Tianshuo. The development team needs you."

Chen Xuan finally understood.

So it turns out it was workplace harassment by the producer, which resulted in Shen Qingtu slapping him and the two breaking up.

As a result, the layoffs affected the most vital sectors.

It seems that the project encountered some problems after Shen Qingtu left, so they had to send someone back to invite him back.

Theoretically speaking, Wang Hongguang is right.

Small workshops have poor risk resistance. No one can guarantee that every game they make will be a hit. Many studios are born and die, and no one knows about their works.

Last year, China released more than 2000 single-player games on a buy-to-play basis. How many of them have more than 10 reviews on the official game store?

Only 891 models.

One statistic can illustrate just how fierce the competition is.

However, what he said was indeed true, and it was also true that it made people uncomfortable.

What's the difference between telling a game developer that their next game will flop, telling a doctor that someone will die during surgery, and telling a businessman that he will definitely lose money next year?

They're just asking for trouble.

So Chen Xuan didn't stand on ceremony and said calmly, "I know you're eager to find talent, but my advice is, don't just look at your senior's professional abilities."

Wang Hongguang paused for a moment, then nodded subconsciously and said, "Of course I know."

"It also depends on one's own abilities."

Shen Qingtu was already in a bad mood, but upon hearing this, she couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Wang Hongguang was completely dumbfounded.

As the chief planner of Tianshuo Flagship Game 2, the guest invited by Lincheng University today is treated as an honored guest wherever he goes.

I never expected to be confronted by a junior college student.

His expression immediately changed: "Watch your words. Shen Qingtu is only temporarily leaving her job. She will not join a small workshop like yours. It would be a waste of her abilities."

[Defense Penetration Value Detected from Wang Hongguang +1]

"Even the most incompetent husband wouldn't say something as pathetic as you." Chen Xuan gave him a strange look. "Let's have a proper work discussion, instead of you talking like Xiong Jing."

Shen Qingtu really wanted to burst out laughing, but unfortunately this was the cafeteria.

Quiet!

Having a foul mouth is a pleasure.

Wang Hongguang said in a deep voice, "Is this the kind of student Lincheng University produces?"

[Defense Penetration Value Detected from Wang Hongguang +3]

"Yeah, everyone who's gone to university is like us." Chen Xuan nodded directly. "You don't even know that? You didn't go to university, did you? Really? Really?"

Having said all that, Shen Qingtu didn't mince words and issued an ultimatum.

"You can rest assured, even if I go into making indie games, or even change careers and go back to my hometown to take the civil service exam, I will never go back to work for Tianshuo. It's a garbage company that's rotten inside and out, it's disgusting."

Upon hearing this, Wang Hongguang's face turned extremely ugly, but considering the mission he was on, he managed to hold back his anger.

They wanted to say something more to Shen Qingtu, but their voices weren't lowered at all, and the commotion had already attracted the attention of many people; some students were even about to call security.

Left with no other choice, I stood up and prepared to leave.

Before leaving, he gave Chen Xuan a deep look and said, "It's normal for young people to be arrogant and ignorant. I just hope you won't regret it later."

"Tianshuo, the largest game publisher in China, I know that." Chen Xuan was a little confused. "But what does the publishing department have to do with your in-house development department? Are you even in the industry? You're not trying to show off at all."

As soon as he said this, bursts of laughter came from the surrounding area.

Wang Hongguang's old face could no longer remain composed; it turned pale and then purple as he turned and walked out of the cafeteria.

This commotion made Shen Qingtu lose her appetite. She put down her chopsticks, her face full of shame, and her once bright eyes were now dim.

"Junior, I'm so sorry... I came to see you to repay a favor, but I didn't expect to cause you any trouble..."

"Is this considered troublesome?" Chen Xuan paused for a moment. "What's the trouble?"

"Although Tianshuo's R&D and publishing departments are separate, Wang Hongguang is still a veteran of Tianshuo and has a lot of influence. Your new project involves publicity and distribution, so you'll have to deal with them anyway."

Chen Xuan shook his head: "Senior, you're too young. Traditional publicity methods are expensive and unrewarding. I've never intended to use those outdated publicity and distribution methods."

"Huh? So how do you plan to promote 'To the Moon'? You don't really think that just mentioning it during your speech today will make the game a huge hit, do you?"

"No, I have other plans."

"That is?"

Shen Qingtu asked impatiently, but Chen Xuan just smiled and remained silent.

I understand instantly.

After hesitating for a few seconds...

"I'll join you because I'm the one who got you into trouble, and I owe you a huge favor. I won't feel right until I repay it."

Chen Xuan clapped lightly: "Welcome, senior. Your presence is like adding wings to a tiger."

"Why do I have this feeling that I've been tricked?" Shen Qingtu felt like she had been on the defensive all day. "Now, can you tell me your plan?"

"I'm planning to hold a... iwanna speedrun challenge!"

Shen Qingtu's eyes widened.

"what?"