2003: The Opening Sniper Against the Financial Tycoon

Qin Hanyang did not respond to these comments.

But not long after, a "big shot" he knew appeared on the forum and publicly criticized him.

Seeing this stock tout, I have three questions for Delong:

1. Is the trust fund facing difficulties in redemption? Is it experiencing a financial crisis?

2. Shouldn't the company give investors an explanation for its persistently falling stock price?

3. Is the integration of industry and finance a lie? Is it still being hyped up? Let's stop this farce!

Chan Zhongshuochan is a big celebrity and a recognized stock market guru on the forum.

He usually doesn't talk much, but when he does, it's always something substantial and informative.

Many netizens have a high degree of trust in him.

Seeing this stock market guru launch his attack, and with his post being well-reasoned and supported by evidence, hundreds of replies immediately appeared in support of him.

"The stock market guru has spoken: Delong's shills should get lost!"

"That's right, the demon-revealing mirror is here!"

"His true colors will be revealed immediately!"

"..."

Qin Hanyang seemed to have been prepared and immediately retaliated.

You're a worthless stock market guru, and you dare call me a stock tout? Do you even deserve that title?

I am optimistic about Delong's recent Silicon Valley financing. The stock price of Shancheng Industry, which controls Galaxy Technology, is bound to surge.

And it will rise for at least three consecutive days, with a daily increase of at least 10%. Dare to bet with me?

[Hehe, what are we betting on?]

If you lose, you'll publicly apologize, then delete your account and leave the internet. If I lose, I'll donate 100 million to charity.

Amidst a chorus of insults, "Chan Zhong Shuo Chan" actually responded below.

Okay, I'll take your bet.

Seeing the stock market guru being framed, netizens felt sorry for him and started criticizing Qin Hanyang.

"What the hell? Trying to scam a big shot?"

"Who are you? What if you don't give it to me? You're just a big talker!"

"Seriously, who cares about you!"

"..."

Faced with a barrage of criticism.

Half an hour later, Qin Hanyang started a separate thread, this time tagging "Chan Zhong Shuo Chan".

I won't take advantage of you; I'll contribute one million regardless of whether you win or lose. I've already donated! Pictures and proof are available!

In the new post, Qin Hanyang shared a picture.

The picture shows a donation receipt for one million yuan, with the recipient being the Red Cross.

Next to the ticket was a handwritten ID that read "I am not a stock market guru," a method of proof used in forums in the early days.

"Holy crap, are you serious?"

"Who is this big shot? He's so rich!"

"You've gone too far, sir! You're incredibly righteous!"

"Regardless, this guy is a real man; he actually donated!"

"Will Delong's stock price really go up tomorrow?"

"Front row, sunflower seeds, peanuts..."

"I just contacted the Red Cross and confirmed it; they really did receive a donation of 100 million!"

Everyone initially thought Qin Hanyang was shamelessly trying to extort money, and some even speculated that the two were putting on a show together. But once this picture was released, netizens went wild!

One million is absolutely astonishing!

This "million-dollar bet" not only spread to other popular sections, but was also immediately reposted to other platforms by the online army organized by Qin Hanyang.

[He's throwing down millions, risking his reputation as a stock market guru!]

[Mysterious Tycoon VS Stock Market Guru...]

[Come and see what's going on! The stock market guru might be on his way!]

A shocking gamble...

The titles were increasingly eye-catching, and the post content even clearly explained the ins and outs.

It even included information on how to buy stocks.

Anyone with a discerning eye can tell there's a hidden hand behind this, but novice netizens don't care; they think they've learned something.

Some portal websites also featured this discussion on their homepages.

Throughout the entire night, the discussion about this bet never stopped.

Even many people who know nothing about the stock market started to look forward to the next day because of this incident, and said they would keep an eye on it to see if the stock price would rise accordingly.

Qin Hanyang breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing the widespread popularity across the platform.

After all, he really donated that million!

Fortunately, the government's regulation of platforms is not strict these days, and it will take a few more years before there are more regulations.

Of course, the origin of this "regulation" is quite interesting, stemming from a revenue bet between Junzi and Gree's Dong Mingzhu.

Well... their bets were even more outrageous; they wagered a staggering 100 million yuan right there on CCTV's television program.

This ensured that similar online gambling schemes would never reappear.

Time flew by and it was already the next day.

As soon as the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges opened, a large number of stock investors flocked in.

Two retired stock market investors, carrying newspapers and teacups, walked in together and found a seat in the lobby.

"Old Li, why does it seem like there are significantly more people at the exchange today than usual?"

"I don't know what's going on either."

At this moment, a young man sat down in the empty seat next to them, stared at the big screen for a long time, and suddenly turned his head and asked:

"Sir, the red companies are going up, and the green companies are going down, right?"

"That's right, young man, you've never bought stocks before?"

"Yes, I was just passing by and thought I'd come in to take a look."

After saying that, the young man continued to look at the big screen for a long time.

"Wow, that's amazing... Sir, didn't that red 'Shancheng Industry' stock go up by 3%?"

"right......"

Upon hearing this, Old Li, wearing his reading glasses, looked up and asked in surprise, "Huh? Delong's three new stocks have been languishing for so long, but today is strange. They opened 5 points higher. Is there some good news? Old Wang, have you been paying attention to Delong lately?"

"I saw a news article in the newspaper about going to the United States to raise funds."

Another old man named Lao Wang cursed, "But I won't touch that damn Delong stock again. Five years ago, I was almost ripped off by their third stock, losing over 3000 yuan. I'll never touch it again in my life!"

I overheard two old men talking.

The young man exclaimed excitedly, "I know there's good news! Recently, there have been reports online that Delong has bought rockets and is going to launch satellites into space!"

"Bullshit!"

The two old men burst into laughter upon hearing this.

Old Li chuckled, "Young man, don't believe that stuff. If you want to buy stocks, buy something else. Delong stock has been falling for too long!"

"Grandpa, it's alright, I'm not buying. I just came in to watch the excitement. Yesterday I saw someone on the forum betting one million that 'Shancheng Industry' would rise for three consecutive days. I came in to verify if it's true or not."

The young man then recounted the "million-dollar bet" from the forum to the two of them.

The two old men took it as a joke and laughed, saying, "Young man, everything online is a scam, don't play with that stuff!"

The young man shook his head: "Possibly, but at least the donation is real."

"I don't believe it!"

"..."

After arguing for a while and seeing that they couldn't persuade them, the young man stopped arguing with them.

He just stared at the numbers for "Shancheng Industry" constantly changing on the big screen, and his heart began to race.

"Holy crap, it's up 10%! Is this what they call a limit up?!"

"Limit up?"

Hearing his call, the two old men were drawn over and looked at the "Mountain City Industry" that was far ahead of them, somewhat astonished.

"Old Li...could it be that the bookmakers are accumulating shares today?"

"Very likely, why don't we buy some too?"

"Aren't you afraid I'll cut you off tomorrow?"

"Why not just buy less?"

Old Li rolled his eyes. "Delong has been making so many big moves these past few days, publishing articles in the newspapers and going to the United States. They're obviously going to start accumulating stock. As long as we're not greedy and get out early, we can make a little less money."

"Okay! How about five thousand yuan?"

"I didn't bring enough money with me today. Can you lend me some? I'll go home and get it for you."

Seeing the two old men on the side about to buy, the young man was itching to do the same.

"Sir, how do I open an account for this?"

"Hey, go ask the security guard at the entrance, or if that doesn't work, ask the toilet cleaner. They know the procedures better than we do."

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