My Lord, you need to stand up!

Chapter 363 Turn off filters, beauty effects, and special effects

Even Steve confirmed that Wei Dong possessed a sales and promotion talent that was a perfect "match" with his own.

He sincerely invited him to stay and assist him: "I can give you shares in Apple, and this is where you can unleash your talents to the fullest. Citibank is the perfect place for geniuses!"

If it weren't for that last sentence, Wei Dong might have cunningly played both sides, taking a small share of Apple's stock, but mainly focusing on developing his business in China. He could have just let him know if he needed anything.

On the contrary, it makes it more convenient to travel between the two sides of the Pacific Ocean and go abroad for fun.

But it was precisely this sentence that made him smile and instantly put away his little thoughts of personal enjoyment.

He blurted out, "There are many ways to use talent. Let's see how things go in twenty or thirty years."

Qin Zhiming assumed that he was unwilling to be subordinate, and then used an old Chinese saying: "A great man is born between heaven and earth, how can he live a life of melancholy and be subservient to others for long? Pitt has his own business to promote, and it is impossible for him to focus his main energy on Citibank."

If that had been enough to sway him, then Wei Dong would have stayed in Hong Kong and worked with him on this project.

Qin Yuye, having lived in mainland China for at least half a year, had a different understanding: "He meant that the mainland's business model is different now, and it's impossible to just casually own shares overseas, but he's still willing to maintain a friendly cooperative relationship with Steve. In the long run, we'll definitely have a bright future together in twenty or thirty years."

The two translators even started arguing.

Back at Citibank, Steve must have found a Chinese translator.

For some reason, Wei Dong felt disgusted whenever he saw cultural figures who had come from the mainland in the last two years, especially those who claimed to be elites and had a particularly impressive and powerful identity. He didn't even want to say a few words to them.

So we still have to rely on these two siblings to pass on messages.

Steve was incredibly tolerant of geniuses: "So, what kinds of collaborations can we have..."

Actually, Demimore was standing right next to the big shots talking at that moment. Coming from a poor family with a history of hardship and displacement, and even having her virginity sold by her mother to the fat neighbor next door, her chaotic private life was notoriously undisguised.

But unlike the countless beauties who flounder in the midst of insatiable desires, she possessed an incredibly strong ambition to climb higher.

I wouldn't mind paying for it even if it meant sacrificing everything.

So she maintained her beauty and stood by, listening attentively.

Just watching and listening wasn't enough; while the two translators were arguing, she smiled with delight, reached out and took Wei Dong's arm, nodding earnestly.

It was as if she was also involved in the conversation between Steve and this Asian boy.

Wei Dong was about to pull his arm out when Demimore used the same locking technique that Dong Xueying had used before, and even gave him a momentary pleading look in his eyes...

Before she could even speak, various cameras of different lengths lit up around her.

Wei Dong still understood this kind of sneaky trick, so he didn't move, thinking, "I'm not going in."

So he didn't participate in the argument.

The result was that when he turned around and made eye contact with the female celebrity, even after Steve asked him, he actually turned to Qin Yuye and said, "Can you explain it to me?"

Qin Zhiming also subconsciously moved to the middle to block the door, forming a pincer movement with his sister to create a private space for the two of them.

The kind of guy who's naturally gifted at picking up girls and all of us have to rush to play support.

Qin Yuye, ever perceptive and intelligent, laughed so hard she almost swayed: "You two, do you have to be so obvious? No way..."

However, she didn't interrupt those behind her, and she could somewhat understand Shen Laosan's mentality of encouraging people to break out of their comfort zone.

Indeed, Wei Dong reached out and poked Qin Zhiming in the waist: "What are you doing? Hurry up and wrap things up, I have to rush back to organize the May Day parade!"

"Okay, okay," the female translator quickly explained.

Wei Dong explained in detail: "First, you've authorized me to use your system for free. It's really not a freebie. With so many people using it, we might even be able to provide you with a lot of software support. Your current situation is that you don't have much software support."

Steve instantly forgot about the female celebrity and clapped his hands in a "Wow!" gesture: "That's right!"

What later became known as the software ecosystem actually had its earliest signs at this time.

In the era of personal computers where many different systems emerged, all computers used several versions of the command-line mode DOS system.

But basically all programs made by other people can be used in these DOS systems.

The Apple II computer sold millions of units and also used the DOS system, so there were no software compatibility issues. Thousands of developers and software libraries participated in its development.

The fact that Macintosh computers have a graphical interface means that all supporting software has to choose sides.

Implementing a graphical interface adaptation would mean openly betraying giants like IBM.

Everyone backed down.

Therefore, the entire software compatibility system collapsed instantly.

This is the real reason why Macintosh computers have been lackluster for about a year since their release.

Several new programs have been launched that can greatly enrich the usage scenarios of Macintosh computers.

Wei Dong thought it was obvious: any phone that wasn't properly adapted and had fewer supporting software would suffer in terms of sales. "Secondly, by helping me to steadily purchase the 6502 chip, I will develop learning computers that widely use your system, and even provide them to you at a very low price for market promotion. This will further help you gain market share. If everyone is using your system, you will be the undisputed king!"

Qin Yuye translated it seriously with a solemn expression, and even looked at his older brother with his eyes asking if he thought the expression was correct.
Therefore, given her upbringing in a business-oriented environment, how could she possibly care about beautiful women? In fact, she might even feel that this is the kind of life she truly desires.

To my surprise, Demimore listened attentively. Even his amber eyes seemed to radiate intelligence.

Her beauty possesses both the delicate features of a European and the standards of a charming woman as judged by the American public; she is fashionable, avant-garde, and full of free spirit.

It's only because they haven't found a big tree to climb onto that they haven't yet shown their true potential as top stars.

Ignoring the combined allure of beauty from both East and West, Steve pondered for two seconds and said, "Okay! I agree, but I want a small stake in this learning computer. I'll invest a million dollars in you."

Qin Yuye and Mo Er simultaneously let out small screams of surprise, and then looked at each other. The Western beauty holding the man leaned back slightly, looking at Rang Weidong with the eyes of someone who had been waiting for her husband to succeed, even though she couldn't understand what the translator was saying.

The flashes and shutter sounds all around me were continuous.

Amidst the rousing music playing throughout the venue, enthusiastic audience members were leaving, and a few people were chatting by the stage.

The media reporters were extremely curious.

To Wei Dong's surprise, Wei Dong said, "I won't give you shares in this learning machine computer; I have to keep it independent. But I can sell you the overseas sales rights, and you can use the Apple brand on it as you please."

How could I possibly give you shares?

The purpose of having Weidong do this was not to make money. If he wanted to make money, wouldn't he have made money by developing real estate?

This is something that will drive the development of the domestic computer industry. Even if Wei Dong doesn't know how far he can go, there will be no Hong Kong or foreign capital involved from the very beginning.

This is something that a digital research institute would be involved in.

Steve had no idea he was building a national defense project; he thought it was a commercial barrier. What a great understanding!

In the eyes of other senior executives, the harsh, irritable, and capricious devil has disappeared, replaced only by indulgence and pampering.

Therefore, true love can indeed lead to humility.

Wei Dongcai was emboldened: "Thirdly, I suggest that if possible, you try to outsource some of the production to me for OEM manufacturing in mainland China. I can cooperate with your company on this, and the costs will really drop a lot. You can make more money, and I will adapt the workmanship, technology, and production capacity to your needs. That's my cooperation requirement."

In fact, all three of these points are beneficial to apples.

It was indeed a brilliant idea proposed by a genius.

Steve finally opened his arms and hugged Rang Weidong tightly: "Okay! I promise you, my dear friend, now we can celebrate."

The gesture was very intimate; he even felt that the beautiful woman he was holding from the side was a bit of an obstacle and wanted to push her away.

Demimore didn't let go at all. He stepped aside with a teasing expression and gave Qin Zhiming a mischievous and pretty look, as if to say, "Could it be that the two of you are like that?"

She handled things very well; she was definitely not still being portrayed as a naive and innocent "pretty face" at this moment.

Qin Yuye didn't even look at the man she was holding; she just stared at her fellow human and sighed, "I've learned something!"
Because it was another round of flashes and shutter sounds.

The result made Wei Dong not celebrate: "I'm leaving now. I really need to hurry back. It's already the 21st, and my zoo must have its grand opening on the 1st..."

Moreover, he would have to travel all the way back from Tokyo, and the things he and Qin Yuye bought were still left in Tanaka. International flights could only be transferred from Beijing or Shanghai.

These past few days have been very busy; I haven't even had time to deal with selling jeans in Japan.

Unexpectedly, after hearing the translator's explanation of the hectic schedule typical of a big shot, Steve immediately shrugged and said, "No problem, my friend. I'll take you back with me. Now it's my turn to relax and watch your performance."

To Wei Dong's surprise: "You've got such a great situation on your side, aren't you going to clean it up?"

Steve smiled proudly: "In this situation, shouldn't we be waiting for them to come begging to me? We turned the tide and changed the situation, so shouldn't we be in a stronger position?"

He has honed his skills in this kind of power struggle for several years, making him far superior to Rang Weidong.

Even though I'm still very impatient with the backstabbing and infighting among professional managers and investors, the advantage is mine!

Wei Dong felt he had learned something: "Okay, let's go right away. Oh, Brother Qin, why don't you stay and post the jeans ad to guarantee our future sales?"

Qin Yuye would definitely translate this to Steve as well, lest they think they were talking nonsense.

Steve probably quickly assessed the situation and realized his younger brother truly had no attachment to Citibank, so he immediately adopted a tactic similar to that of the Hong Kong businessmen: "A jeans ad? I suggest you use Miss Moore for promotion as well; her results will definitely be better. Oh, and could you please announce my decision to the media for me later? Thank you..."

The second half of the sentence was addressed to Demimore, and after saying that, he turned to his assistant and gestured to explain the itinerary.

Dizzy from the golden opportunity that had fallen from the sky, Demimore immediately adopted the most professional spokesperson demeanor: "Oh, okay, okay, does Pete have any other jeans ads? I'm honored to do my part for you, it's what I do best."

Their stance immediately changed to face-to-face.

At her level, she was extremely skilled in sexual positions, her watery eyes fixed on him without blinking, revealing a submissive posture that was most captivating to men.

Qin Zhiming immediately pretended to be busy and muttered, "Ah, I need to contact the advertising shooting team, and I need to urge the chip to be shipped, and the jeans..."

Qin Yuye glanced around and whispered, "Should I leave?"

Even if we don't speak the same language, we can communicate through gestures, right?

Taking advantage of the gap in his hands, Wei Dong easily left: "Okay, you tell her about the jeans. Old Qin, this chip is the most crucial thing. Get me some loose chips to take back first."

He didn't like this one at all. It's so different from the one in the movie. You turned off the filters, beauty effects, and special effects—there's nothing here!

(End of this chapter)