Chapter 1237: It Was Posted Online?
Losing a billion-dollar project embarra.s.sed Nagaoka Keiichi.
He didn’t expect the incident that happened at the stadium to be recorded by someone using a phone and posted online.
When he saw his frightened self in the video, his face was pale, and he wanted to grab a knife and end himself.
This wasn’t just embarra.s.sing.
This completely destroyed the corporate image of the NTT Group.
Because of this video, the CEO of the company called him into the office and scolded him, saying that not only did he lose face for the company, but he also humiliated their national image in front of the world.
For someone who valued the interests of the collective more than his own life, this was devastating.
However, Nagaoka Keiichi’s worries were actually unnecessary.
The people who watched the video didn’t seem to pay attention to him at all.
[Jesus! Is that magic? It must be magic!]
[What magic? What kind of magic is like this? This is f*cking… fake!]
[Professor Lu is insane!]
[After virtual reality technology, Star Sky Technology made a major breakthrough in holographic projection technology. However, not only do I not have a holographic projector, I don’t even have a virtual reality helmet! (cry) (cry)]
[I only care about one thing right now, how much is this thing? Where can I buy it?]
[When this thing goes on sale, I will buy it as soon as possible. Don’t ask me what I’m going to use it for! I’m putting it on the trunk of my car! I’ll be the coolest car on the road!]
[Haha! I’m guessing one of the traffic policemen is going to give you a ticket!]
Almost everyone’s attention was sucked by the group of b.u.t.terflies and bees flying in the air. When the viewers saw the lifelike holographic images in front of them, they were shocked.
The holographic projector in the hand of the Star Sky Technology engineer was like a wizard’s magic wand, manipulating the world.
People couldn’t distinguish the difference between illusion and reality.
The discussions on the Internet quickly attracted attention from major media outlets. After seeing the incredible video, all of the reporters and editors who worked for the press were shocked and dumbfounded.
Many of them even suspected that the lights and shadows in the video were actually special effects done by computer CGI.
However, this conspiracy did not seem to make sense. After all, the poor man standing in the middle of the bees and the horrified looks on the faces of the crowd did not seem fake at all.
In order to confirm the authenticity of the video, reporters from major media outlets found the contract information of Nagaoka Keiichi and called him to verify the video.
After being overwhelmed by these hara.s.sing phone interviews, Nagaoka Keiichi almost got depressed.
He was punished by the company headquarters for losing tens of billions of yen worth of order. His life and career prospects were looking gloomy. And now, there were these annoying reporters sprinkling salt on the wound.
This is outrageous!
On the other hand, while people were gossiping over this possibly fake holographic projection technology, a rumor suddenly appeared on the Internet.
An anonymous Internet user claimed that his neighbor’s son-in-law’s cousin worked as a cleaner at the Bird’s Nest Stadium, and the reason why Star Sky Technology brought this technology to the Bird’s Nest Stadium was to prepare for the National Day’s celebration show, which was happening in five months.
The rumor was that the Entertainment Department office would use holographic technology from Star Sky Technology to hold an unprecedented performance at the Bird’s Nest.
The entire Bird’s Nest stadium would be surrounded in a light show.
This instantly caused a sensation, not just in the country, but around the world…
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Clap clap clap…
Inside the holographic projection laboratory at the Jinling Inst.i.tute for Advanced Study, a wave of applause lasted for nearly half a minute.
Just half a minute ago, Director Liu Wei from the Entertainment Department office, showed his higher-ups and holographic projection technicians at the Jinling Inst.i.tute for Advanced Study what he and his team were able to achieve in the past week or so.
Even though the holographic projection clip was only ten minutes, Director Liu was able to portray his directing chops by fully taking advantage of the holographic technology.
Director Ou stood by and witnessed everything. He was so happy he couldn’t close his mouth. He then said excitedly, “Perfect! This is perfect. Just do the show according to this standard. We will definitely be able to give the people of our country a wonderful National Day show!”
Seeing how happy Director Ou was, Secretary Wu spoke with a smile.
“That’s for sure! I browsed several video websites yesterday. After people watched the short video of the holographic technology, they are already looking forward to the show!”
Lu Zhou, who was standing next to them, couldn’t help but smile. He said, “If the audience has high expectations, it might be difficult to meet those expectations.”
Liu Wei looked at Lu Zhou proudly and said confidently, “I will do everything I can to make this show perfect!”
Seeing how confident he was, Lu Zhou smirked.
“Well, it seems like I’m going to raise my expectations as well then.”
Everyone in the laboratory laughed.
Liu Wei smiled and spoke.
“Speaking of which, Academician Lu, I have an unreasonable request… During the show production period, can I borrow your laboratory?”
Lu Zhou: “This lab?”
Liu Wei: “Yeah!”
Lu Zhou, “I can lend it to you, but I can’t let you use it for a long time. Every laboratory at the Jinling Inst.i.tute for Advanced Study has its unique purpose. But the holographic projection lab isn’t that important. You just have to make an appointment one day in advance.”
Liu Wei quickly nodded happily and said, “Don’t worry, we will not interfere with your scientific research! Sorry in advance.”
Lu Zhou smiled and said, “No worries. When you need to use the equipment, we can also check to see if there is any need for improvements and changes. If you find any problems, please feel free to tell Dr. An Changyang. He’s in charge of this laboratory.”
The man with gla.s.ses standing next to Lu Zhou nodded and spoke with a friendly smile.
“Just tell me if you need anything.”
Liu Wei put his hands together and said, “Thank you!”
Lu Zhou nodded and said, “No problem.”
The holographic projection “trailer” was over.
According to the schedule of the Entertainment Department office, one month before National Day, they would produce a promotional video to create momentum for this national celebration. At least 70,000 tickets for ordinary seats would be sold, while the remaining 10,000 to 20,000 tickets would be taken by state agencies and other major companies.
After they came out of the laboratory, Director Ou pulled Lu Zhou aside and spoke in a grateful tone.
“Academician Lu, thank you so much for all of this! If it weren’t for your help, we might still be negotiating with NTT. I don’t even know how to thank you!”
Even though it was still a bit difficult to beat the momentum and hype of the military parade, at least they wouldn’t get completely overshadowed.
“There’s no need to thank me, it’s not like I’m doing this for free. Also, if the show goes well, it will greatly promote our technology. The entire world is watching us, so we can’t make any mistakes.”
Director Ou patted his chest and said, “Don’t worry, Director Liu is the best director for sci-fi and action movies in our country. People who know his work all say that his special effects are on the same level as Hollywood. All he needs is a platform to display his talent. Now that this opportunity is put in front of him, he will definitely not screw up!”
Lu Zhou nodded.
“If that is the case, then it would be great.
“Technology can only provide the hardware foundation. Conveying the ideas and touching the audience’s hearts really depends on the people who use the technology. Just like how there are good IMAX movies and bad IMAX movies. Anyway, this is all we can do. The rest is up to you guys.”
After Director Ou left, Lu Zhou returned to his office at the research inst.i.tute.
He felt a little thirsty. He asked his a.s.sistant to make him a cup of coffee. After the coffee was brought over, Lu Zhou picked it up and gently blew it, then took a big sip.
He felt the bitterness and sweetness spread along his taste buds. He felt like his whole body was refreshed again. He stretched his arms and was preparing to get to work.
Suddenly, the phone on his desk began to vibrate.
Lu Zhou looked at his phone and saw a WeChat message.
The message was from Chen Yushan.
The message was short; it was only three symbols.
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