Cyber Era Witch
Chapter 999 - 790 D2 Sales Trend

Chapter 999: Chapter 790 D2 Sales Trend

"I don’t quite understand your statement," the AI assistant said.

Menon sat on an electric floating chair, letting it carry him toward the desk.

"Listen to me," Menon emphasized. "First of all, Yuriko is my sister-in-law, but my brother died in an accident. By the time I arrived at the scene, there was only a spiritual hall left. Last night, I stayed up all night with Yuriko keeping vigil for him. My brother owed a huge amount of debt while he was alive, and the collectors all came banging at the door. I couldn’t just stand by and do nothing, so I had to deal with those debt collectors while trying my best to take care of Yuriko. Of course, I can’t work for free. After my brother’s death, I am now the head of the family, so Yuriko has to do something to compensate for what I’m providing. Look at her, she’s so helpless, unable to voice any resistance because she has to rely on me... My God, you have no idea about the ’vigor’ I had yesterday. I was absolutely ablaze!"

"Sir, your brother Bavarti Menon doesn’t appear to have been in any accident. Shall I update the database?" the AI assistant said.

"No, this is just a story, a fantasy," Menon said laughingly.

"Alright, I apologize for my error. Allow me to clarify: In your fantasy, Sir Menon, your sister-in-law has just lost her husband, and you have become the only man in the family, meaning you can possess her without consequence. You were particularly enthusiastic about this," the AI assistant noted.

"You ruined the mood entirely!" Menon roared.

"Alright, I apologize for my error. Allow me to clarify: Sir Menon, the fictitious scenario described by your D2 has incited your ’dragon’s rise,’" the AI assistant stated.

"That’s true. Ever since I installed the ’Gilded Chariot-Vigor,’ I have never truly started it until last night... Quickly, order me another 100 D2 Synthetics. Little Yuriko says that if I can assemble an entire school of synthetics, they can cooperate with me in reality to play Time Stop or World Debug Mode," Menon said, clearly pleased.

"I note that you could use virtual scenarios or old-style service synthetics to fulfill your fantasies," the AI assistant suggested.

"Fool, this is about experience, experiencing new things," Menon said, leaning back in his chair.

He rested his hands over his abdomen, comfortably watching the bright sunshine illuminating the West Coast.

Towering skyscrapers were wrapped in vertically hung neon advertisements, most of which broadcasted D2 commercials.

The entire world was now trying out and snatching up these new Nestor Corporation products. Menon could almost feel an enthusiastic wave sweeping over him, a rare sensation he hadn’t encountered in a long time.

People were rushing and clamoring for a groundbreaking new product, something that hadn’t happened in who-knows-how-long.

"You pursue ’experience’?" the AI assistant asked.

"Yes, to experience the best and freshest things. It’s like reading books—my high school teacher told me it would take humanity 159 million years to finish reading all the current books. So do you plan to read them one by one? Of course not; you pick the best ones and experience the most exciting things within your finite life. Now that we have the latest D2 synthetics, why would we settle for those outdated services or play those old entertainment programs we’ve already tried? Damn it, life is short! D2s are thrilling!" Menon’s mood lifted.

The AI assistant silently analyzed Menon’s essence.

Compared to other leaders within the West Coast Pact, Menon was more tolerant of new things, and he was also the dove faction within his organization, inclined to avoid confrontation and pursue development.

In his 10 years at the helm of Night Gate Technology Company, his performance consistently earned the trust of the board and the Lighthouse Core overseers.

"The tech department is already considering imitating relevant synthetic manufacturing technologies. Compared with Nestor Corporation, Night Gate Technology has superior hardware manufacturing and software design capabilities. Additionally, we are neck and neck with Nestor Corporation in areas such as cloud computing and augmented reality. However, we cannot create AI or camera systems matching their specifications," the AI assistant remarked.

"Cameras?" Menon’s interest was piqued.

"Yes, specifically the synthetic humans’ ’eyes,’ including optical sensors, lenses, and parameter adjustment technologies. Nestor Corporation boasts world-class lens manufacturing techniques; in this regard, only New Taixi State’s Rhine Optics Company stands on par with them. Therefore, our synthetics’ visual capabilities will not reach the level of D2 products unless advanced visual algorithms are developed to compensate," the AI assistant explained.

The quality of lenses might seem negligible to ordinary users, but it represented a significant technological gap.

A slight difference in data precision could ultimately dictate the outcome of product competition. A qualified entrepreneur must not deceive themselves but must confront these issues head-on. Menon was well aware of this, knowing that catching up with Nestor Corporation in the short term was unlikely, so he decided to let them profit for now.

It had always been the Easterners analyzing Western technology, but now it was the Western world thinking about how to keep up with Eastern Hemisphere innovations. Menon shook his head.

"Right, Kazumi, NIKUN, Sony, Caxio... A few years ago, these were all Xisheng brands. Why did they so willingly surrender to Nestor Corporation? I thought they would flee to New Taixi State or seek refuge under Honma Noriko," Menon contemplated.

"It was expected, but Nestor Corporation has a ’child of Xisheng,’ Kojima Kanako, who happens to be Honma Noriko’s thirteenth daughter. The Xisheng Group retains a strong family-oriented corporate culture, and all employees answered solely to Honma Noriko and her children. When Xisheng’s heirs perished in internal strife or fled overseas, Kojima Kanako emerged as the highest-ranking Xisheng aristocrat left within the Eastern Hemisphere," the AI assistant explained.

"And so they..." Menon pondered.

"Precisely. The various industry members left behind by Xisheng were largely compelled by circumstances to join Kojima Kanako, willing to rally around her. This not only preserved their influence in the Northern Archipelago but also earned her protection and favor due to their allegiance. Kojima Kanako herself, by amassing considerable clout in Jialong Slope, smoothly absorbed these ’Xisheng Remnants,’" the AI assistant elaborated.

Menon seemed thoughtful.

"A true successor. All of Xisheng’s heirs fought their internal war back then, but today the victor is clear—the rightful inheritor is Kojima Kanako," he muttered.

"Indeed. The reality is that Nestor Corporation has essentially merged Xisheng’s business and departments."

Menon couldn’t help imagining the intriguing consequences.

Without the presence of Kojima Kanako, Nestor Corporation would never have reached its current prosperity. The internal "Xisheng System" alone would have led to their collapse, plunging them into endless infighting.

If they had been more aggressive and eradicated the Xisheng faction entirely, then Nestor Corporation would likely have been nothing more than an oversized synthetic manufacturing company, lacking critical pieces in the industry chain.

But with Kanako’s presence, everything changed—the Xisheng faction employees willingly dedicated themselves to Nestor Corporation rather than creating friction. After all, their upbringing emphasized loyalty to Xisheng heirs—a mindset ingrained in them for life. Menon mused.

Through this dynamic, Nestor Corporation became the ultimate mega-conglomerate, surpassing the old Xisheng Group... It even earned Menon’s respect.

"This Kojima Kanako is quite special. She has a background but went missing for years, with shallow foundations and poor reputation... She definitely fought tooth and nail to climb back into this position," Menon remarked.

"Yes, and simultaneously, Kojima Kanako’s husband warrants our close attention. She already has a daughter, but her husband’s identity remains unknown. We suspect someone has long operated within Nestor Corporation, wielding immense power and wealth, fundamentally influencing the company, ensuring it accumulates significant influence and prestige rather than attracting envy like its predecessor, Xisheng," the AI assistant added.

"Many of Nestor Corporation’s actions seem less like a company’s operations and more like charitable or social initiatives. I’m not saying it’s fake; it’s the kind of genuine, unwavering willingness to sacrifice their own interests," Menon said, speaking highly of their approach, something he himself couldn’t achieve.

"Perhaps they possess a ’true heart.’ In traditional dictionaries, this signifies a person’s authenticity and sincerity," the AI assistant said.

"I need to prepare a gift and make a visit to Shangjing," Menon mused. "AI, what gift do you think would please the other party—Kojima Kanako’s husband, that mysterious man? Regardless of his actual position, as long as he’s connected to Kanako, he’s worth befriending."

"My recommendation: Transfer the newly entered ’Divine Radiance’ private starship from your hangar as a gift to him," the AI assistant suggested.

The Divine Radiance was a hyper-modern yacht manufactured in Rocket City, one of the 50 Ideal Cities in New Taixi State. It had been crafted to reward Menon’s years of service.

It had just been delivered last week, and Menon hadn’t even had a chance to pilot it before the AI assistant proposed gifting it, causing him great reluctance.

"I’ve never driven it myself," Menon emphasized. "This is part of my experience."

"You could suggest a joint test drive with the recipient. This would not only deepen your mutual rapport but also preserve face for both parties, fulfill your need to experience something new, and provide you with a reasonable pretext to approach him directly," the AI assistant explained.

"...Fine, prepare the Divine Radiance," Menon sighed.

More friends meant more opportunities, and networking resources were far more valuable than a single machine.

After all, Menon’s hangar was filled with luxurious shuttles; he wouldn’t miss one Divine Radiance.

In modern times, mastering how to flexibly utilize AI and properly consult AI was also a subject taught in school. Menon glanced at the AI assistant beside him; it was perpetually staring at him.

No wonder people in the Corporate Alliance called it the "All-Seeing Eye."

It certainly enjoyed staring.

Meanwhile, in Shangjing.

Xu Yang worked hard, closely coordinating with members from the Marketing Department, Consumer Department, and Synthetic Human Manufacturing Department to continue optimizing D2 synthetics, pushing new patches and services, determined to seize this opportunity to spark a wave of prosperity in this so-called "era of peace."

Last year, Nestor Corporation produced 12 million synthetics, accounting for 47% of the global synthetic human output. Revenue from the synthetics industry and accompanying services was calculated in the trillions, making it incredibly lucrative.

Xu Yang was responsible for solving algorithms, technical issues, and AI improvements.

He constructed all possible models within his infinite data-driven thought process, performing calculations to assist various departments, functioning like a human terminal that linked everything together.

As for marketing strategies, the task fell to Kojima Kanako.

She effortlessly expanded Nestor’s commercial network across the West Coast, collaborating with local distributors and associations to jointly promote the sale of D2s. She paid close attention to profit-sharing and cooperation, adhering to a fair style, never leveraging Nestor Corporation’s reputation to undermine or interfere with competitors. This approach made overseas companies more willing to engage in business discussions.

"Lady Kojima! On the West Coast, 50% of residents live below the poverty line. If D2s enter impoverished areas, it could lead to complications," a sales representative reported.

"They can co-rent, like renting a car—rent it for a day or two. Announce Nestor Corporation’s ’D2 Rental’ plan immediately! Can’t afford it, then rent! Can’t rent, then co-rent! Installments! Loans! As long as there’s still money in your pocket, you spend it on D2s—it’s nothing to be ashamed of," Kanako responded without hesitation.

In an instant, she realized her last words were perfect as an advertising slogan.

Not long after, Kanako’s catchphrase was featured on Nestor Corporation’s global exhibitions and media advertisements—

"Spend money on D2s—it’s nothing to be ashamed of!"