The emergence of Foot Odor Energy was like a shockwave thrown into the energy market, disrupting the entire industry. Governments, energy corporations, investors, and academic institutions around the world began to pay attention to this emerging energy source, yet no one could grasp its true principles. Humanity's understanding of energy had never been so challenged; from coal, oil, and natural gas to recent advancements in solar, wind, and nuclear power, technological development had always revolved around existing scientific frameworks. But now, Foot Odor Energy seemed like a complete prank, openly defying everyone’s common sense.
Major media outlets rushed to report on it, with financial channels, technology programs, and international news all discussing the authenticity of this energy source. The internet was flooded with skepticism and doubt; many believed it was nothing more than a commercial scam. Notably, several renowned experts and physicists publicly criticized it as an absurd trick, asserting that there was no possibility of such a "Foot Odor power generation technology" existing. An energy expert scoffed during an interview, saying, "This sounds more ridiculous than a Perpetual Motion Machine. Foot Odor? You mean to say that human scent can generate electricity? This is not just a violation of physical laws; it’s a complete insult to science!"
However, the more controversy and discussion arose, the greater the influence of Foot Odor Energy became.
The market remained wary of this new energy source; many companies and government agencies were unwilling to purchase it. Some even publicly warned in the news: "Foot Odor Energy cannot possibly be cheaper than Thermal Power Generation or Solar Power Generation; this is clearly a scam—just wait and see how they collapse." But what truly ignited the debate was Foot Odor Energy's pricing strategy.
Foot Odor Energy was priced far lower than any other energy source on the market—almost half the cost of Thermal Power Generation and even cheaper than hydropower in some countries. This pricing was astonishing; many began to suspect it was a meticulously designed Ponzi scheme aimed at attracting investment through low prices before absconding with the funds. Some mocked it by saying, "This is more outrageous than Bitcoin; at least Bitcoin has blockchain—Foot Odor Energy doesn’t even have a concept that isn’t laughable."
Yet discussions online fell into unprecedented division. One faction firmly believed it was a scam and awaited Huang Haoran's downfall, while another thought that if it were true, it would completely transform the global energy landscape. A popular comment read: "If this is real, then the energy market is doomed; it means electricity will be cheaper than tap water—this would upend the entire world!" A rebuttal quickly garnered numerous likes: "This cannot possibly be true; no one can break the laws of physics."
News media, academic forums, and social media were filled with heated discussions about Foot Odor Energy. Even government departments began to take notice of this technology. Energy departments across countries expressed intentions to investigate the authenticity of Foot Odor Energy; some nations had even prepared legislation to prevent its entry into the market because if this energy source turned out to be real, it would bring about catastrophic changes in the global energy market.
Such dire circumstances were completely unforeseen by Lin Tianyou.
The marketing of Foot Odor Energy was not just "unsuccessful"; it faced an unprecedented winter.
Sales department heads reported dismal market data—orders were nearly nonexistent. Partner companies either outright rejected collaboration or simply did not respond. Several Foot Odor Energy companies explicitly stated they would unite to boycott Foot Odor Energy.
Indeed, their energy was not only cheap but also produced in astonishing quantities. This sudden market disruption should have attracted significant interest from businesses and governments alike, potentially forcing traditional energy industries to reshuffle.
But now, what they attracted was not opportunity but overwhelming attacks and resistance.
News media, academia, government officials, and online public opinion—all voices targeted Foot Odor Energy from technical aspects to scientific validity and even moral and hygiene considerations!
"This is the most absurd pseudoscience—more ridiculous than the Perpetual Motion Machine!" exclaimed a well-known scientist at the International Energy Forum.
"Using Foot Odor to generate electricity?! This is nothing short of a disgusting joke!" said a guest on a television program while pinching his nose in disgust.
"This isn't just anti-science; it's against basic human hygiene! Can you imagine an entire city relying on Foot Odor for power? Is this madness?" read a tweet that garnered millions of likes online.
Governments around the world even began intervening in investigations; some countries had drafted proposals to legislate against the importation and use of Foot Odor Energy on grounds that "the technology is unproven and may pose risks to public health."
Lin Tianyou stood in the laboratory, staring at the reports, his face shifting between shades of blue and white.
His theories, his technology, his dreams were undeniably real… Why was the world so resistant?!
Countless questions surged within him, yet he found no answers.
Faced with such a market crash and a complete blockade, Lin Tianyou felt utterly powerless. His mind raced with strategies, but he realized that no matter how he tried to remedy the situation, it was nearly impossible to turn the tide of this social media war!
However, amidst this chaotic situation, Huang Haoran remained smiling, sitting leisurely in the conference room at headquarters, legs crossed and fingers lightly tapping on the armrest of his chair.
Lin Tianyou looked at him in confusion, filled with doubt and anxiety.
"President Huang, the entire market is attacking us! Almost no one is willing to buy our products! How can you still smile in this situation?!"
Huang Haoran's lips curled slightly upward as he gazed deeply, as if watching a script that had long been planned out.
"Lin Tianyou, you must remember one thing—"
He stood up and slowly walked to the floor-to-ceiling window of the office, looking down at the brightly lit city outside the Foot Odor Energy headquarters.
"The true disruptors are never welcomed with applause."
"When something is capable of changing the world, what it first encounters is always anger, not applause."
"This is merely… the pain before reform."
Huang Haoran turned back, a meaningful smile on his face, but his eyes sparkled with an irresistible madness.
"The market doesn’t accept us now?"
"That's fine. I will make them beg us to inhale this 'stench' into their lungs!"
Lin Tianyou stood in the office, his palms slightly sweating and his brows tightly knitted.
He looked at Huang Haoran, unable to comprehend what kind of confidence allowed him to remain so composed in the face of such immense market resistance.
Public opinion had completely collapsed; the government, businesses, academia, and media all regarded Foot Odor Energy as a joke, a scam, a crazy experiment that should be eradicated immediately. Sales were plummeting, with some suppliers even canceling their partnerships outright, while banks and investors were keeping their distance.
Everything was clearly spiraling out of control.
"President Huang..."
Lin Tianyou finally couldn't hold back any longer. His voice was low and filled with unease. "Our market... is collapsing."
"If this continues, Foot Odor Energy might be completely shut down before it even has a chance to develop!"
He had never doubted Huang Haoran's decisions, but this situation was far beyond his control.
However, Huang Haoran merely smiled slightly, his eyes showing no signs of panic, even carrying a hint of mockery and delight.
He leisurely leaned back in his chair, lightly tapping the table. His tone was calm and confident, as if everything was already under his control.
"Lin Tianyou, you don't need to worry."
"I've already decided on the next step."
With that, he turned the tablet on the table toward Lin Tianyou, indicating for him to take a closer look.
The screen displayed an aerial view of a city.
Dense clusters of abandoned buildings, broken highways, deserted industrial parks, and rusting car wrecks painted a picture of decay and silence, resembling a ghost town abandoned by the world.
C City.
The name of this city once represented unparalleled glory and wealth.
C City—the heart of the global automotive industry—was once one of the richest and most advanced cities in the world, hailed as the "Empire of Steel and Engines."
However, the once vibrant C City has now become a desolate wasteland.
With the continuous rise in global energy prices, the traditional automobile manufacturing industry suffered a devastating blow. The entire city's economy collapsed, factories closed, businesses went bankrupt, and millions were left unemployed, leading countless families to financial ruin.
Worse still, the rise of environmental awareness led to a backlash against fossil fuels. Governments and corporations withdrew their investments, transforming this former automotive kingdom into a forsaken relic.
The images on the screen switched rapidly, with news headlines appearing one after another—
"C City enters its third year of bankruptcy, unemployment rate skyrockets to 47%!"
"Countless workers left homeless as companies relocate en masse; what does the future hold for C City?"
"Energy prices surge; the once-great automotive empire has now become dust in history."
Lin Tianyou furrowed his brow and looked at Huang Haoran. His intuition told him that this city would be key to Huang Haoran's plan.
"What do you want to do?"
Huang Haoran's lips curled slightly, and a glint of inscrutable madness sparkled in his eyes.
"I want to resurrect C City."
"I want this abandoned city to become the first stronghold of Foot Odor Energy."
"When the world rejects us, there will always be those who no longer have the luxury of refusal."
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