For a long time, media coverage of Deep Sea Trek was focused on the game's success without emphasizing its Chinese origins. That changed when Global News Network published a major headline:
"Deep Sea Trek, Developed by American Game Studio [New World], Sparks a Global Interest in Learning Chinese."
This 500-word article introduced Deep Sea Trek in detail, highlighting how foreign players were enthusiastically learning Chinese to better enjoy the game. It concluded by praising [New World], encouraging them to continue developing outstanding games that promote cultural exchange.
Below the article, netizens flooded the comments with praise:
"Big win for the gaming industry!"
"Props to [New World]! This is huge!"
"Even major media outlets are recognizing the influence of gaming now!"
Seeing that Global News Network had openly endorsed the game, other news outlets quickly followed suit, re-releasing their own versions of the story.
Soon, headlines like "[New World] Studio Expands Chinese Culture Worldwide" and "How Deep Sea Trek is Driving Global Interest in Learning Chinese" were featured on every major news site.
Netizens were thrilled. If the government recognized [New World] as an important force in cultural influence, then perhaps the status of gaming and esports would improve nationwide.
A Lazy Morning in the Smart Home
It was a new day, and Zoe woke up groggily in bed.
"What time is it…?" she mumbled, rubbing her eyes.
A soft, synthetic voice echoed through the room:
"Good morning, Zoe. It's 10:00 AM. Would you like me to open the curtains?"
"Yeah, go ahead."
With a gentle swoosh, the floor-to-ceiling curtains automatically pulled back, revealing a gorgeous view of the landscape outside.
Still feeling drowsy, Zoe stumbled out of bed and made her way to the bathroom.
The moment she stepped in, the sink activated on its own, filling with warm water.
"Zoe, please hurry up. The master is calling for you."
"Yeah, yeah…" she muttered. "Let me go to the bathroom first."
As soon as she finished, the toilet flushed automatically, and the door opened on its own.
Walking out into the hallway, she stretched lazily and sighed:
"This feels like living in a dream…"
The Power of a Fully Automated Smart Home
Over the past few weeks, Alex had installed a full AI-controlled smart home system—and Chang'e AI was in charge of everything.
Zoe had no idea how Alex pulled this off, but as a complete tech novice, she didn't bother trying to understand.
All she knew was that it made her life incredibly easy.
No need to manually open her computer to start playing.
No need to pull back curtains in the morning.
No need to turn lights on and off.
Even the faucets, microwave, and doors were fully automated.
"I have to admit… this is kinda amazing."
Zoe reached the living room downstairs, only to find Alex standing on the VR platform.
However, something looked off…
He was standing completely still, his feet unmoving, his left hand stretched out, and his right hand swinging back and forth in a very suspicious motion.
Zoe stared in disbelief.
"…Wait. Is Alex playing some kind of 'special' game right now?"
She immediately remembered an old interview, where Alex once joked about developing a "special" VR simulation but keeping it for himself instead of selling it.
At the time, it seemed like a joke…
But now?
Zoe's face turned red, and her heart started racing.
"Oh my God… Is he REALLY playing that kind of game?!"
If so… he was playing it right here, in the middle of the living room?!
"He lives with his sister! How could he be this bold?!"
Her curiosity got the best of her.
She made a reckless decision—she was going to sneak up behind Alex, yank off his VR headset, and put it on herself.
If it really was a forbidden game…
"…Well, maybe I'll give it a little try too."
To Be Continued...
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