Shuangyang Airport buzzed with the usual energy of travelers coming and going. Amidst the crowd, Li Zhenhua emerged from the arrival gate, pulling his suitcase steadily behind him. His face was filled with determination. Having seen his daughter successfully complete her college entrance examinations, Li Zhenhua said goodbye to his family and boarded the earliest flight to Shuangyang City. This trip marked the start of a new chapter — one that could change his life forever.
What drove him with such purpose? It was all because of the Ultra Ball that Renjiro had given him not long ago. From the moment he held that small but extraordinary invention in his hand, Li Zhenhua knew deep in his heart that the world was about to know his name — or at least, the name of the revolutionary technology he was about to help bring to market.
Taking a deep breath of the night air, Li Zhenhua fished his phone out of his pocket and dialed Renjiro's number. His voice was firm yet filled with respect as he spoke, "Boss, I'm here."
Although Renjiro was much younger — at an age where most people would still be finding their footing in the world — Li Zhenhua bore no hint of arrogance toward him. On the contrary, he regarded Renjiro with genuine respect. It was rare to encounter someone so young who commanded both scientific brilliance and unshakable confidence. To Li Zhenhua, Renjiro reminded him of his own daughter: talented, focused, and destined for greatness.
That respect only deepened after Li Zhenhua had done his homework. Upon returning home from their first meeting, he had taken the time to research Renjiro's background. The more he discovered, the more he admired the young man. Renjiro was considered the most outstanding genius in the Eastern Daxia region. Stories circulated on the net about how Renjiro's Level 21 Beedrill had held its own against a Level 51 Salamence for five whole minutes — a feat that defied common sense. Moreover, Renjiro had repeatedly challenged and defeated trainers ranked well above his level at the Battle Tower. No junior-level trainer could match him.
And Renjiro's talents weren't limited to battling. Li Zhenhua was equally in awe of the young man's scientific achievements. The Ultra Ball was a marvel of space compression technology, reducing the weight of the standard Poké Ball by two-thirds without compromising its functionality. It was Renjiro's invention — of that, Li Zhenhua had no doubt. Despite his initial skepticism, no trace of collaboration or hidden benefactors emerged from Renjiro's background. The young man stood alone at the forefront of this breakthrough.
Even more astonishing was how Renjiro had obtained the initial funding for their venture. Li Zhenhua thought it had been through selling a technology worth 500 million Alliance coins. In truth, if he had known that Renjiro had negotiated a price of one billion, he would have been even more astounded.
Li Zhenhua's thoughts were interrupted by Renjiro's voice on the phone. "Okay. Once you step out of the airport, you'll see me. I'm waiting right outside."
Hanging up, Li Zhenhua adjusted his grip on the suitcase handle and followed the signs out. The moment he exited the terminal, Renjiro's voice rang out clearly, calling him over. "Uncle Li, over here!"
Li Zhenhua couldn't help but smile at the sight of Renjiro, who stood confidently amid the night's bustle. Some onlookers gave them curious glances — no doubt wondering why someone older was addressing a teenager as Boss. But to Li Zhenhua, titles and age meant nothing in the face of true ability.
Renjiro approached and offered a firm handshake. "Uncle Li, welcome."
Li Zhenhua nodded, his respect for the young man deepening. "I came straight after the exams finished. I wanted to get started right away on launching the Ultra Ball."
Renjiro's eyes glimmered with approval. "Let's grab a bite to eat first. We can discuss everything over dinner."
Before long, the two settled into a comfortable, quiet restaurant in Shuangyang City. After ordering, Li Zhenhua wasted no time. He took out a thick stack of documents from his bag — a meticulously written business plan. He slid it across the table to Renjiro. "Boss, this is my proposal for the company's operations. Please have a look."
Renjiro accepted the papers with interest. The plan was comprehensive, spanning twenty-five pages. Li Zhenhua had clearly poured his heart and soul into it. Every detail — from company formation, employee recruitment, and salary structure to equipment procurement, production timelines, and marketing strategies — was laid out thoughtfully.
For the next half-hour, Renjiro read the document carefully, his eyes scanning every page. At last, he set the papers down, a look of satisfaction on his face. "It's a solid plan, Uncle Li. Very detailed. You've done an excellent job."
Li Zhenhua's face brightened. "I'm glad you think so. But if you have suggestions, please don't hesitate to share. I value your vision."
Renjiro nodded. "There are a few points where I'd like to make adjustments. First, regarding recruitment: I want us to hire our frontline workers from Dawn Street. The people there have lived tough lives, and now that I have the means, I want to help them improve their circumstances."
Li Zhenhua's respect for Renjiro deepened. What a compassionate young man, he thought. "Of course, Boss. That's a wonderful idea."
Renjiro continued, "Next, the product launch. I've already secured distribution through the Shanghai branch of Century Metropolis. Our Ultra Balls will debut there."
Li Zhenhua blinked in surprise. "You're connected to Century Metropolis in Shanghai?"
"Somewhat," Renjiro replied modestly. "It's already arranged."
Li Zhenhua felt as if a huge weight had been lifted. He had assumed they would have to build their reputation before even approaching such a massive distributor. But Renjiro had already opened that door.
"Brilliant, Boss. That will give us an incredible head start."
Renjiro smiled. "Still, we shouldn't rely solely on their channels. Eventually, we'll need to establish our own flagship stores across the country. I want our brand to stand on its own."
Li Zhenhua agreed wholeheartedly. "Yes, once we have the funds, that will be a priority."
Renjiro's expression grew serious. "One more thing. I want my role as boss kept confidential. No one should know except you."
Li Zhenhua looked puzzled. "Why hide it? Your name will be known across the world!"
Renjiro's gaze was steady. "I'm still a student, Uncle Li. I want to keep a low profile for now."
Li Zhenhua couldn't argue with that. "Understood. If that's your wish, I'll ensure no one knows."
"There's one last concern," Renjiro said quietly. "Once the Ultra Ball hits the market, it's going to disrupt the status quo. Others will see us as a threat. I urge you to move your family somewhere safe — just as a precaution."
Li Zhenhua felt a chill. He hadn't fully considered how dangerous this venture could become. "Thank you, Boss. I'll make arrangements first thing tomorrow."
The two continued their meal, discussing further details — logistics, suppliers, security, marketing strategies, and long-term goals. Their conversation stretched late into the evening, filled with shared determination and excitement for the future. At last, as the clock neared ten, they had finalized the key points.
That night, as Li Zhenhua returned to his hotel, he felt both the weight of responsibility and the thrill of being part of something that would change the world.
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