Plagiarizing Meiyou's "innocent allure" style comes with a price.
Although store manager Xu Yue was mentally prepared for accusations.
She didn't expect them to come so quickly and so directly.
As for the identity of the other party, were they die-hard Meiyou fans?
Or were they sent by Meiyou Technology to deliberately cause trouble?
Xu Yue had a guess: it was highly likely they were here to cause trouble!
Otherwise, they wouldn't be so dedicated.
Xu Yue looked at the two young women, furious:
"I see you're deliberately here to cause trouble! Were you sent by Meiyou to intentionally slander our HM?"
At that, the people around paused, then started discussing.
Die-hard fans exist these days, but not many.
Young people who argue online, red-faced, for their favorite brands, truly exist.
There are also those who queue up to buy new phones when released, some are paid, and some are true fans.
There are even those who sell their kidneys to buy an iPhone.
Could it be that these two young women are also die-hard Meiyou fans?
Or were they arranged by Meiyou to cause trouble?
Just as everyone was lost in thought, the two young women became agitated:
"Bah! Slander your HM? You've already done such shameless plagiarism, what else is there to slander?"
"You really need slandering? Do you truly believe HM is a reputable brand?"
"Hahahaha!"
Everyone burst into laughter; the insults didn't even use foul language.
"You!"
Xu Yue trembled with rage; if not for the crowd, she would have torn these two brats apart!
Another young woman directly pulled out a membership card:
"You say I'm causing trouble, look closely, isn't this your store's membership card? Spending tens of thousands at HM every year, and you say I was sent by Meiyou?"
"Do you want me to pull up my spending records? Look at my membership points, see how much I've spent at your HM?"
"This..."
Xu Yue was stunned.
Could it be that they weren't sent by Meiyou after all?
But rather former HM customers who had now turned against them?
Many of Meiyou's current users have switched over from HM and Zara...
The young woman continued:
"Hmph! I used to quite like your store's clothes, even if they weren't pretty, they were still a brand. Now with such blatant plagiarism, how can I wear the clothes I bought from you before out in public? Don't I have any self-respect?"
"Exactly, wearing clothes from a plagiarizing brand, I'd be afraid of being pointed at."
Hearing this, the Meiyou fans among the onlookers also voiced their support:
"The young woman is right. A big brand like HM engaging in plagiarism is so cheap! It makes HM users lose face!"
"That's right, when I go back, I'm cutting up all my HM clothes; they're an eyesore. I advise you, relying on plagiarism will only destroy your brand; you won't get far."
"Exactly! You won't get far, no one likes knock-offs."
"The 'innocent allure' style was created by Meiyou. Who would spend so much money to buy HM knock-offs instead of genuine Meiyou?"
"If you're going to plagiarize like this, you might as well close down early!"
...
Everyone spoke one after another, directly insulting everyone at the HM specialty store, from the manager to the staff, leaving them speechless.
Ideals are plentiful, but reality is stark.
They thought that with the "innocent allure" style being so popular, plagiarizing it and putting it on the market would lead to huge sales and massive profits.
But they didn't expect that soon after opening, someone would come to disrupt their business, and so aggressively.
For a moment, Xu Yue wanted to just close the store!
It was too embarrassing!
The problem was, there was no way to refute it.
After all, they had genuinely plagiarized.
Xu Yue and the others only hoped these two "little ancestors" would leave quickly, and everyone else too.
Once the situation calmed down, they could continue selling.
But they didn't expect this was just the beginning.
Before this group had left, several more figures approached, followed by reporters carrying cameras.
"Oh no, they came prepared!"
Xu Yue's expression changed dramatically, and she felt completely unwell.
As soon as HM launched the plagiarized "innocent allure" dresses, media reporters immediately showed up.
They were definitely prepared.
The person leading the group directly asked,
"Who is the manager of this store?"
"I... I am!"
Xu Yue stepped forward.
The leading man immediately took out a document and solemnly stated:
"I am Liang Qiyuan, the lawyer entrusted by Meiyou Technology. Your HM's plagiarism of Meiyou's 'innocent allure' dress designs severely infringes upon our company's rights.
Our company has legally issued a lawyer's letter to you, requesting you to remove and destroy all plagiarized clothing as soon as possible.
Otherwise, our company will sue HM headquarters, the Singapore branch, and the HM store manager! Please cease infringement and remove them immediately!"
"I..."
Xu Yue was dumbfounded.
The other party not only brought media reporters but also lawyers!
They were going to sue not only HM but also her, the store manager!
And it was all perfectly legal and reasonable.
Xu Yue was very anxious.
HM's current performance was poor, she wasn't getting bonuses, and as a store manager, she didn't earn much each month.
It really wasn't worth being sued for this!
"Please cease infringement and remove them immediately!"
The lawyer spoke again.
Some of the Meiyou fans watching also chimed in,
"Cease infringement, remove them immediately!"
"Cease infringement, remove them immediately!"
"Cease infringement, remove them immediately!"
The voices grew louder and louder, with passersby joining in.
The general public still has a lot of conscience, just like righteous netizens on the internet.
Listening to these voices, Xu Yue sighed, knowing that things were in big trouble.
Headquarters thought Meiyou wouldn't discover their plagiarism in a short time, but unexpectedly, as soon as they launched, the other party arrived.
Clearly, they had been eyeing HM for a long time and had already prepared a series of countermeasures.
This store couldn't stay open today.
What happens next depends on headquarters' crisis public relations.
Xu Yue nodded:
"Alright, I understand, I'll close the store now."
"Very good, thank you for your cooperation. If you continue to operate the store and infringe upon our company's rights, our company will immediately initiate legal action against your company and the store manager personally!"
Saying this, the person directly posted the lawyer's letter on HM's glass door, in the most prominent position.
"Sigh!"
Xu Yue sighed, only able to close the store.
As for what happened next, she could only first report to HM's Singapore headquarters and await further instructions.
The reporter then began to interview the lawyer:
"Lawyer Liang, what is your view on HM's blatant plagiarism?"
Liang Qiyuan sighed:
"Shocking, very shocking! Generally speaking, petty plagiarism is already bottomless. But large-scale, mass plagiarism like HM's is truly appalling. And it's an international big brand, which is incredible. It's hard to imagine that in the 21st century, there are still such shameless brands. They are destroying their own brand!"
The reporter was shocked internally but his eyes were full of excitement; he had a hot story, and he had traffic!
This interview would surely go viral, maybe even make headlines!
He decisively continued to fan the flames:
"Are you saying HM's actions are bottomless? And self-destructive to their brand?"
"Exactly! That's right. Consumers have discerning eyes; no one will spend so much money to buy HM's plagiarized knock-offs. Instead, they will support Meiyou's genuine 'innocent allure' style. Meiyou is the originator of the 'innocent allure' style, pioneering it.
Now in Singapore, all five of Meiyou's flagship stores and thirty specialty stores are open. We hope the broad consumer base in Singapore will support genuine products and support Meiyou. After all, wearing pirated knock-offs makes you lose face!"
As he finished speaking, several people who had bought HM's "innocent allure" style were displeased and stopped Xu Yue and the others:
"Wearing pirated knock-offs makes me lose face, I want a refund!"
"Yes, a refund!"
"All of it, returned! Then we'll go buy genuine Meiyou, we've all been deceived by HM!"
"I... Sigh!"
Xu Yue sighed, but it was helpless, she could only arrange for all returns.
With reporters and lawyers present, refusing returns was not an option.
This scene was also captured by reporters.
After HM completed all returns and refunds, and closed the store again, the manager and staff all scattered.
The crowd that had gathered nearby, however, collectively rushed towards the Meiyou specialty store not far away, buying extensively.
A similar scene unfolded at various HM stores in Singapore.
And in Australia, the situation was the same.
Basically, all HM specialty stores were blocked by Meiyou's agents, who arranged for lawyers with reporters and lawyer's letters to stand at the doors!
Meiyou's agents, such as Li Zongyang, were all powerful figures locally.
Achieving this was quite easy.
Even if HM was stronger, it made no difference.
A mighty dragon cannot suppress a local snake!
People like Li Zongyang were the "local snakes."
In Singapore, HM was helpless.
After all, HM's agents, even if they had some power, were not as powerful as Li Zongyang.
The agents Steve selected to represent all of Singapore were all top-tier in strength!
Leaving the mall, Xu Yue finally breathed a sigh of relief and quickly called a senior executive at HM's Singapore branch:
"President Zhang, something big has happened. Our plagiarism of Meiyou's 'innocent allure' style was discovered by Meiyou, and they came with lawyers and media, blocking our doors with lawyer's letters!"
"What?"
HM Singapore President Zhang Zixu was dumbfounded:
"How could they be so fast?"
Xu Yue was anxious:
"They said they want us to immediately cease infringement and immediately remove and destroy all 'innocent allure' dresses. Otherwise, they will sue HM headquarters, the Singapore branch, and even me, a small store manager! I was forced to close the store!"
"This..."
Zhang Zixu was filled with shock and anger.
He was shocked by how quickly and decisively Meiyou acted.
He was angry that Meiyou was so ruthless, leaving no room for negotiation, even suing the store managers.
Now, which of those store managers would dare to open for business?
It wasn't worth risking a lawsuit just to earn some salary!
"Alright, I understand. In that case, you all close the stores and rest; I'll handle this."
"Understood, President Zhang."
Xu Yue breathed a sigh of relief; this was an unavoidable solution.
The situation had reached a point where it was a battle between gods, a clash of masters.
The situation was urgent, and Zhang Zixu had no good ideas, so he quickly shouted at his secretary:
"All senior executives, call an emergency meeting. Those who have gone home, join via video conference!"
"Yes!"
Soon, an emergency meeting was convened.
Zhang Zixu explained the whole story.
Some executives were alarmed, and others added:
"Not just the Suntec City store, the Palais Renaissance store, and the Far East Plaza store; they were also blocked by Meiyou Technology's lawyers with lawyer's letters and reporters!"
"The Ngee Ann City store, the Lion City store, the Centrepoint store, and others were also blocked by lawyer's letters!"
"Not just Singapore, Australia too!"
"Damn it! How could Meiyou Technology act so fast?"
"It seems Meiyou has made an all-out move. They knew about our plagiarism long ago and were just waiting for today's official launch!"
"No, it's not Meiyou; it's Li Zongyang and the Australian agents!"
"That's right, Meiyou is far away in China; their influence cannot cover Singapore or Australia. The ones taking action can only be the local agents in Singapore and Australia!"
"These agents are all local powerhouses, very influential in their respective areas!"
"So it's the agents taking action!"
Zhang Zixu snorted coldly:
"Hmph! Meiyou has agents, and we HM do too. Let our HM agents take action and suppress this situation! Also, silence all media; this must not get out!"
"If it gets out, headquarters will know, causing stock prices to plummet. I, as president, will have to step down, and all of you will be out of a job!"
"Yes! I'll contact the agent, Song Guangyao, right away!"
The subordinate's expression changed dramatically, and he quickly contacted HM's Singapore agent.
But the result was unsatisfactory.
"What did Song Guangyao say?"
Zhang Zixu frowned.
"President, Song Guangyao said that Li Zongyang's influence is immense, he can cover the sky with one hand, and he has no way to deal with it."
"Useless! Absolutely useless!"
Zhang Zixu was furious, but quickly understood the other party's intentions:
"Heh heh, Song Guangyao doesn't have no way, he has other thoughts, doesn't he?"
The subordinate nodded:
"I think so too. Ever since Meiyou's international reputation grew, our HM's revenue has been continuously declining. Song Guangyao probably thinks HM isn't profitable anymore, wants to quit, or even find other opportunities!"
"Indeed, that guy is very realistic. When our HM was thriving, he used to invite me for foot massages every day just to snatch the master agency! Now that HM sales are declining, he probably wants to give up HM's agency and go side with Meiyou!"
The subordinate sighed:
"Damn it, this guy is a traitor, unreliable!"
Zhang Zixu nodded:
"We can't rely on Song Guangyao, we can only rely on ourselves. Quickly investigate which media outlets Li Zongyang has contacted. Implement crisis public relations as soon as possible!"
"Yes!"
On the other side.
The subordinate looked at Song Guangyao, full of confusion:
"Boss, our HM stores are all blocked by Li Zongyang's lawyer's letters, aren't we going to do anything?"
"Do something? How?"
Song Guangyao sneered:
"It's HM, those idiots, who plagiarized Meiyou's 'innocent allure' style first. Getting their doors blocked is unavoidable. How can we intervene? Even if we go to court, we'll lose! No, HM will lose!"
"So we just watch? If this continues, as HM's agents, we will also suffer heavy losses."
Song Guangyao sighed:
"There's no other way. HM's sales are constantly declining, and we've already suffered heavy losses. The situation will only get worse. HM has no power to resist Meiyou's 'innocent allure' style. We, ah, need to find an exit strategy!"
"You mean, use this incident as an opportunity to terminate the contract with HM?"
Song Guangyao smiled faintly:
"Anyway, being HM's agent isn't profitable anymore, so it's better to withdraw and cut our losses in time. Since HM is fully responsible for this plagiarism, there will be no consequences for us to terminate the contract. We can even offer Meiyou a pledge of allegiance in advance!"
Knowing that the HM ship would eventually sink, intelligent people like Song Guangyao decisively sought an alternative.
And Meiyou was the only way out; he wouldn't be foolish enough to offend Meiyou for HM's sake!
The subordinate was confused:
"But wasn't Meiyou's master agent for Singapore given to Li Zongyang?"
Song Guangyao smiled:
"Meiyou's master agent was given to Li Zongyang, but don't forget, Xingyi Technology also has Zhenyou, and Xingyi mobile phones, and there will be other products in the future. We might still have a chance!
Moreover, Li Zongyang's Meiyou agency contract is only for one year. Next year, we can definitely contend for it!"
"By not taking action this time, we are showing our attitude to Director Wang. If we were to oppose Meiyou this time, then we wouldn't be able to cooperate with Meiyou in the future."
Song Guangyao was very calm and clear-headed:
"Do we choose HM, this Titanic that is about to sink? Or do we choose Meiyou, this aircraft carrier with a boundless future?"
"Of course, choose Meiyou's aircraft carrier! I understand, Boss is wise!"
The subordinate was full of admiration, completely unable to imagine that Song Guangyao had seen through the situation so early and decided to abandon the sinking ship for a brighter future!
"Notify legal, collect evidence, and prepare to terminate the contract with HM."
Song Guangyao smiled faintly:
"Also, contact Director Wang for me and say I'm interested. No, say I want to go to China and invite Director Wang to dinner, and please ask Director Wang to definitely grace us with his presence!"
He who hesitates will suffer.
Since being HM's agent was no longer profitable, it was better to immediately switch sides and become a Singapore agent for Zhenyou or Xingyi mobile phones!
Although there was an element of gambling, at least by representing Zhenyou or Xingyi mobile phones, there was still hope of winning.
Continuing to represent HM would truly be a waste.
After all, in tiny Singapore, Meiyou opened five flagship stores and 30 specialty stores in one go!
What the hell would HM sell in the future?
Coupled with this incident, even if they don't stop cooperation, HM will face a wave of store closures, and he, as HM's master agent, will suffer immense losses!
It was better to cut losses in time and abandon the dark for the light.
Song Guangyao's judgment had always been sharp!
HM Singapore Headquarters.
"President, it's all been investigated. Basically, all media in Singapore were involved, but they all rejected our hush money!"
"What? Money doesn't work?"
Zhang Zixu's expression changed dramatically:
"Is Li Zongyang's power truly that great? Or did Li Zongyang offer more?"
The subordinate sighed:
"Probably a bit of both. If Song Guangyao had stepped in, there might have been hope. Since Song Guangyao isn't acting, those media won't go against Li Zongyang, especially since they've all received benefits from him!"
"Sigh! It seems we can only think of other ways."
Zhang Zixu sighed, his face growing uglier.
Just then, the secretary rushed in:
"Bad news, President, the media has already exposed it, look!"
Saying this, the secretary handed over the Pad in her hand; it was an interview from the Suntec City store earlier.
[HM Plagiarizes Meiyou's "Innocent Allure" Style, Launches in Singapore and Australia, Viciously Attacked by Consumers for Being Shameless.]
[Plagiarizing Meiyou's "Innocent Allure" Style, HM Stores Blocked by Meiyou Lawyer's Letters, Customers Demand Refunds.]
[International Apparel Giant Forced to Close Stores Due to Plagiarism of Meiyou.]
[HM's Shameless Plagiarism Incites Public Outrage, Consumers Collectively Return Goods, Support Meiyou Original!]
[HM Trapped in Plagiarism Vortex Again, Faces Full Lawsuit from Meiyou!]
...
Not only text, but also images, and even interview videos.
"It's over, our HM, it's over, I'm over too!"
Zhang Zixu slumped into his seat, grief-stricken beyond despair.
It was completely dead.
Just then, the assistant also ran in:
"President, something big has happened! Our plagiarism has made it to Singapore Evening News, broadcasting live on TV!"
Zhang Zixu was dumbfounded: "!!!"
It was a long time before he sighed:
"If it's on Singapore Evening News, then it's truly over."
"Should we notify headquarters?"
The subordinate couldn't help but ask, feeling there might still be a chance.
After all, HM paid him well; if things truly went south, he'd be unemployed.
Zhang Zixu waved his hand:
"Don't bother, it's already on the news; headquarters probably already knows."
Indeed, no sooner had he spoken than the phone from headquarters rang.
Zhang Zixu sighed, answered the phone, and was surprisingly calm.
Before, whenever he received a call from senior management at headquarters, he would always be anxious about gains and losses.
Now, his mind was as still as water, completely unconcerned.
After all, at this point, he was about to step down.
He had nothing left to lose, so he simply didn't care.
Seeing that Zhang Zixu didn't speak, Gafford had to start first:
"I know all about it; this isn't your fault... Don't worry, headquarters will continue to support you."
Zhang Zixu was silent: "..."
He wasn't scolded?
Nor was he fired?
But he quickly understood!
Plagiarizing Meiyou's "innocent allure" style was a decision made by HM headquarters.
Their Singapore branch was merely located in a tropical and developed region, suitable for "innocent allure" sales.
That was all.
To put it plainly, even if HM's Singapore market collapsed, it was headquarters' fault, not really his problem.
"Thank you for your understanding, Chairman. I... I..."
Zhang Zixu was momentarily speechless, not knowing what to say.
Gafford sighed:
"This was a strategic error by headquarters. You first calm your subordinates and agents. Absolutely do not let the situation worsen. Headquarters will handle what happens next."
"Alright, then should we continue to sell the 'innocent allure' style?"
Gafford thought for a moment:
"Continue selling. It's come to this point; we can't not sell them. And just because they say it's plagiarism, does that make it plagiarism? The court will decide. Next, HM will litigate with Meiyou, dragging the case on for several years. Regardless, let's make the money first!"
"Alright!"
Zhang Zixu understood that HM was going to see this through to the bitter end!
They couldn't take them off the shelves at this point!
Once they were removed, it would be an admission of plagiarizing Meiyou, which would be even more troublesome.
By not removing them, they could still argue, haggle, and fight lawsuits...
Even if they lost the lawsuit two years later, they would have already made a huge profit from selling the "innocent allure" style during those two years.
Zara did exactly this before.
You're suing me, right?
Go ahead and sue, I'll keep buying as usual!
Gafford sneered:
"Consumers are forgetful. It doesn't matter how people boycott us or curse us now."
"After this period, we'll do some charity, guide public opinion, and whitewash our image."
"Then run a promotion, and they'll buy our HM clothes just as they always did! Don't worry. As long as revenue goes up, the currently fallen stock price and market value will all recover!"
"Yes, Chairman, I understand."
Zhang Zixu wholeheartedly agreed.
This is how business develops.
Hanging up the phone, Gafford rubbed his forehead, feeling a bit weary:
"The prospects are bright, but the current situation is the worst. Meiyou's actions are too fast! And too ruthless! I hope Zhang Zixu and the others can hold steady; they just need to get through this wave."
Unexpectedly, the Vice President rushed in again:
"Chairman, the international media have also begun extensively reporting on our plagiarism."
Gafford's face turned ashen:
"Let me see."
The Wall Street Journal, The Times, Ta Kung Pao, and other international media were all vying to report.
What they said was even more cutting than the reports from Singapore and Australia!
"Fuck! It was reported so quickly, Meiyou Technology must have paid for it! And Zara, they might also be kicking us while we're down!"
Gafford was furious:
"Damn it, Meiyou and Zara, they're trying to destroy us!"
"Quick, crisis public relations!"
The Vice President was stunned:
"Chairman, how do we handle crisis public relations in this situation?"
Gafford was silent: "..."
After a long pause, he said:
"Just say it's not plagiarism, but merely similar designs, purely a coincidence!"
"Uh..."
The Vice President looked at Gafford with a dumbfounded expression:
"Chairman, do you think the public will believe such words?"
"This..."
Gafford was also stunned:
"Forget it, let's convene a meeting first to discuss."
But unfortunately, no conclusive results were reached in the end.
The matter of plagiarizing Meiyou's "innocent allure" style was completely un-washable, thoroughly hammered.
It was already in the news!
All HM could do was remain silent and let the controversy pass as quickly as possible.
Let time resolve everything.
If they responded, they would fall into a public opinion battle, causing the whole matter to continuously escalate, with an increasingly larger impact.
But HM's lack of response didn't mean the problem was gone.
Their stock price plummeted from the opening bell...
Even if HM mobilized funds, aggressively defended the market, and boosted its stock price, it was to no avail.
By market close, HM's stock price had fallen another 12% from its peak when Wang Yi shorted it, evaporating over 40 billion yuan!
On the morning of October 14th, Wang Yi looked at HM's stock price and smiled slightly:
"It's fallen another 12%, plus the 3% drop from a few days ago, it's already down 15%. The 3 billion shorted has earned over 440 million!"
"Good, good, HM, keep up the hard work. It'd be best if it falls even further."
Short selling means anticipating a stock price drop, borrowing X shares in advance, and cashing out at a high price.
Later, when the stock price is low, buy back X shares and return them.
The difference between the two, after deducting transaction fees, is Wang Yi's profit.
For example, with HM's stock price plummeting now, Wang Yi borrowed 3 billion worth of shares and only needs 2.55 billion to repay the borrowed shares.
After deducting fees, he still earned over 440 million.
If HM's stock price were to skyrocket in the future, increasing by 15% from when Wang Yi shorted it, then Wang Yi would need 3.45 billion to repay those shares, plus interest, resulting in a loss of approximately 460 million.
Going forward, the more HM's stock price falls, the more Wang Yi will profit from this wave of short selling.
The reason for only shorting 3 billion was also within Wang Yi's acceptable risk.
If it were more, things could easily go wrong.
After all, Wang Yi didn't have too many bullets; it was better to play it safe and just make a few hundred million.
Not greedy.
Nine past five.
Wang Yi received a call from Song Sining:
"Boss, HM's specialty stores in Singapore and Australia are continuing to sell the 'innocent allure' dresses!"
"HM has guts, are they planning to bide their time? Resist to the end?"
Wang Yi instantly understood the other party's strategy: they were going to follow the Zara route.
Since the plagiarism issue had blown up, HM would simply not respond, ignore it, and continue to sell.
Later, they would slowly drag out the lawsuit, letting time resolve everything.
The currently plummeting stock price could also allow them to buy back some shares at a low price.
As long as HM's revenue and profits increase due to the "innocent allure" style, and their performance reports look good, the stock price will eventually rise back, possibly even higher!
Conversely, if the performance reports are not good, even without plagiarizing Meiyou's "innocent allure" style, HM's stock price would still plummet! Perhaps even more severely.
This was also the fundamental reason for HM's desperate gamble to plagiarize the "innocent allure" style.
The aim was to use the "innocent allure" style to boost HM's revenue, leading HM out of its current predicament.
"However, how can I let you have your way?"
Wang Yi smiled slightly:
"Immediately initiate a full lawsuit against HM, including the managers of HM specialty stores in Singapore and Australia."
"Alright, Boss."
Song Sining changed the subject:
"Oh, by the way, Boss, Song Guangyao, HM's master agent for Singapore, contacted Meiyou, saying he wants to come to China and invite you to dinner!"
"HM's master agent Song Guangyao? This guy, quite interesting."
Wang Yi guessed the other party's intention.
He was probably someone like Liu Zhixuan, who understood the bigger picture and knew best how to abandon the dark for the light.
Furthermore, since he was HM's master agent for Singapore, if he defected and joined Meiyou, HM's Singapore market would likely be completely finished.
At that time, HM's stock price would collapse again, and Wang Yi would profit even more, which isn't bad!
"Let him come,"
Wang Yi said faintly.
As for loyalty?
Agents only have interests, not loyalty.
Even domestic agents, if Wang Yi were to fall, would quickly breach their contracts; few would remain loyal to the end.
Where interests can be discussed, don't talk about feelings.
Talking about feelings can easily cost money.
"Alright, Boss."
That night, a news story made it to trending topics both domestically and internationally, once again shocking the world.
[Meiyou Technology Fully Sues HM for Plagiarizing "Innocent Allure" Design, Will Defend Rights to the End!]
Numerous domestic and international media outlets widely reposted the report, directly making it to headlines both at home and abroad.
Wang Yi chose to break the news at night so that both domestic users could see it, and Western users who had just woken up could also see it!
Critically striking HM!
In response, HM still did not comment.
But their stock price fell another 13%, evaporating over 40 billion yuan.
And Wang Yi's short selling in this wave earned him nearly another 400 million.
Gafford took a deep breath, his liver aching with pain, but could only comfort himself with an Ah Q spirit:
"It's alright, it's alright. Once our HM's 'innocent allure' revenue goes up, the current fallen stock price and market value will all recover! That day will surely come!"
What Gafford didn't know was that this day would never come.
Wang Yi issued another command:
"'Defend Youzi,' launching globally!"
Instantly, over 50 million Meiyou users worldwide all received an APP pop-up message:
[Meiyou's "Innocent Allure" Style Has Been Plagiarized. Brave and Wise Warriors, please strategize together to resist the monster invasion and defend Youzi!]
[Meiyou Technology's First Mobile Game - "Defend Youzi," Grand Launch! How many levels can you clear?]
Upon seeing this pop-up message, many users became interested, clicked in, and were redirected to download.
"Defend Youzi" is a standalone APP, available in iOS, Android, and even Nokia versions!
Coupled with the current context of Meiyou being plagiarized, Meiyou users rushed to download the game to show their support.
Download, install, launch.
One-click login with a Meiyou account, or login with a phone number, both are fine.
Entering the game screen, with multi-language support, foreign users had no barriers.
A background story animation then appeared:
Princess Youzi's "innocent allure" dresses were beautiful and coveted by unscrupulous demon thieves, who sent their monsters to snatch the designs for knock-off production.
Warriors, please arrange your troops, block the demon invasion, and defend Youzi...
And this game animation also allowed for bullet comments, so it became completely lively:
"Hehehe, Meiyou knows how to play; this is subtly mocking HM for plagiarizing Meiyou's 'innocent allure' style!"
"Not subtle at all; they're practically calling out HM by name!"
(End of chapter)