C14 A New Generation Wins the Old

Deng Yiming stared at the top spot on the streamer leaderboard in disbelief. "Ten million yuan? How can someone just give away that much?"

It was his first time experiencing the Super Rocket Rain as a mere spectator, and all he could do was watch in silence.

"Thank you, Yu. I'm overwhelmed with emotion. I'm just a simple streamer, a girl from a rural area..." Lee Fei'er's voice quivered with genuine emotion as the Super Rocket Rain concluded, and she moved into a heartfelt speech.

For Lee Fei'er, the ten million yuan was an unimaginable sum, and her tears were the only way she could express her feelings at that moment.

To Deng Yiming, however, ten million was a trifle, merely a drop in the bucket, especially considering his father's modest goal of a hundred million yuan.

This month, Deng had already gifted Ami a staggering twenty million yuan, leaving him without enough funds to outdo Fei'er.

"It's got to be Anill Live's officials meddling!" Deng concluded, fuming as he dialed Shang Juncai, the CEO of Anill Live.

"What's the deal here? I'm on your platform, and you pull something like this? What's your angle?" Deng didn't mince his words.

Deng often said he didn't bother asking if his friends were wealthy; none of them were as rich as he was anyway. As one of the country's elite second-generation rich, his actions spoke volumes.

Now, confronting Shang Juncai, he commanded the situation as if he were giving orders to a subordinate. The CEO, who typically carried himself with high esteem, didn't dare show arrogance in Deng's presence.

With Deng's net worth, he could effortlessly launch a new streaming platform that would dwarf Anill Live, a fact not lost on the CEO.

"I've dispatched a team to look into it. We should have answers shortly!" Shang Juncai assured him, clearly anxious.

For a titan like Deng Yiming, standard customer service wouldn't cut it. Anill Live had made the call for Shang Juncai to personally attend to Deng, serving as his exclusive customer service representative—a testament to the platform's commitment to attracting and retaining the business of the ultra-wealthy.

The primary beneficiary of Deng Yiming's assistance in boosting Ami's grades was undoubtedly Anill Live. Each month, they raked in millions from him.

"Cut the act. Who could possibly be wealthier than me? You're clearly up to something!" Deng Yiming exclaimed in frustration.

"Mr. Deng, you're accusing me unjustly. What advantage would I gain from opposing you?" Shang Juncai quickly retorted, eager to clear his name.

It's no small feat to keep a big player onside, yet it's all too easy to let one slip away. Shang Juncai would never engage in such self-sabotage.

"I'll have my people look into it. You'd better hope it's not you," Deng Yiming warned before abruptly ending the call.

Given Deng Yiming's resources, he didn't need Anill Live to conduct his inquiries; his private network was extensive and well-connected. But today, his team was underperforming.

"Apologies, Mr. Deng, but according to our information, none of the major domestic financial groups have any capital flowing to Anill Live," his subordinate reported.

Such substantial funds could only be mobilized by the country's financial giants. Born into an elite family, Deng Yiming was well-versed in the intricacies of financial operations.

There were many with net worths exceeding a hundred million, yet their liquid assets were often limited. The majority of their wealth was tied up in stocks and real estate, leaving them with relatively little cash on hand.

In China, companies capable of amassing tens of millions in a short time were rare, and those willing to spend lavishly on an internet celebrity were even rarer.

Images of several young elites flashed through Deng Yiming's mind. "What's the status with those young masters?"

"I've reached out to their teams, but none of them are interested in Anill Live," the subordinate informed him. This wasn't a closely guarded corporate secret, so the information was readily accessible.

"Could it be a foreign entity, then?" Deng Yiming pondered. At some point, the East had become a prime destination for wealthy individuals from Europe and America seeking companionship. It was a common sight to see a Western magnate surrounded by a bevy of beauties on the city streets.

"In theory, it's not out of the question, but practically speaking, it's quite challenging!" the subordinate responded.

For a wealthy European or American, there are far better strategies available. There's no need to flex on a live streaming platform.

"What has Anill Live uncovered?" Deng Yiming inquired once more.

"They've verified the registration details of the individual. He's from Spalding City, and the information indicates he's a high school student!" the subordinate reported.

"Spalding City, a high schooler? That can't be right, it's definitely..." Deng Yiming's mind raced to a startling possibility, sending a shiver down his spine.

Someone who can mobilize such vast wealth in no time can't be judged by ordinary standards. It's highly probable that this person possesses abilities similar to his own, or perhaps even stronger.

Just then, Deng Yiming's phone buzzed. It was a call from Ami.

As her top fan, Deng Yiming enjoyed considerable privileges.

To others, she was an untouchable idol, but to him, she was nothing short of submissive.

"What's the matter, Ami?" Deng Yiming asked.

"Hubby, you've got to help me. I can't let Fei'er outdo me!" Ami pleaded, her voice tinged with desperation.

"It's just one time being outpaced. It's not the end of the world," Deng Yiming reassured her.

"No, you don't understand, Hubby. You're my husband. How can you let someone else outshine you? We've only got five minutes until midnight. You have to help me. I'll agree to what you proposed last time!" Ami was ready to play her final card.

For a streamer who climbed the ranks through flirtatious antics, her ace was all too clear.

Yet at that moment, the value of that card had plummeted.

"I've already poured twenty million into your channel this month, I'm tapped out!" Deng Yiming said, his annoyance palpable.

"We could ask Mr. Deng for more funds, or perhaps Anill Live could advance our payment!" Ami proposed.

Hearing this, Deng Yiming's frustration flared.

His father had never approved of his involvement with live streaming. If he weren't an only child, he would likely have been disowned by now.

Asking his father for more money was out of the question.

And the idea of getting an advance on his share was a no-go as well.

Yet this year, Deng Yiming had already convinced Anill Live to pay him in advance three times.

The usual end-of-month payment had been moved up to the tenth of each month.

Another advance payment? Shang Juncai would never agree to that.

"Is it just because you lost once? Stop moping around. You've forgotten the times I helped you win!" Deng Yiming, clearly irritated, abruptly ended the call. Only one minute remained until midnight, and the gap between Ami and Lee Fei'er was over a million—victory was out of reach.

The once-bustling live stream room of Ami had fallen silent. Her die-hard fans could hardly believe their eyes.

Their idolized Ami had been bested by a virtually unknown streamer.

Fueled by anger, these loyal fans blamed the defeat on this new face and stormed into Fei'er's live stream with their outrage.

But Lee Fei'er, in that moment, showcased her impressive ability to command the room. Drying her tears of joy, she began to sing with deep emotion.

She ignored the barrage of skepticism and insults in the chat, blocking them out.

As time passed, the Ami Army's fury subsided over the next half hour, and they began to reassess the newcomer.

"Her voice is pure, her presence elegant—a refreshing change from Ami's bold and brash style."

"She's like the girl next door—so approachable. She's more endearing than the distant Ami."

"I'm totally charmed by this missy. Could you sing 'Across the Sea'? I bet your voice would be perfect for it!"

For Lee Fei'er, this was her first taste of the big leagues, with millions of fans flooding her stream—a scenario she'd never even dared to dream of.

Yet, with her exceptional talent, Lee Fei'er had the makings of a top-tier streamer.

She quickly regained her composure, converting many casual viewers into devoted fans—and even some detractors into supporters.