69novels Chapter 115 Opening Day
Chapter 115 Opening Day
Chapter 115 Opening Day
Match day.
In the early morning in Xinyuan City, the air still carried the lingering excitement and restlessness of the previous night.
Last night, the first batch of 200,000 lucky spots that were granted entry to the main venue were randomly drawn by the system.
The moment the results were announced, the already heated atmosphere in Xinyuan City seemed to be fueled by even more excitement.
Soon, people discovered an "opportunity".
Although the daily quota of 200,000 is linked to personal information to prevent scalpers from reselling the initial qualifications, it seems that the winners can transfer their "day's" entry rights to others in Xinyuan City in some form.
The system only recognizes who ultimately swipes their ID to enter the venue. It does not rigidly restrict whether this person is the lottery winner or a "transferee" who agrees to and completes the transfer procedures.
In an instant, the undercurrents transformed into raging waves in the open.
For many wealthy individuals who are extremely eager to have the best viewing experience, the randomness of the draw is a source of anxiety.
And now, the opportunity has arrived.
As long as you can find someone willing to transfer their spot for that day and pay a "transfer fee," you can step into that sacred tower.
Prices soared rapidly through word of mouth and hidden corners of the internet, from the initial few thousand to tens of thousands, and by the morning of the opening ceremony, it was said that some "prime viewing areas" had been sold for six figures.
Many wealthy individuals are eager to participate, planning to "buy" the entire four-day viewing experience inside the tower, in addition to the day they were selected.
"Ten thousand yuan, just to sit inside for a few hours? What's the difference between watching a big screen inside and outside?"
Similar discussions can be seen everywhere on the streets and alleys, with tones filled with disbelief, sour envy, or resentment towards the gap between the rich and the poor.
The online outcry was even louder.
Many people questioned that this "money-for-all" approach violated the original intention of the competition to be "fair and inclusive," and condemned it as unfair to ordinary lottery participants, which distorted the original purpose of the competition.
The related topic quickly rose to the top of the trending searches, sparking heated debate.
The official response from Xinyuan City was unexpectedly calm.
At midnight last night, a concise statement was simultaneously released on all public screens, radio broadcasts, and the official website of the city.
Explanation regarding the transfer of spectator slots:
1. The daily admission lottery is designed to be inclusive, ensuring that millions of people have the opportunity to enter.
2. The core difference between the viewing experience inside the Battle Tower and the six holographic projection plazas in the city (all equipped with ultra-high-definition giant screens and surround sound) lies mainly in the atmosphere. In terms of viewing clarity and information acquisition, the differences are within a manageable range. (Technical comparison diagram attached)
3. The use of an individual's lottery winning qualification and admission right on the day of the event falls within the scope of their personal rights. The organizing committee will not prohibit any voluntary and compliant transfer of these rights.
4. Friendly Reminder: To protect the rights of both parties and avoid disputes, it is recommended that individuals with such needs visit the designated window at the event service center in each district of the city to complete the standardized transfer registration procedures in the presence of staff. Do not engage in private or unverified transactions; beware of scams.
This statement, which may seem to simply state facts and offer advice, actually conveys multiple messages.
First, it appeased those who couldn't get in, emphasizing that the external viewing experience wasn't bad; second, it tacitly allowed the existence of spot trading, bringing it from the gray area into the open; finally, it provided official channels to regulate this behavior, which to some extent even endorsed it.
Lin Dao watched all of this from behind the scenes.
He knows better than anyone how the extraordinary circumstances of the past few months have exacerbated the concentration of social wealth and severely impacted the savings and consumer confidence of ordinary people.
Wealth is concentrated in a few areas and among a few people in various forms, and the potential "anger" in society is not small.
With cross-border trade restricted and capital having nowhere to go, and being closely monitored within China, the situation appears relatively "calm."
Now that the competition has begun, millions of people have flocked to Xinyuan City.
The consumption potential, emotional outlets, and potential value of future "seed users" contained within this are immeasurable.
Those who are willing to spend a lot of money to buy tickets to watch the games are the group with the strongest spending power; while those who are willing to transfer their tickets for a better deal can also get a considerable windfall, which they may use to improve their lives or invest in their own and Pokémon's future.
More importantly, Lin Dao firmly believes that these one million people, regardless of their wealth, will become the earliest and most steadfast propagators and practitioners of the "coexistence concept" once they personally step into New Edge City, experience the atmosphere of coexisting with Pokémon, and witness the highest level of battles and bonds.
The minor controversies surrounding the trading of quotas are merely trivial matters compared to this grand goal.
He not only does not oppose, but even welcomes, this kind of voluntary "wealth redistribution" and "experience optimization," as long as it is kept within an orderly scope.
At eight o'clock in the morning, Yu Qin held his girlfriend Wang Jiajia's hand tightly, and carefully protected Nidoran in his arms with his other hand, as they followed the crowd toward the city center.
Wang Jiajia held her Nidoran, the little one curiously turning its ears, its big eyes fixed on the tall buildings and floating smart modules passing by.
"There are so many people—" Wang Jiajia sighed softly, unconsciously leaning closer to Yu Qin.
"Of course, it's opening day."
Yu Qin lowered his voice, unable to hide his excitement.
"Look over there, isn't that—a Thunderbolt? Its fur is so shiny! And that one, is it an Electivire? The Pokédex says they have quite a temper, and that trainer actually lets it follow him around like this—"
The two felt as if they had entered a grand garden, and as they walked, they couldn't help but take out their Pokédexs and secretly scan the unfamiliar Pokémon figures that appeared in their field of vision.
The inclusiveness of New Edge City towards Pokémon astonished them. Not only were there the common, smaller Pokémon, but they even saw a sturdy Rhyperior, accompanied by its trainer, slowly walking towards a dedicated...
The entrance passage is exceptionally wide, and the overhead floating module merely casts a scanning beam to confirm that everything is in order before moving on.
"This place is really different," Wang Jiajia murmured, a hint of envy and longing flashing in her eyes.
A few months ago, they successfully passed the assessment and, with the help of their families, obtained the precious qualification to select newborn Pokémon at the National Pokémon Hatchery and Breeding Center in the capital.
By a twist of fate, they each gained the approval of Nidoran and Nidoran.
Although they failed to break through to the top 256 in the qualifying rounds, the two were incredibly lucky and both won the million-dollar viewing tickets to come to Xinyuan City!
Although the two didn't win the first day's viewing opportunity, they still managed to buy two spots with their money, allowing them to personally enter the battle tower to watch the opening ceremony and the first day of the competition.
"Little Lang, be good when you go in, okay? There will be a lot of powerful Pokémon inside. Don't be afraid or impulsive," Yu Qin gently instructed, touching the hard, poisonous spikes on Nidoran's back.
Nidoran raised his head and called out, "Nido!" His eyes were full of curiosity and eagerness.
Wang Jiajia gently combed Nidolan's soft ears, "Xiaolan too, let's watch the game carefully and learn from others' strengths."
The two followed the flow of people and boarded the "ground elevator" leading to the city center.
This spacious platform, which glides smoothly along a pre-set magnetic track, is now crowded with people and Pokémon.
Pokémon of various shapes, sizes, and colors nestled around their trainers, some gazing curiously, others dozing quietly.
Arriving at the foot of the battle tower, gazing up at the colossal tower disappearing into the morning mist and glimmer of light, the two were once again overwhelmed with awe.
The tower's body shimmered with a faint energy glow, cold yet sacred.
After passing through strict security checks and identity verification (by swiping their temporary ID cards), they carried Nidoran and Nidolan into the vast hall.