So people also expressed appreciation for Diamant's remarks. Yet Kenneth was firm in his decision. He went through the letter of resignation from the chairman to each shareholder, and each one shook his head in admiration. "Let's bring back Gao Liang!" someone suddenly suggested. "NO, NO, NO!" Kenneth waved his hands emphatically. "Gao Liang is indeed tenacious, but he's currently balancing part-time work with studies, so it wouldn't be suitable for him to step into the role of Executive President. My choice, then, is Peter. He has a strong grasp of game development, design, and marketization—despite some setbacks, his diligent and dedicated work ethic is what we've been eagerly anticipating. I'm confident that he will lead the team to even greater achievements in his new role as President." "Thanks to Kenneth's strong recommendation, Peter sat proudly in the CEO's chair, addressing all shareholders and saying, 'Please believe in me, support my efforts—let's work together to double Artic's performance.' 'Clap! Clap! Clap!' The crowd erupted in applause. Dianne was spellbound by Peter's mature professional presence at that moment, as he now seemed to be pursuing a grand, ambitious vision. And she, after all, admired successful men—men who were truly outstanding. During this period, Gao Liang had been spending most of his time at Stanford University, and thus was largely unaware of the company's specific developments and market operations. Naturally, he had no knowledge of the CEO change—something that was typically kept confidential within the company. As for Mike and Julie, as minor shareholders, the rotation of the CEO didn't matter much to them. They simply didn't care. The outstanding CEO, Kenneth, has passed away. At San Francisco International Airport, only one person came to see him off—Diana. She looked puzzled and said, "Kenneth, I really don't understand. Why did you leave so suddenly, doing so well? Was it because the chairman at the New York headquarters asked you to step down? Or perhaps something else? No one would have thought that Peter would take over your position!" "You must fully support Peter! Without Peter, Electronic Arts simply cannot continue. Now you may not see it clearly, but you'll understand later!" After saying this, Kenneth boarded the flight heading to New York. Diana was left alone, watching the plane soar into the sky, wondering and reflecting deeply on what Kenneth had just said. At that moment, a familiar voice came, saying, "Diana, if you'd like, I can join you for a coffee!" Dai Mengna noticed it was Peter. At that moment, he gave her a very polished, gentlemanly impression—now the CEO, Peter wore an array of Italian luxury brands, tall and engaging, with a keen ability to read the situation. Dai was drawn to this mature, composed demeanor, so she nodded vaguely, simply because Peter was now the well-known CEO, her direct superior, and in the workplace, a relationship of authority and subordination. Used to always feel that Leptin was the most outstanding man, but now, why am I beginning to appreciate Peter? Have I grown cold toward him, or perhaps… "A cup of Leptin Body-Enhancing Green Beverage Coffee for this distinguished lady!" Peter is truly gentlemanly now, and Donna feels a quiet sense of happiness. Thinking how thoughtful Peter is—knowing exactly what kind of coffee she drinks—being treated so gently and attentively by such a refined gentleman, it's a truly pleasant feeling. Then Peter shares with her a series of jokes and stories, making Donna laugh heartily. Seeing her delighted expression, Peter becomes so excited that he reaches out and holds her delicate hands, saying, "Donna, do you know? It's been a long time since you've laughed so genuinely happy. I sense that you and Leptin haven't been particularly happy together. If possible, let's start over! I'm certain I can make your life even more joyful!" "Oh! No, Peter!" "Dai Mengna quickly broke free from Peter's grasp, shaking her head vigorously like a metronome, saying, 'Indeed, I've been a bit unhappy with my husband lately. But I think... I think, this will pass!' 'Well, I won't press you then! Just take good care of yourself!' Peter's words unexpectedly touched Dai Mengna deeply. Peter has truly changed—now it's no wonder Kenneth appreciates him so much. 'It's getting late. I'll drive you back to your company dormitory!' Peter offered to accompany her. Dai Mengna nodded gratefully. On the way, she encountered a tough guy who wanted to cause a fuss, but Peter stepped in with confidence, giving her a strong sense of security. Upon arriving at her single-room dormitory, Peter called up to Dai Mengna on the upper floor, 'Dai Mengna, tomorrow I'm taking you somewhere!' The female staff members in the adjacent dormitory heard this and were filled with admiration—how prestigious it was to be invited by the CEO for an outing! How come it hadn't happened to her yet?" The women leaned in, winking at Dianmeng, encouraging her: "Dianmeng, seize the moment, now!" Dianmeng merely smiled happily at Peter below, then stepped inside. Peter danced with delight, tapped his fingers once, and in his heart, with a determined resolve, thought: "Gao Liang, you pig-faced fool—how dare you snatch my wife away! This time, I've got my chance. I'll play the long game and reel in a big catch. Dianmeng was always mine from the start. Now that I'm the CEO, a figure who commands the company, I'll surely win her back. After all, I'm not going to have much trouble pursuing someone from my own team. I'm already imagining myself embracing her delicate, porcelain-like body, caressing those full, lush breasts, and envisioning the divine, celestial scenes of passion between us. Oh, how comfortable I feel—like having just eaten a goji berry! It's absolutely exhilarating. Hah! Gao Liang, your woman is now mine. This time, I'll leave you utterly defeated." The highlight of the business achievements has sharply declined, leaving the entire class and faculty astonished. Yet Huangao remains unfazed, as he has been nearly entirely focused on deciphering Li Long's Chinese martial arts over the past period—having already achieved about 60% mastery, primarily through consistent practice. Practicing Li Long's original Chinese martial arts is no easy task. It demands a great deal of perseverance! Sometimes, for a simple movement—such as the mantis style or the snake style—Huangao has to refine the technique meticulously. After successfully deciphering the system, a self-generated Chinese martial arts practice guide and assessment protocol was automatically provided. It took Huangao a full week just to meet the basic standards. Moreover, Li Long's Chinese martial arts is profoundly rich and comprehensive; Huangao has only grasped the surface so far and still needs to work diligently to internalize its essence. Thus, he practices during the day and again at night, eventually becoming a true enthusiast of Chinese martial arts. For the past few months, this has been the shining portrait of Gao Liang: staying focused solely on practicing Chinese martial arts, ignoring everything outside his window. Yet, the environment around him is constantly changing. Soon, the university-wide final exams at Stanford will take place, and the atmosphere is intense—students are diligently reviewing for the last-minute preparations. Meiji and Chen Yudie are both hardworking, but Meiji is especially dedicated. Tom and Yamada, though often seen as casual students, are scrambling to catch up just before the big exams. As for Gao Liang? He is entirely different. While others attend lectures and review materials, Gao continues to flip through his notebook, deeply immersed in Chinese martial arts. He doesn’t just study—he deliberately plays back the sound of Lee Lee’s boxing matches through the high-end speakers of his laptop, producing a powerful, dynamic audio experience. This kind of performance usually earns praise from his classmates during regular class hours. But just as the exams approach, everyone starts rolling their eyes at Gao Liang. Among them, Meiji at the neighboring table was affected the most. She simply couldn't concentrate on reviewing anymore, so she covered her ears and angrily told Gao Liang, "Gao Liang, please show some respect!" Her tone was cold, and if Gao Liang wasn't mistaken, the two of them hadn't spoken to each other for a full week.