47: Auto Show

Chapter 47 Car Show

"Human scroll Art?" Wu Xian's expression was strange. "Like tattoos?"

Crucially, he hadn't seen any tattoos on Zhang Mazi.

The two subordinates grunted and emphasized again, "It's Human scroll Art!"

"Oh, oh," Wu Xian became even more curious. "Please tell Brother Zhang Mazi that I, too, wish to join your glorious evolution."

He had only thrown out a casual remark, but he didn't expect the two subordinates to actually take it to heart.

"Glorious... evolution?"

The two mumbled, their eyes gradually brightening.

They continued to repeat the phrase until they left.

Wu Xian watched them walk away with a strange look, then stepped out of the alley and hailed a taxi.

After all, optimus prime was a truck, and it wasn't very convenient to enter the city.

"Haha, it's just on the way to check out the car show. Hold on tight, young man."

The driver laughed and floored the accelerator, taking off.

"Master, do you like cars?"

"What a question, what man doesn't?" The driver joked. "I heard that all the major car companies are holding back big moves this year, and they've been building momentum and teasing for a month before the car show.

I wonder if there will be any new cars suitable for us ordinary folk."

Wu Xian smiled and continued to ask, "What do you think of our local car companies?"

"Local car companies?" The driver's expression was strange. "What good cars can local car companies have? Aren't they all just utility vehicles? And those that sell well are all models actingd or modified from big companies?"

...Wu Xian was dumbfounded.

"Young man, don't be fooled by local car companies. If you're going to buy, buy a big brand. The quality is guaranteed, and most importantly, it gives you face when you drive it out."

Wu Xian smiled without a word.

optimus prime was just the beginning; various other car-bots were waiting in line to make their appearance.

Soon after, the taxi arrived at the new car show venue.

After parking the car, the driver also enthusiastically began to look around.

Wu Xian followed the signs directly to Tangs Vehicle's exhibition area.

Along the way, he glanced at the exhibition areas of various major car companies, which were mainly high-end models, with luxury models placed in the C position, each with an increasingly absurd premium.

But in Wu Xian's opinion, the design and luxury were all mediocre.

When he brought out bumblebee, Crosshairs, Drift, and those other sports car guys, they would definitely obliterate these luxury cars, leaving no trace. And the key was that they could also transform and fight.

Tangs Vehicle's exhibition area was not very large, nor was its location very good, as it was not a big company after all.

Even so, it still became the most watched exhibition area on site.

On the one hand, it was because the Tang Family had built momentum in advance, spending money to attract many media outlets. On the other hand, it was because optimus prime's style was out of place at the car show.

Even many peers came to watch and make fun of it.

Tang Zhenghong was over there chatting and laughing with leaders of various car companies. To avoid exposing Wu Xian's identity, he couldn't come over directly.

"Little Xianzi, you're here?" Tang Beng came forward immediately.

Wu Xian nodded and smiled, "Quite a big show."

"No rush, let the bullets fly for a while," Tang Beng pouted with a mischievous smile. "Then we'll blind their dog eyes."

"Where's Sister Tiao? Is she still messing with the Soul divine scroll?" Wu Xian asked curiously.

"I feel like she's a bit obsessed," Tang Beng sighed inwardly. "She just entered the studio, what's the rush? Can't she take her time?"

As they spoke, more and more people came to watch the excitement, and the media and several local friendly businesses also began their Yin and Yang provocations.

"What is Tangs Vehicle doing? Bringing a broken truck to the exhibition?"

"Are they deliberately creating a topic?"

"To be fair, this method of attracting attention is quite effective; at least everyone has been drawn over."

"What's the point of just grabbing eyeballs? Without obtaining the agency for a big brand, who would recognize him?"

On Tang Zhenghong's side, several local friendly businesses also couldn't help but start with their Yin and Yang remarks, "Old Tang, good move, to have thought of such a tactic, brilliant ~ truly brilliant!"

"At an event like this, bringing a truck to the exhibition, does it mean your Tang Family can't produce new cars?" The head of the Pang Family took the opportunity to mock, "If not, you can borrow a few from us, can't you?"

"Everyone, don't be so hasty. There's a reason why my Tang Family is doing this." Tang Zhenghong looked confident.

The head of the Pang Family and the others secretly scoffed.

Several agents from big brands, however, had their interest piqued. One young talent among them, with a flicker in his eyes, said, "I heard that your Young Master has entered the mechanical scroll world. Could this heavy truck be your Young Master's work?"

"Something like that." Tang Zhenghong smiled faintly.

This was also what he and Wu Xian had discussed beforehand: Tang Beng would temporarily be at the forefront.

As soon as these words were spoken, the entire audience suddenly understood, and various media outlets immediately pointed their cameras at Tang Beng.

"Hmph ~ So, in the end, it's all just to build momentum for his own son?"

"I was wondering why this heavy truck looked so unfamiliar. So it's Young Master Tang Family's original model."

"But the heavy truck market is so small, what's the point of making a heavy truck?"

"The key is whether anyone is willing to pay for it? Who knows if Young Master Tang Family's heavy truck is any good."

"What good things can a rich second-generation make? Anyone who buys it is an idiot."

As the crowd discussed, a figure in tattered clothes with a disheveled beard and hair squeezed through the crowd. Upon seeing Wu Xian and optimus prime in the exhibition area, his eyes lit up.

That's right, it was the Brother Mo from before.

"Haha, my young friend didn't lie to me, it really is Tangs Vehicle!" Brother Mo excitedly rushed into the exhibition area. "Who's in charge? Is there a discount for the first order?"

The receptionist quickly stepped forward to greet him, "Hello, sir, the first car owner can enjoy a 30% discount."

"Thirty percent off? Not bad," Brother Mo nodded. "Here ~ swipe the card, I want the copy model, don't get it wrong."

Wu Xian watched from the side, his eyes wide.

You know, optimus prime's [copy] model had an initial price of 2 million!

Was Brother Mo that rich?

Crucially, the way Brother Mo looked, he really didn't seem like a rich person.

"Holy cow, someone actually placed an order? Is it a shill?"

"What the heck, a broken truck, initial price two million?"

"Who gave Young Master Tang Family the nerve?"

"If you're going to use a shill, at least find a professional one. What's wrong with this old man?"

"This Young Master Tang Family wouldn't actually think his original work is worth a lot, would he?"

At the same time, amidst a chorus of doubts, Tang Beng slowly walked to optimus prime's side, raising his hand to signal for silence.

"You all wouldn't really think this is just a heavy truck, would you?"

"Isn't it?"

Sarcastic remarks came from the crowd.

"Please open your eyes and see clearly," Tang Beng smiled slightly, his mind moving. "This scroll is named [optimus prime]!"

As his voice fell, the red and blue heavy truck behind him emitted a series of clicking sounds.

Then, in the dead silence of the entire venue, it rose from the ground and transformed into a cool mechanical warrior, five or six meters tall.

"Holy shit!"

Someone was the first to curse, and the entire exhibition hall erupted in a frenzy.

Cameras and flashlights from various media outlets clicked non-stop, crowding forward to interview.

The local car companies, led by the head of the Pang Family, were stunned on the spot. In contrast, Tang Zhenghong was already surrounded by representatives of major brands.

On this day, the name [optimus prime] was destined to ignite the entire vehicle industry.

Wu Xian, like a hero who had accomplished his mission and retreated, stepped aside. After exchanging a look with the Tang Family father and son on stage, he leisurely prepared to leave.

"Hey ~ young friend, don't go. When can you deliver this car?" Brother Mo chased after him.

"One week at most."

"That's great." Brother Mo was overjoyed.

"Speaking of which, is Brother Mo that rich?" Wu Xian was very curious. "Or do you usually dress like this just to experience life?"

The old man waved his hand dismissively, casually lit a cigarette, and said:

"Young friend, you're still young, you don't understand my carefree attitude. I have no wife, no children, I live wherever I go. This little money, it's just a drop in the bucket ~!"

Wu Xian silently gave Brother Mo a thumbs up.

He was truly a role model for our generation!