Shi Ran was once a street streamer no one paid attention to. When a mysterious full-immersion game swept across the globe, he unexpectedly acquired a hyperdimensional interface that let him manipulate public opinion, beginning his rise to success. Using the interface, he exchanged virtual currency for influence in the real world and created viral challenges, gradually stirring up the world of finance. But his actions attracted the attention of multinational conglomerates, which began investigating him in secret and plotting to sabotage his plans.
As the game progressed, the System warned that only three players remained in this round, and the winner would take control of the real world's trending-topic dominance. At this point, Shi Ran's lack of experience in manipulating public opinion became a weakness, while society's intense scrutiny of public discourse limited his options. Meanwhile, the public misunderstood his actions and he became caught in a storm of negative publicity.
Shi Ran had to contend with the conglomerates' secret sabotage while keeping his identity hidden. At the same time, he had to boost his influence within a limited time, break through the social hierarchy, and claim dominance over trending topics. Along the way, he met Liang Shu, who admired his talent and ambition, and the two fought side by side. But when forced to choose between personal gain and his principles, Shi Ran found himself torn. In the end, encouraged by Liang Shu, he stood by justice and defeated his rivals, claiming dominance over trending topics. Yet he still faced the challenge of winning back the public's trust. It was a victory steeped in bitterness.
