Building a Business Empire with my Technological System
Chapter 110: Unwavering Determination of a Rival

In Beijing China, at the CinkoSolar Holdings Headquarters.

"Sir…our hack failed," the hacker, a specialist hired by Wei for this very purpose, announced hesitantly.

Wei ran a hand over his face, the weight of the situation pressing down on him. The walls of his office, adorned with accolades and commendations, seemed to mock his current predicament.

"Failed? How could you possibly fail?" Wei's voice was low, simmering with frustration. "We're talking about a company in the Philippines, not some global tech giant with impenetrable defenses. Their infrastructure should be weak, vulnerable!"

The hacker shifted uncomfortably, aware of the gravity of his failure. "We underestimated their capabilities, sir. It appears that SolaraTech has significantly advanced their security measures. They've implemented multiple layers of defense that our initial analysis didn't account for."

Wei slammed his fist onto the desk, causing a decorative item to tremble slightly. "This is unacceptable. SolaraTech, a company led by a mere college student, thwarting our efforts? We are CinkoSolar Holdings, for heaven's sake! We should be light-years ahead in terms of technology and resources."

The room fell silent, the tension palpable. Wei's reputation for leading with an iron will and his ambition to dominate the solar energy market were well-known. Yet, this setback represented a direct challenge to his authority and plans for expansion.

"Wei… what should we do next?" the hacker finally broke the silence, his voice cautious.

"Hack their system goddamn it! I need to know the schematics of their solar panels."

"But sir doing it again—"

"I don't care! I paid you to do this job, and I expect results," Wei interjected sharply, cutting off any further objections. His eyes were cold, leaving no room for debate. "If you have to, replace a new angle of attack, exploit any minor vulnerability you overlooked before. Use everything at your disposal. We cannot afford to be outdone by SolaraTech."

The silent went silent, but Wei continued.

"Are you going to let some Filipino beat you in your own game? That would be very embarrassing for your reputation. Like I paid you hundred of thousand of dollars and this is what I'll hear? You failed to hack a Filipino IT infrastructure?" Wei scoffed.

The hacker's face flushed with a mixture of shame and renewed determination. He understood the weight of Wei's words, the challenge not just to his skills but to his pride as well.

"No, sir. I refuse to be outdone. I'll use every resource at our disposal. If there's a way in, we'll replace it."

Wei nodded, somewhat placated by the hacker's resolve. "Good. I want a report on any progress, no matter how minor, every hour. We're not just fighting for data; we're fighting for our position in the global market. SolaraTech's advancements could shift the balance, and I won't allow that. Make it your top priority."

As the hacker exited the room, he picked up his phone and called someone.

"Comrades…I need your help, meet me in my office," he said, his tone serious.

Within minutes, his team of hackers, each a specialist in different aspects of cyber warfare, assembled in his secure operations room. The room was a stark contrast to the opulence of Wei's office, filled with multiple screens, keyboards, and an array of blinking lights from the server racks that lined the walls. It was here that the battle for SolaraTech's secrets would be waged anew.

The hacker, now in command, began to outline the situation and their failed attempt. "SolaraTech has proven to be a tougher nut to crack than we anticipated. Their defenses are robust, layered, and they've managed to counter every move we've made so far. But failure is not an option. We need a new strategy, something they won't see coming."

The team leaned in, their focus intense. They understood the stakes were high, not just for CinkoSolar Holdings but for their reputations as top-tier hackers.

"We need to divide and conquer," one hacker suggested. "We should launch a series of smaller, more focused attacks. Distract their IT team with a barrage of minor breaches while we focus on penetrating their mainframe through a less guarded entry point."

Another hacker, an expert in social engineering, proposed, "Perhaps we can phish for credentials from one of their employees. Even the strongest systems have a human element that can be exploited."

The lead hacker nodded, considering each suggestion. "Both ideas have merit. We'll initiate a multipronged attack. Half of the team will work on the diversionary breaches, while the other half, including myself, will focus on obtaining employee credentials for a more direct approach."

He turned to a console and began typing commands, orchestrating the beginning of their renewed assault on SolaraTech. "Time is of the essence. Let's move quickly and efficiently. Remember, our goal is to obtain the schematics of their solar panels without detection. We can't afford any more setbacks."

***

Meanwhile, in the Philippines, SolaraTech Corporation Main Office.

Michael who just finished fending off the cyberattack from China returned to his office.

"How was it sir?" Juliet asked.

"Well…it was tough, but we have a general location of the hackers, they are in China," Michael said.

"China? So unfortunate," Juliet said.

"Explain," Michael said, flickering his gaze to her.

"Well first and foremost, we can't expect the Chinese Government to cooperate with us if the origin of the hack came from one of its companies. They are in the safe place and there is nothing we can do about it directly.

Our best course of action is to strengthen our defenses and ensure that any future attempts are met with even greater resistance," Juliet explained, showcasing her understanding of international cyber law and the complexities involved in such situations.

She added. "Though I might ask, why would someone from China hack into our systems?"

"I am thinking of competition," Michael responded, pacing the room thoughtfully. "Our solar panel technology has been making waves internationally, and it's possible that a rival company sees us as a threat to their market dominance. If they could steal our technology or even just disrupt our operations, it would give them a competitive edge."

Juliet nodded, understanding the implications. "That makes sense, sir. In that case, we should also consider enhancing our counterintelligence measures, not just our defensive cybersecurity. We need to be able to anticipate these attacks before they happen, identify potential threats more effectively, and take proactive steps to protect our intellectual property."

"Well, I think I'm going to be busy all day. I have to implement new software that will protect us against future hacking attempts," Michael continued, turning his attention back to the computer. "We'll need to update our encryption methods and possibly invest in more advanced intrusion detection systems."

Juliet agreed, "Shall I coordinate with the IT department to schedule these updates?"

As Juliet asked, the same employee who barged in and reported that there was an attack, arrived in his office with the same expression he wore earlier.

"Sir…they are attacking us again."

"Oh give me a break," Michael sighed, his frustration evident.