Counterattack starts with controlling probability

This time, it was very rare that Li Hao's doctoral supervisor came to the dormitory to discuss the writing details of the thesis with him in person. It can be seen that Professor Hall attached great importance to this topic.

The computer screen emitted a faint light, showing the capital flow and market fluctuation curve of the Abyss Project.

Li Hao sat on the chair, his eyes focused and sharp, his fingers tapping quickly on the keyboard, restoring the key nodes of the entire crisis one by one.

"Teacher, we have to start from the very core." Li Hao said, a hint of contemplation in his tone. "How does the Abyss Project work? What are the loopholes in their operating model?"

Professor Hall nodded, leaning on another table with his hands crossed. His face showed a little fatigue, but still full of thinking.

"The core of this crisis is that they created a precise sense of panic in the market through capital manipulation and information dissemination. This is a psychological tactic. They not only understand the rules of the market, but also know how to exploit human nature."

Li Hao tapped on the keyboard, freezing the image on a cash flow chart.

"They rely on high-frequency feedback from the market," he said, pointing to a set of curves on a chart. "They use the speed of data flow to form a rapid chain of capital mobilization. At each node, they create subtle panic, gradually amplifying market sentiment."

Professor Hall added: "This is a classic example of the butterfly effect. Their manipulations don't just target individual stocks; rather, through systematic operations, they are driving the entire market into a state of turmoil. High-frequency trading and information manipulation are their weapons."

"The key lies in the precision of these capital flows," Li Hao continued. "Their operations aren't just simple short selling. They're creating panic signals, triggering a chain reaction in the market, causing retail investors and institutions to follow suit and sell, further amplifying market volatility."

Li Hao switched the screen to a report analyzing market rules. He tapped a few lines of text with his finger. "That's the problem—the exchange's matching mechanism and lags in regulation provide them with an opportunity to exploit. The market rules are too rigid, allowing them to easily manipulate capital flows by exploiting time differences."

Professor Hall sighed. "More importantly, market sentiment is reacting irrationally. Most investors, especially retail investors, have become disorganized in the panic, like sheep herded into a cage. They'll run in the direction of anyone's loud shout."

"This is exactly the basis of their strategy," Li Hao nodded. "They manipulate small amounts of capital to create huge market fluctuations, using psychological effects to trigger large-scale irrational sell-offs, and ultimately reap the rewards of undervalued assets."

"Therefore, our counterattack must be tit-for-tat." Li Hao quickly switched to another file, and the design principle of the virtual funding pool was displayed on the screen.

"The virtual pool of funds is the key to this counterattack," he said. "We forged a perfect market signal network and used high-frequency data simulation to make them think that funds were flowing in a specific direction."

Professor Hall smiled and nodded. "This is a counter-manipulation tactic, using false signals to disrupt their funding chain. This is not only a technological innovation, but also a psychological countermeasure."

Li Hao added: "But more important is the reversal of market sentiment. By restoring bullish momentum, we have pulled the market back from panic to normal track. When retail investors and institutions see prices recover, their confidence will also quickly recover."

On the screen, a chart showing a broken capital chain stood out.

Li Hao explained: “The forced liquidation mechanism was our breakthrough. By exposing their highly leveraged positions to price fluctuations, we successfully triggered a series of chain reactions.”

Professor Hall nodded deeply. "This is a domino effect. Once their funding chain begins to collapse, the entire operating system will collapse like a castle on the beach."

"Most importantly, this isn't just a technical victory," Li Hao said with a slight smile. "It's also a restoration of market confidence. When bullish forces return, the market's recovery becomes unstoppable."

At this point in the discussion, the two had already formed a clear idea.

Professor Hall spoke first: "We need to compile these core findings into a paper that will not only summarize the failure of Project Abyss, but also explore the optimization of capital market rules."

"There's also the influence of psychological factors," Li Hao continued. "This crisis has made me realize that market sentiment is the most difficult variable to control. Whether it's their manipulation or our counterattack, it ultimately depends on changes in investor sentiment."

The two quickly finalized the framework of the paper.

A few weeks later, the paper entitled "Game Theory and Order Reconstruction in Capital Market Crisis: A Case Study of Project Abyss" was published in a world-renowned management and finance journal, immediately attracting widespread attention in the academic community.

Professor Hall's reputation was thus elevated to a new level, and Li Hao also officially emerged in the international academic circle with this paper.

Standing on the lawn in Berkeley, Li Hao looked at the Golden Gate Bridge in the distance, but he did not relax because of his victory.

He said softly, "The market storm will not stop, and there will always be people trying to exploit loopholes in the rules. Our responsibility is to prepare for the future."

The wind blew across his cheeks, bringing a hint of coolness and also heralding endless possibilities.

……

Although Liu Xia did not directly participate in the capital game caused by the Abyss Project, as a bystander and supporter, she and Li Hao experienced the entire crisis side by side.

This was the first time for her to witness the turbulent undercurrents of the capital market and the fierce collision of wisdom and strategy in the financial field at such close range.

When the market fluctuations entered the most intense stage, Liu Xia stayed by Li Hao's side.

During the video conference, Xu Lei, Professor Hall, and Li Hao continued to discuss the design details of the virtual funding pool, while she sat quietly by the side, carefully recording their every discussion.

"Will the virtual signals of these funding pools be discovered?" she couldn't help but ask.

Li Hao responded calmly but confidently: "As long as we control the rhythm of data simulation and fabricate signals according to market logic, we won't be detected. The key is that we must use their rules to counter them."

She watched Li Hao giving orders in front of the screen and felt his calmness and decisiveness as a top player in the capital market.

At that moment, she realized that the capital market is not just a game of numbers and curves, but also a contest of wisdom and psychology.

During the crisis, she not only helped Li Hao organize data and reports, but also continued to collect the latest market intelligence through her own connections, providing important information support for the counterattack plan.

Although these tasks seemed trivial, she felt that this was the first time she had truly integrated into this complex world of capital.

As the market began to calm down, Liu Xia and Li Hao stood on the Berkeley lawn, looking at the distant skyline with mixed feelings.

She looked at Li Hao's profile and said softly, "You know what? I never thought the capital market would be such a place. Behind every fluctuating number, there are so many games and calculations."

Li Hao smiled faintly: "This is just the tip of the iceberg. The nature of capital is like this. It amplifies human nature. It can achieve great things, but it can also bring destruction."

Liu Xia nodded, a look of determination in her eyes. "I think my previous understanding of the capital market was too superficial. I only saw it as a tool for managing resources and expanding markets. But this experience has made me realize that capital is a double-edged sword. Only by understanding its complexity can we better control it."

After this crisis, Liu Xia's changes are not only reflected in her understanding of the capital market, but also in her personal way of thinking and attitude towards things.

She was no longer satisfied with doing "peripheral work" such as marketing and operations management, but began to actively study data and strategies.

She found Li Hao and said, "Brother Hao, I feel I need to learn more. Especially data analysis and capital operation. This knowledge is not only important to the company, but also helpful to my personal growth."

Li Hao looked at her with a gratified smile. "This crisis may be the best lesson for you. The capital market does require rationality and technology, but the most important thing is to maintain your original intention. You have talent and even better judgment. This crisis is just the beginning. You will do better in the future."

Liu Xia gradually felt that the distance between her and Li Hao was getting closer, not only emotionally but also ideologically.

She no longer just stood behind him to support him, but gradually stood beside him and walked side by side with him.

"Li Hao," she whispered one night, looking at the data on the computer screen, "If we face bigger storms together in the future, I think I can truly participate, rather than just being a bystander."

Li Hao turned his head to look at her and nodded: "You are already a member of the team, Liu Xia. As long as you are willing, I believe you can do more."

After the crisis was resolved, Liu Xia gradually relaxed. After experiencing this capital storm with Li Hao, she felt that she had learned a lot and had more expectations for the future.

During this period, she communicated more frequently with her father Liu Fei.

Although she is far away in the United States and there is a time difference halfway around the world, every video call always makes her laugh.

One morning, Liu Xia had just turned on her computer when she saw an email from her father, Liu Fei. The title was so eye-catching that it made her scalp tingle:

"What's going on between you and Li Hao?"

She clicked on the email and saw the content was short and direct: "Girl, your mother recently asked me if there has been any progress between you and Li Hao.

Although I support you in focusing on your career, you can’t just put off relationship matters!

While you are young, you should take action when the time is right.

Don't wait until Li Hao has other suitors around him, it will be too late to regret.

Tell me, where are you guys at now?"

Liu Xia looked at the email and her face turned red.

She scratched her head in frustration and muttered to herself, "Dad, can't you be a little more subtle in your concern? What's the point of asking directly about the progress?"

She quickly typed a reply: "Dad, Li Hao and I are mainly busy with studies and work right now, so we haven't thought about it too much for now. Can you please stop urging us to get married? Besides, Li Hao knows how 'warm' our family is, and you'll scare him!"

Unexpectedly, Liu Fei called me just after I sent the email.