Outside the gates of Starlight Amusement Park, a square-faced, robust young man approached.
He held up a phone, aiming it at himself and the Starlight Amusement Park behind him.
"What's up, guys? Long time no see! Hope you missed me!"
"A couple days ago, I saw on Yelp that an amusement park in Riverdale was about to launch a new roller coaster. After waiting for two days, it’s finally open to the public!"
"Old fans, shout out my nickname – Coaster Killer!"
The live-streaming platform on his phone was none other than Tik Tok, the hottest app around!
A stream of comments flooded the square-faced youth's live stream.
"No way, it’s the Coaster Killer back after a month!"
"This guy's hardcore. I once watched him take on the Jungle Dragon roller coaster. He didn’t even flinch, didn't blink once!"
"Noob question: why is he called the Coaster Killer?"
Seeing that some new viewers were unclear about his content, the square-faced youth found a corner and slowly explained his story before the park opened.
"Two years ago, I was a pilot trainee, studying at the flight academy. I had excellent grades, and I was definitely on track to become a pilot!"
Ethan's eyes narrowed slightly, and the corners of his mouth turned up, obviously proud of what happened.
"Liar! If you were that good, wouldn't you be a pilot? What are you doing here streaming?"
Seeing this comment, Ethan's smug expression faded. He lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and amidst the swirling smoke, his bright eyes gradually dimmed, and he looked dejected.
"Wasn't it because something happened at home? My mom got seriously ill and is now paralyzed in bed, needing someone to take care of her. Besides me, she doesn't have any reliable relatives or friends. What else could I do but watch her wither away in bed?" Ethan forced a smile and said softly, "Sometimes, you have to give up either dreams or reality, right?"
"Tears..."
"Keep it up!"
"I don't have much money, but I'll send a plane as a little token of my support!"
Those watching the live stream couldn't help but feel sorry for Ethan.
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"Let's not talk about these unhappy things; it's all in the past anyway." Ethan smiled and continued.
After leaving the pilot academy, Ethan began to take care of his mother's daily life.
In his spare time, he would start a live stream to earn some money to supplement the household income.
Fortunately, Ethan had a successful run in the streaming industry and gained a solid fan base.
His content was relatively unique.
Relying on the physical fitness and mental resilience he developed in the pilot academy, Ethan started the emotionless challenge series!
For example, bungee jumping with a straight face, riding roller coasters without a flicker of emotion!
This unique live-streaming content was very popular among fans who were afraid to try various thrilling rides!
So far, no roller coaster has been able to make Ethan frown.
That's how he earned the title of Coaster Killer!
"Attention, everyone! It's 8 AM, and Starlight Amusement Park is officially open! We're open until 6 PM. The attractions currently open are the Death Shack and the Hyper Velocity Coaster. We hope you have a wonderful time!"
Dozens of visitors who had been waiting outside Starlight Amusement Park rushed toward the entrance after hearing the announcement.
Ethan dusted off his clothes and strode into Starlight Amusement Park, heading straight for the Hyper Velocity Coaster.
Since most of the visitors were drawn by the Death Shack, there weren't many people in front of the Hyper Velocity Coaster. Ethan easily got a spot on the ride.
"Attention, everyone! Before you get on the roller coaster, I have two announcements to make."
Jake stood in front of the crowd, holding a stack of liability waivers he had prepared in advance.
"First, due to the Hyper Velocity Coaster's extreme speed, it may put some stress on your bodies. Please sign this liability waiver and prepare yourselves mentally!"
"Second, the amusement park is running a promotion! Anyone who can ride the Hyper Velocity Coaster and remain standing upright for one minute afterward will receive a $10,000 cash prize!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the eyes of the people in line lit up.
"Are you serious, boss?"
"Holy crap, is this for real? Someone's giving away free money?"
"Someone slap me! I feel like I'm dreaming!"
These visitors had mostly ridden roller coasters in other parks, so they were confident!
Standing upright for one minute after getting off a roller coaster? As long as you have legs, right?
Ethan was stunned for a moment, then he pumped his fist in excitement and laughed.
What a stroke of luck!
That's ten grand!
If he got it, he could buy some supplements for his mother and get himself a new pair of shoes. The ones he was wearing, bought for $20 from a street stall, were almost falling apart!
In that instant, he had already planned how to use the $10,000, from medicine and supplements to basic necessities like cooking oil, salt, soy sauce, and vinegar, all of it was accounted for.
As for failing the challenge?
Sorry, but it wasn't going to happen, not to him.
The viewers in his live stream thought the same thing!
"The amusement park owner is up to no good. There must be something weird about that roller coaster that will make it impossible to win. But he doesn't know that the host is not to be underestimated!"
"Haha, if the host gets ten grand, he should send us some red envelopes as fan service! Not much, just $100 each to treat us to a meal!"
"I can't wait to see the owner's face fall!"
"+1, hope we get a fast forward to the owner looking like a clown!"
"This is the owner handing out a free kill!"
Ethan happily signed the liability waiver and confidently sat in the front row of the roller coaster.
The remaining seats quickly filled up with other visitors who had heard the news.
The Hyper Velocity Coaster was fully loaded on its first official run!
