Li Daoxuan carried a large cardboard box into his bedroom and placed it carefully on the floor.
The label printed on its surface read: Ningyang Toy Company.
He crouched down, opened the lid, and revealed a chaotic assortment of colorful miniature toys piled inside.
At first glance, they looked no different from ordinary toy products found anywhere. However, one crucial detail immediately set them apart.
Their size.
They were extraordinarily small.
Most toy companies produced models at scales such as 1:100 or 1:144, sizes small enough to be considered miniatures, yet still large enough to appreciate comfortably. The toys from Ningyang Toy Company, however, were produced at astonishing scales of 1:200 and even 1:400.
They were absurdly tiny.
The 1:400 models were so minuscule that Li Daoxuan quickly dismissed them as impractical. They were simply too small to serve any meaningful purpose.
The 1:200 models, however, immediately captured his attention.
Inside the box were 1:200 scale airplanes, buses, high-speed trains, and ships, each crafted with surprising detail despite their tiny size.
These toys felt as though they had been custom-made specifically for the miniature people inside his diorama.
Unfortunately, there was one fatal flaw.
They were nothing more than plastic shells.
They had no internal mechanisms, no motors, no power systems. They could not move on their own.
To Li Daoxuan, motionless toys were useless.
Earlier that morning, he had already added the company representative as a contact on WeChat. He picked up his phone, opened the app, and sent a message.
"I've received the samples. Your company's toys are certainly very small."
The reply came quickly.
The contact's username was "A Bucket of Pudding."
"Of course," the person replied proudly. "Our company specializes in miniature toys. We've spent many years developing this niche market. That's why, after seeing your Miniature World Diaries, I immediately realized you're the perfect TikTok creator to partner with. Your content and our products complement each other perfectly. This is a win-win opportunity."
"Win-win my ass," Li Daoxuan replied bluntly. "Didn't you notice that my Miniature World Diaries are set in ancient villages? If you send me modern vehicles, how am I supposed to incorporate them into my videos?"
The other side paused before replying.
"Well… you could always film modern miniature scenes."
Li Daoxuan immediately rejected the suggestion.
"No. I only film ancient miniature worlds. Modern settings are boring."
He continued typing, explaining his reasoning clearly.
"Do you know how many TikTok creators already use tilt-shift photography to film modern scenes? Their videos rarely gain popularity. That's because modern environments are familiar to everyone. No matter how clever the camera technique is, viewers lose interest quickly."
He paused briefly, then added:
"My miniature world is different. It's set in ancient times. The production is massive. The actors wear historical clothing. The environment is an authentic ancient village. That's what captures people's imagination."
This explanation clearly gave the representative something to think about.
"So what are you suggesting?" A Bucket of Pudding asked.
Li Daoxuan responded without hesitation.
"Create ancient-style miniature toys for me. For example, houses at a 1:200 scale. They don't need full interiors. Also castles, pavilions, courtyards, gardens, and other ancient architectural structures."
There was a noticeable pause before the reply arrived.
"If we do that, we would need to develop entirely new molds. The production costs would be significant."
Li Daoxuan leaned back in his chair and typed calmly.
"It's better to invest in products that will sell than continue producing generic items that won't. The long-term profits will outweigh the initial mold costs. Don't you agree?"
The representative hesitated before responding.
"I'll need to discuss this with our product development department."
"Take your time," Li Daoxuan replied. "There's no rush. For now, I'll add your existing products to my product links and see how they perform. But I can't guarantee strong sales."
The representative immediately became enthusiastic.
"That would be great. Let's test the market first and evaluate the results."
Li Daoxuan closed WeChat and turned his attention back to his computer.
He browsed through his video archive and selected a clip showing two blacksmiths forging armor plates. After editing the footage, he added a caption:
"Another peaceful day begins in the Miniature World. Two diligent blacksmiths are hard at work forging armor."
He uploaded the video and casually attached product links for the 1:200 airplanes, ships, and high-speed trains.
His account, Miniature World Diaries, had already gained considerable momentum. As expected, the video quickly attracted attention, and comments began pouring in.
"This blacksmith workshop looks incredibly realistic."
"The fire is actually burning. That's insane."
"Where did they find these actors? They look like real blacksmiths."
"They probably are real blacksmiths. Look at their techniques. That furnace looks ancient and authentic."
"Why not use an electric furnace? Modern furnaces melt metal much faster."
"No. The ancient aesthetic is exactly what makes this special."
Amid the lively discussion, a few products from the attached links actually sold.
However, the results were disappointing.
Tiny airplanes and trains were common products. There was nothing unique enough to compel viewers to purchase them.
Li Daoxuan stared at the screen thoughtfully.
Suddenly, an idea formed in his mind.
He picked up one of the miniature buses and carefully placed it inside the diorama box.
Then, using his finger, he gently pushed the bus forward, making it roll toward the blacksmith workshop.
Inside the miniature world, the villagers saw something astonishing.
A strange vehicle suddenly descended from the heavens and moved through Gao Family Village.
They could not see Li Daoxuan's hand.
They only saw the bus moving on its own.
At first, they were stunned.
But their shock quickly gave way to understanding.
This was clearly another divine artifact bestowed by Tianzun.
There was nothing to fear.
Tianzun would never harm them.
Villagers gathered around the bus, pointing and whispering excitedly.
Soon, Gao Yiye arrived. Her expression was serious and respectful as she addressed the villagers.
"Tianzun commands everyone to board this divine vehicle and experience it."
Without hesitation, she stepped inside first.
Gao Chuwu immediately followed, his face filled with excitement. Zheng Daniu, Li Da, Gao Yiyi, and others quickly climbed aboard as well.
Once they were seated, Li Daoxuan gently pushed the bus again, guiding it through the village.
Inside the vehicle, laughter erupted.
"This divine vehicle is incredible," Gao Yiye exclaimed.
"I've never ridden in a carriage before," Gao Chuwu said. "This must be similar."
The villagers laughed and chatted happily as the bus completed its circuit.
When the ride ended, they stepped out reluctantly, watching as Tianzun retrieved the divine vehicle back into the heavens.
Their hearts were filled with lingering excitement.
Outside the box, Li Daoxuan picked up the bus and reviewed the footage recorded by the surveillance camera.
He burst into laughter.
Just as he expected, his massive hand was clearly visible pushing the tiny bus.
The result was hilarious.
A giant hand pushing a bus filled with miniature ancient villagers through an ancient settlement created a surreal and amusing contrast.
This time, inspiration came easily.
He quickly edited the footage and uploaded it with a caption:
"The deity grants a bus to the ancient miniature villagers, allowing them to experience movement for the first time."
The video had only just been posted.
Yet within moments—
It exploded in popularity.