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Even before the official filming of "The Story of Minglan" began, Tiangong Auto had already obtained the coveted production qualification for gasoline-powered vehicles.

Tiangong Auto immediately launched the 'Royal Palace' project, which is the top-of-the-line RV that Suning gave to Chen Xiaojun.

Performance parameters are set to top-tier standards, with cost being the primary consideration.

Moreover, it adopts a hybrid system—the fuel engine is responsible for long-distance driving and power supply, while the pure electric mode is used for silent parking.

With a range of 1200 kilometers, intelligent temperature control throughout the vehicle, and a self-sustaining water and electricity system, it can support seven days of offline living...

The base model is priced at 588 million yuan, while the top-of-the-line model is priced at 888 million yuan.

This price is quite high, considering that the most expensive RV in China costs only around 300 million yuan.

So when the first "Royal Palace" top-of-the-line RV arrived in Hengdian and became Chen Xiaojun's personal vehicle, the entire entertainment industry was shaken.

The next day, the entertainment headline read: "The crew of 'The Story of Minglan' spotted with a multi-million dollar RV; Tiangong Auto is crossing over into the luxury car manufacturing industry!"

The accompanying photo shows Chen Xiaojun getting out of a motorhome, with the enormous silver-gray vehicle standing out prominently in the background.

The article provides a detailed breakdown of this car's specifications:

Hybrid system: 3.0T V6 engine + dual electric motors;
The entire vehicle features intelligent glass with adjustable light transmittance.
Three layers of sound insulation ensure that the noise level is below 40 decibels when parked.

Separate bedroom, separate wet and dry bathroom, kitchenette;

5G network, satellite TV, panoramic projection entertainment system;
Drone landing pad (small drones can take off and land on the roof of the vehicle);

The comment section exploded:
"This is a true mobile mansion!"

"Starting at 588 million? Excuse me..."

"It's said that the internal procurement price of this bizarre and extravagant product is over 400 million yuan. This configuration is definitely worth it."

"Are actors being treated this well these days?"

As the buzz grew, phone calls started coming in.

The first call came from Mr. Wang, the general manager of Huayi Brothers.

"Mr. Su, I saw your RV in the news. Do you still have any in stock?"

"Is Mr. Wang interested?" Su Ning was watching the filming playback. "Currently, there are only three prototype vehicles, all of which are being used by the 'The Story of Minglan' crew. Mass production will probably have to wait another two months."

“Reserve three for me, the top-of-the-line models.” Mr. Wang said decisively, “Several of our top-tier artists are working under extremely harsh conditions on set. These cars will make things much better.”

"Okay, I'll have the sales representative contact you."

I had just hung up when Emperor Entertainment called.

"Mr. Su, we are Emperor Entertainment Group. Mr. Yang would like to order two RVs for his artists..."

"Sure! Please register your needs and wait in line for delivery."

Next up are Wanda Pictures, Bona Film Group, Alibaba Pictures...

In half a day, Tiangong Auto received more than twenty inquiries.

That evening, while Su Ning and Chen Xiaojun were having dinner in the RV, Afu called to report.

"Boss, we received 28 inquiries today, 12 of which clearly indicated they wanted to place an order." Afu's voice remained completely calm. "From the film and television industry alone, we have 19 orders! Several real estate tycoons and internet moguls are also interested."

“As expected.” Su Ning said calmly, “This car was originally positioned as a top-of-the-line business and entertainment vehicle.”

Chen Xiaojun, who was listening nearby, interjected, "President Fu, I suggest you make several versions with different configurations. The needs of actors and bosses are different; bosses may need to focus more on business meeting functions."

“Mr. Chen is right!” Afu immediately wrote it down. “We’ll do market research right away and create a business version, an artist version, and a family version.”

……

Three days later, director Zhang Yimou visited the set of "The Story of Minglan" because he was Zhang Kaizhou's senior in school.

After visiting the filming location, Zhang Kaizhou showed him the "Royal Palace" vehicle.

Zhang Yimou walked around the car twice, went inside to experience it, and came out asking directly, "Can this car be customized?"

"Director Zhang is interested?" Su Ning happened to be present.

“I’m really interested,” Zhang Yimou said. “I often have to film in the wild for months at a time. Living in a tent is in poor condition, and staying in a hotel is too far away. This vehicle is much more convenient—I can sleep, take a shower, hold meetings, and it can also serve as a mobile command center.”

What special configuration do you need?

"I need to strengthen the power system, as I'll be carrying a lot of photography equipment. Also, the network needs to be able to stably transmit high-definition video footage. And, of course, the soundproofing must be excellent; I need absolute quiet while I'm working."

Suning asked his assistant to write it down: "These can all be customized. Do you want one?"

“Two cars, please.” Zhang Yimou readily agreed. “One for myself, and one for the film crew. Price is not an issue; the key is that they are fully functional.”

"Great! With Tiangong Auto's production capacity, we can deliver the cars very soon."

“Haha, awesome.”

Then Zhang Yimou's order made the news again.

This time, not only the entertainment section but also the financial section reported it: "Tiangong Auto has successfully crossed over into a new industry, receiving 40 orders for its top-of-the-line RV before even starting mass production!"

The article analyzes: "Tiangong Auto has successfully entered the high-end RV market by leveraging its technological accumulation in the new energy field. While the starting price of 588 million yuan may seem high, it offers excellent value for money for target customers such as those in the film and television industry and business professionals. The project is expected to achieve annual sales of 10 billion yuan."

A week after the public outcry began, an even bigger order came in.

Hengdian Film and Television Group approached them directly, wanting to purchase fifteen "Royal Palace" basic models as rental vehicles for high-end film crews.

During the negotiation, the Hengdian representative said, "Mr. Su, we've done the math. A top-of-the-line RV can be rented to a major film crew for 8000-10000 yuan per day. If it's rented out for 200 days a year, that's 160 million yuan. We can break even in three years, and everything after that is profit. Moreover, having this vehicle will attract more big productions to film in Hengdian."

Suning nodded: "We can cooperate. However, our production capacity is limited. We can only deliver five vehicles in the first batch, and the rest will have to wait until next year."

"No problem! Let's sign a contract for five vehicles first, and the deposit can be paid today."

At the same time, brokerage firms also began to take action.

Yang Tianzhen's company ordered three RVs at once. In an interview, she said, "Artists are the core asset of the company, and the filming environment directly affects their performance. A good RV can allow artists to rest better and be more focused on filming. This investment is worthwhile."

A-list celebrities have also placed orders.

Huang Xiaoming ordered a top-of-the-line model of a car through his agent, requesting that a private gym be installed.

Sun Li ordered a car, specifically requesting child safety facilities and an entertainment system, which she would use when taking her children to visit the set.

Wu Jing went even further, demanding the most hardcore off-road version, requesting enhanced chassis and off-road capability, intending to drive it to film exterior scenes for Wolf Warrior 3.

Orders are pouring in like snowflakes. Tiangong Auto's RV project has not yet officially started mass production, but the number of pre-orders has exceeded 80 vehicles, with an order amount of more than 5 million yuan.

Afu quickly picked up the phone again: "Boss, we have too many orders! Our production line isn't fully built yet, and we're under a lot of pressure to deliver."

"Deliver in batches, according to order sequence. We can also utilize the super factory," Suning instructed. "Prioritize orders from the film and television industry; they're like live advertisements. Also, quality control must be strict. If there are problems with the first batch of cars, our reputation will be ruined."

"Understood! We conduct a 72-hour full-system test on every car before it leaves the factory." Afu knew that the so-called super factory was the car manufacturing base in the space world.

……

One month later, the first batch of mass-produced vehicles began to be delivered.

Guangguai Luli Film Company was naturally the first to pick up the car.

At the handover ceremony, Chen Xiaojun, as the company representative, personally received the car keys from Afu.

The media captured this scene: Chen Xiaojun stood in front of the brand-new "Royal Palace", with a banner from the "The Story of Minglan" crew behind her.

The next day, the photo appeared in major media outlets with the caption: "Entertainment Queen Chen Xiaojun personally endorses Tiangong's top-of-the-line RVs, which are now being delivered."

The results were immediate—another batch of hesitant customers placed orders.

What surprised Suning even more was that the overseas market also began to respond.

A Hollywood production company contacted an intermediary to purchase two vehicles for filming in the United States.

Although the import procedures are complicated, they are willing to bear all the costs.

A wealthy man in Dubai saw the news and immediately sent an email inquiring about the possibility of customizing a gold version...

The requirements include gold plating on some exterior parts and crocodile leather for the interior.

"Should we accept these orders?" Afu asked for instructions.

“We’ll accept it, but the price will be 50% higher,” Suning said. “Overseas orders incur additional costs for transportation, certification, and after-sales service. The gold version in Dubai… is priced at 1888 million. If he really places an order, we’ll set up a production line specifically for him.”

"clear."

A week later, the Dubai tycoon actually placed the order and even paid a 50% deposit.

From then on, the "Royal Palace" became a huge hit.

What started as a thoughtful gift for his wife has become a blockbuster product with annual sales expected to exceed 20 billion yuan.

Su Ning, who is filming in Hengdian, sees his company's vehicles coming and going from the set every day...

Some belong to the film crew, some to the actors, and some to the bosses who came to visit the set.

Chen Xiaojun joked, "You're now upgrading the equipment for the entire film and television industry."

"Isn't that good?" Su Ning retorted. "If actors have better working conditions, they can produce better works. The overall level of the industry will improve, which will benefit everyone."

"It's good, but it's a bit extravagant."

“This is called industrial upgrading,” Su Ning said earnestly. “In the past, when we were filming, we were sweltering in the summer and freezing in the winter because of limited conditions. Now that we have the ability to improve, why not improve?”

The RV, which may seem like just a product, has actually changed some of the rules of the film and television industry.

Since then, top-tier actors have started including clauses in their contracts stipulating that "a 'royal palace' level RV will be provided during filming."

Big-budget film crews have also started using "equipped with top-notch mobile living facilities" as a selling point.

With this product, Tiangong Auto has successfully transformed from a new energy vehicle manufacturer into a high-end mobile lifestyle solutions provider.

And it all started that hot summer, with a husband showing concern for his wife.

……

The filming of "The Story of Minglan" has entered a critical stage, but Lin Yunxiao's emotions are obviously not right.

On set, she remained polite to Chen Xiaojun and professional to Su Ning, but there was always something hidden in her eyes.

When filming the scenes between Zhu Manniang and Gu Tingye, she was exceptionally dedicated to her performance, and her eyes even reddened after filming several scenes.

Suning noticed all these details; it was clear that he had put genuine emotion into it.

That afternoon, there were no scenes featuring Su Ning and Lin Yunxiao.

Chen Xiaojun and several young actors are filming a group scene in the inner courtyard of the Sheng family.

Suning sent Lin Yunxiao a text message: "Two hours later, room 1808 of the five-star hotel in Hengdian. Let's talk."

An hour later, Lin Yunxiao, wearing a hat and mask, appeared at the hotel room door. Her hand trembled slightly as she rang the doorbell.

The door opened, and Su Ning, dressed casually, stepped aside to let her in.

"Sit down." He gestured to the sofa.

The room is a business suite with a spacious living room.

A pot of tea, Lin Yunxiao's favorite Longjing, had already been brewed on the coffee table.

"What do you want?" Lin Yun smiled and took off his mask, trying to keep his tone calm.

"What do you think?" Su Ning poured her tea. "You haven't been in good shape lately while filming."

"What did I do wrong? The director said I acted well."

“Acting too well is a problem.” Su Ning looked at her. “Zhu Manniang’s love and hate for Gu Tingye is too real, so real that it doesn’t seem like acting.”

Lin Yunxiao fell silent, picked up the teacup, his hand trembling slightly.

"Is it because of the RV?" Su Ning asked directly.

Lin Yunxiao suddenly looked up: "What did you say?"

“You were upset after you saw the RV I prepared for Xiaojun that day,” Su Ning said calmly. “You were thinking, why does she have it, but you don’t?”

"I do not have……"

“You do,” Su Ning interrupted her. “And you’re right, I do treat her better than I treat you.”

These words were so direct that Lin Yun's eyes immediately welled up with tears.

She put down her teacup and turned her face away: "So what do you mean by telling me this now? Are you showing off?"

“It means that what I can give you is different from what she can give you.” Su Ning took out a folder from the side. “Take a look at this.”

Lin Yunxiao took the folder, opened it, and was stunned.

Inside was an equity transfer agreement, with Lin Yunxiao acquiring 0.5% of Tiangong Automobile's shares.

Based on the current market value, it is worth approximately 1.5 million yuan.

"What is this?" she asked, her voice trembling.

“These are for you,” Suning said. “These shares are held by me personally, and the transfer to you is perfectly legal. You will receive dividends every year, enough for you to live a decent life.”

Lin Yun smiled and stared at the document, remaining silent for a long time.

“I don’t want the money,” she finally said, pushing the folder back.

"Then what do you want?"

"I want..." Lin Yun smiled bitterly, "What do I want? Can you give it to me?"

The room fell silent.

Suning then took out a jewelry box, opened it, and inside was a diamond necklace with a ten-carat main diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds, which sparkled brilliantly under the light.

“This was purchased at Christie’s last month. It originally belonged to a European princess,” he said. “It suits you.”

Lin Yun smiled as she looked at the necklace, her expression complex: "Are you trying to win me over with money?"

“I’m telling you that you have value in my heart,” Su Ning said earnestly. “I can’t give you marriage, I can’t give you a title, but I can give you other things: wealth, resources, respect. As long as you want it, as long as I have it.”

Lin Yun smiled and picked up the necklace; the diamonds felt cool on her fingertips.

"Do you know what hurts me the most?" she said softly. "It's not that you didn't give me the RV, it's that when you gave it to her, you didn't think about me at all. If you had just said, 'Yunxiao, I'll get you one next time,' I would have felt much better."

"It's my fault," Su Ning admitted readily. "I've gotten used to giving all the good things to Xiaojun and forgot to consider your feelings."

These words actually made Lin Yun feel relieved; at least he hadn't lied to her or made excuses.

"What now?" she asked.

“I’ll make it up to you now,” Su Ning said. “Besides the shares and the necklace, I’ve also prepared something else for you.”

He walked to the bedroom door and pushed it open.

Lin Yunxiao walked over and saw that the bedroom bed was covered with rose petals, with an exquisite set of Song Dynasty clothing in the middle...

It's not a theatrical costume, but a high-end Hanfu replica based on a museum collection.

“This is…” she was stunned.

“I had the designer replicate Zhu Manniang’s costume,” Su Ning said. “It’s not the kind that the crew wears a few times and then throws away; it’s hand-embroidered silk that you can collect.”

Lin Yunxiao walked over and stroked the embroidery on the clothes. The stitches were fine and the patterns were exquisite.

“After filming ‘The Story of Minglan,’ if you still want to wear period dramas, I’ll invest in a female-centric drama, and you’ll star in it.” Su Ning stood behind her. “You can choose the script according to your preferences, use the best production team, and there’s no budget cap.”

Lin Yun turned around with a smile, her eyes already wet: "Why... are you suddenly being so nice to me?"

“It wasn’t sudden,” Su Ning said. “I’ve always remembered how good you were to me. It’s just that I didn’t have the ability before, but now that I do, it’s natural for me to make it up to you.”

He took her hand and said, "Yunxiao, we can't talk about what's going on between us. But in my heart, you've never been an outsider. Xiaojun is my wife, and you're my confidante. It's different, but both are very important."

These words struck a chord with Lin Yunxiao.

What she wanted was never to replace Chen Xiaojun; all she wanted was a clear and acknowledged level of importance.

“Help me put on the necklace,” she said.

Su Ning took the necklace and went around to her back.

When their fingers touched the skin on the back of her neck, both of them paused for a moment.

After fastening the necklace, Lin Yun smiled and walked to the mirror.

The diamonds sparkled between her collarbones, making her skin appear even whiter.

"Is it pretty?" she asked.

"You look good," Su Ning said, looking at her in the mirror, "but not as good-looking as you."

Lin Yun smiled; it was the first genuine smile he had given in months.

“I really don’t want the shares.” She turned around and said, “I have enough money. You can keep them, or give them to Xiaojun.”

"Xiaojun has her share, this is yours."

"Then... I'll keep it with you for now and take it when I need it," Lin Yun said with a smile. "If you give it to me now, I don't know what to do with it."

"Sure," Su Ning nodded. "You'll want that Hanfu and that movie, right?"

Lin Yun smiled and her eyes lit up. "After filming 'The Story of Ming Lan,' I was looking to change my career path, and a leading role in a drama would be a good opportunity."

“Okay! You choose the script, I'll invest the money.”

The atmosphere eased, and Lin Yunxiao sat down again to drink tea.

"Sometimes I think I'm stupid," she said self-deprecatingly. "Knowing it's impossible, I still always want more."

“People are greedy, that’s normal.” Su Ning sat down as well. “If you have any ideas in the future, just tell me directly, don’t keep them to yourself. I will definitely do my best to help you with what I can.”

"What about a motorhome?" Lin Yun asked with a half-joking smile. "I want one too."

“It’s already being made.” Su Ning took out his phone and showed her the design drawings. “This car is custom-made for you, the same size as Chen Xiaojun’s. The color is champagne gold, your favorite shade. It includes a professional dressing room and a walk-in closet, suitable for your daily work and travel.”

Lin Yun smiled as he looked at the design drawings, and the knot in his heart completely disappeared.

"When will it be better?"

"Delivery will be made in two months," Suning said. "It will be delivered directly to your home then."

"Thank you," Lin Yun said softly with a smile.

"You're welcome, you deserve it."

Then Su Ning picked up Li Yunxiao and carried her to the bedroom of the suite, and then...

Two or three hours later, Li Yunxiao embraced Su Ning with satisfaction.

The two chatted about the play for a while, and then about their future plans.

When Lin Yun mentioned wanting to set up his own studio, Suning immediately offered to invest.

She said she wanted to try the role of a producer, and Suning said he would let her be the co-producer of the next film.

He gave her everything she wanted.

Finally, Lin Yun smiled reluctantly as he got up, dressed, and said, "I should go back now; I have a performance this afternoon."

"I send you."

"No need, it wouldn't be good if someone saw me." Lin Yun smiled and put on her mask. "I'll walk by myself."

As she reached the door, she suddenly turned back: "Su Ning, were all the things you said today sincere?"

“It’s all from the bottom of my heart,” Su Ning said earnestly. “I may not be able to give you what you want most, but I will give you the best I can.”

Lin Yun smiled and nodded, then opened the door and left.

The room quieted down, leaving only the scent of roses.

Su Ning stood shirtless by the window, watching Lin Yunxiao's hurried departure from the hotel, and breathed a sigh of relief.

Only if this matter is handled properly can the subsequent filming proceed smoothly.

He is not a saint and cannot have the best of both worlds, but at least he can ensure that neither woman is wronged.

Chen Xiaojun has her RV, and Lin Yunxiao has her necklace and promises.

Everyone is content with their place and at peace with themselves; that's enough.

As for himself...

Suning poured himself a cup of tea and slowly drank it.

In the adult world, there are no simple right or wrong answers, only constant weighing and choices.

He chose Chen Xiaojun as his wife and Lin Yunxiao as his confidante, so he must bear the corresponding responsibilities and consequences.

Fortunately, he is now capable of taking on the responsibility.

The teacup was set down, making a crisp sound.

Filming for "The Story of Minglan" will continue.

...(End of chapter)