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Now that the promotional work for "Like a Flowing River" has come to a temporary end, the nationwide buzz has not yet dissipated, and the lead actors can finally catch their breath.

Suning's private jet landed in Zurich, then he transferred to a private helicopter, which eventually landed on the helipad of a quiet estate deep in the Alps.

This place feels like the end of the world, isolated from all others, with only snow-covered peaks, verdant pine forests, and a clear sky.

The estate is a typical Alpine style, with a wooden structure that feels warm and substantial.

Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows are continuous snow-capped peaks and tranquil lakes, like a timeless landscape painting.

"This place... is so beautiful." Liu Yifei stood by the window and couldn't help but exclaim.

There are no paparazzi, no fans, no endless announcements here, only a reassuring tranquility.

"I'm glad you like it." Su Ning stood behind her and draped a soft cashmere shawl over her shoulders.

Are there many women around you?

"It's alright! They're all my confidantes, just like you."

"Bah! Scumbag."

"Qianqian, do you like me?"

"Hmph! What do you think?"

"Hehe, then I'll take you on a tour of my luxurious bedroom."

"..." However, Liu Yifei did not refuse and was pulled into the bedroom by Su Ning.

Born in 1987, Liu Yifei is already 29 years old this year, which is naturally long past the age of dating and romance.

She may have already secretly dated quite a few boyfriends, after all, having grown up in the United States, she still has some of the openness of foreigners.

In addition, she has always been at the level of a celestial being, so she naturally has no shortage of suitors. In any case, Su Ning did not see any spoils of war.

For the next few days, they enjoyed a pure world for just the two of them, like any ordinary couple.

In the early morning, they had breakfast together by the warm fireplace, with the snowfield bathed in the golden morning sun outside the window.

In the afternoon, Suning will personally teach Liu Yifei how to ski.

On the deserted private ski slope, he patiently helped her, watching her gradually master the skills from clumsy to proficient, her face blossoming with a pure and happy smile like that of a young girl.

In the evening, they would watch old movies together in the manor's cinema, or sit side by side on the terrace under the stars, wrapped in the same thick blanket, drinking mulled wine, chatting about trivial matters, and sharing their past anecdotes and insights.

Here, Liu Yifei is no longer a star in the public eye; she is just an ordinary woman immersed in the atmosphere of love.

Suning, for the time being, has shed his identities as a business tycoon and a well-known director, and is now simply a considerate and humorous companion.

The strength, sensitivity, and gentleness that Su Ning displayed when she was alone with her were like warm spring water, gradually melting away the last barrier in her heart.

I remember it was a night when the stars were exceptionally bright.

The fire crackled in the fireplace, and the air was filled with the fresh scent of pine and a hint of alcohol.

They had just finished watching a romantic movie, and the atmosphere was subtle and ambiguous.

Liu Yifei turned her head and gazed at Su Ning's well-defined profile in the dim light, the emotions surging in her heart becoming uncontrollable.

“Suning…” she called softly, her voice slightly hoarse with a hint of intoxication and an unprecedented courage.

Su Ning turned around and met her eyes, which shone brightly in the darkness, clearly reflecting his figure and his undisguised affection.

Without saying a word, he reached out and gently stroked her cheek.

The warm touch on my fingertips became the final straw that broke my reason.

Liu Yifei leaned forward and kissed his lips.

This was a kiss that had been building up for a long time, a kiss that completely let go of herself, carrying a resolute meaning, surrendering all her admiration, dependence, and longing.

Su Ning was slightly taken aback, then responded to the kiss, her movements gradually becoming deeper and more intense.

After that night, everything changed.

"Suning, can I ask you a question?"

"what is the problem?"

"Which one is your girlfriend, Chen Xiaojun or Fan Lin?"

"Fan Lin was my first love! She was also my first publicly acknowledged girlfriend, while Chen Xiaojun was just my business partner."

"Hmph! Liar! If she were just your business partner, would you be so eager to promote her? Besides, the way she looks at you is definitely not simple."

"Qianqian, you're so smart! It seems I need to..."

"What do you want to do?"

"Hehe, of course I want to conquer you."

"Ah...you scoundrel..."

Liu Yifei, who already had a good impression of Suning, completely relaxed her tense nerves and let down all her guard in this extremely romantic and private environment.

They woke up in the morning light of the Alps, embracing each other and smiling; their relationship had undergone a qualitative change.

There was no grand declaration of love; everything unfolded naturally and without words.

“After we get back…” Liu Yifei leaned against him and whispered.

“I know,” Su Ning interrupted her, her fingers twirling a strand of her hair, “it’s a secret between us.”

They understood each other without saying a word.

Given their identities and circumstances, what kind of uproar would their public announcement of their relationship cause?

At this moment, all they want to do is protect this love that is quietly blossoming in the world of ice and snow.

"I'm sorry! I really can't go public with our relationship."

"It's okay! Anyway, I probably won't need to get married in my life."

"why?"

"Da Ning Capital is too huge! It involves too many aspects! If I asked you to sign a prenuptial agreement with me, would you agree?"

"This……"

During the rest of the holiday, they became even closer, like a normal couple, enjoying this stolen, secluded sweet time.

Until the end of their vacation, a private jet carried them away from this icy paradise and back to the hustle and bustle of reality.

Outside the airplane window, the Alps gradually receded into the distance, and Liu Yifei's hand was held tightly by Su Ning.

A secret affair began quietly, witnessed by the snow-capped mountains of Switzerland.

Ahead may lie even greater storms and more complex situations, but at least for now, they share each other and this unspoken understanding.

……

Thanks to the efforts of numerous artificial snow machines, light snow indeed fell at the film and television base.

"All troops, listen to my command!" Chen Xiaojun, clad in blood-stained silver armor and holding a white-shafted spear, stood on the makeshift command platform.

Her voice pierced through the wind and snow, hoarse from three days and three nights of fierce fighting, but her eyes shone brightly.

Below the stage, hundreds of extras dressed in Ming army armor and holding white-shafted spears stood solemnly, their breaths mingling into a continuous white cloud.

This is the final scene of "Qin Liangyu"—the bloody battle of Hunhe River.

Behind the monitor, Su Ning, who had just returned to China, sat side by side with director Kong Sheng, their eyes fixed on the screen.

The camera zooms in, giving Chen Xiaojun, dressed as a middle-aged woman, a close-up: her cheeks are covered with a mixture of blood, snow, and sweat, her hair is disheveled, but her eyes burn with an indomitable flame, as if she could truly travel from the late Ming Dynasty.

"Soldiers!" She raised her spear, her voice piercing the cold wind, "Our homes lie behind us! In this battle, there is no survival! Follow me—kill!" "Kill—!!!"

The roar shook the snow off the pine branches.

The clapperboard slammed shut...

"Card!"

Director Kong Sheng picked up the walkie-talkie, paused for three seconds, and then announced with a barely perceptible hint of excitement in his voice: "I hereby announce—the TV series 'Qin Liangyu' has been filmed for 158 days and is now complete! Filming wrapped!"

"Filming wrapped up—!"

After a brief silence, the entire set erupted in deafening cheers.

The staff hugged each other, and the extras excitedly tossed their helmets into the air.

Chen Xiaojun remained standing in the same spot, still holding the gun, as if she had not yet detached herself from Qin Liangyu's body.

A thick down jacket was gently draped over her shoulders.

Su Ning walked up to her without her noticing and whispered, "It's over, Xiaojun. You brought Qin Liangyu to life."

Chen Xiaojun slowly lowered the spear, turned to look at him, and her eyes instantly reddened.

All the hardships, pressures, pain, and glory of becoming one with the role over the past five months rushed to my mind at this moment.

She opened her mouth as if to say something, but in the end she just nodded vigorously.

That evening, the largest banquet hall in the film and television base was brightly lit and decorated, where the crew of "Qin Liangyu" held their wrap party.

Su Ning and director Kong Sheng stood at the head table and raised their glasses to give a speech.

"This glass of wine," Su Ning's voice echoed throughout the hall, "is the first toast to Qin Liangyu, a heroine in history, and to the countless loyal souls who sacrificed their lives for the country!"

"Secondly, I salute Director Kong Sheng for his ingenuity, which laid the most solid foundation for our film!"

"Thirdly," he said, his gaze sweeping across the room, "a toast to everyone here! From the lead actors to the extras, from the directing team to the production crew, it is your hard work over 158 days and nights that has brought 'Qin Liangyu' from script to reality! Thank you for your hard work!"

The entire audience stood up, and the sounds of clinking glasses, cheers, and laughter mingled together, creating a vibrant and exciting atmosphere.

Chen Xiaojun was undoubtedly the focus of the entire event.

At this moment, she changed into an elegant dark blue dress, shedding the fierce aura of the battlefield, and appeared gentle and radiant.

Holding a wine glass, she moved between tables, sincerely thanking each collaborator.

"Teacher Cao, thank you so much. I've learned so much from acting with you." She respectfully toasted Teacher Cao Cuifen, who played the elderly Qin Liangyu.

"Xiaojun! It's all thanks to your own hard work." Teacher Cao patted her hand affectionately, "You've surpassed your teacher."

"Teacher Cao, we've booked your schedule for another period drama, 'The Bizarre and the Wonderful.'"

"Haha, great! As long as the role is suitable, I will definitely take it."

"Teacher Cao, don't worry! You are absolutely perfect for the role. I'll have my assistant send you the script soon."

"it is good."

Then Chen Xiaojun walked up to the action director and said, "Director Sheng, thank you for those months of 'torture.' Now I can control the reins of a horse with one hand."

The action director laughed and said, "Haha, that's because you're really dedicated! Not many actresses can stick to my set of moves!"

Then the other actors also stepped forward, wanting to work closely with the "bizarre and wonderful" group.

Su Ning and Director Kong Sheng sat together, watching the lively scene.

“Suning, you need to speed up the post-production,” Director Kong Sheng said. “I have a feeling that this drama will surpass ‘Nirvana in Fire’.”

Suning nodded: "We can start building up the publicity campaign now. 'After Nihuang, we meet again with Valkyrie,' that's a good angle."

Then, looking at Chen Xiaojun, who was smiling and chatting not far away, he added, "She deserves all the praise."

"You have excellent taste! I still can't forget the New Year when you brought her to visit us. It was definitely the most amazing day of my life."

……

The banquet lasted until late at night.

As the crowd gradually dispersed, Chen Xiaojun went to the terrace for some fresh air and found Su Ning there as well.

"How are you feeling?" he asked.

"It's like fighting a long battle, and now... we've won." She looked at the lights in the distance and let out a long sigh. "But it's also like having a very real dream, and now that I'm awake, I feel a little reluctant to leave."

“The filming is over, but Qin Liangyu will always be with you,” Su Ning said meaningfully. “This is the medal of your acting career.”

Chen Xiaojun turned to look at him, her eyes reflecting starlight and lingering passion.

"Su Ning, thank you for giving me this opportunity." Su Ning raised a glass of wine that wasn't actually in her hand, everything was understood without words.

"Thank you for staying by my side! I feel really ashamed that you tolerated my infidelity."

"Hmph! As long as you know what you're doing."

"I'll visit your parents in your hometown later to give them a proper visit?"

"Forget it! If they find out I was fooled by a 'yellow-haired guy,' they'll be furious."

"Haha, I never thought I'd become a 'yellow-haired guy' too."

The story of "Qin Liangyu" has come to an end on screen, but its legend is waiting to be grandly unveiled on the big screen.

After the wrap party, Su Ning took Chen Xiaojun back to the mansion, and then they embraced each other tightly, showing their love for each other.

It's unclear when exactly Chen Xiaojun lost the ability to refuse Suning.

Whenever I'm with Suning, I always feel an indescribable sense of security and comfort.

An hour or two later, Chen Xiaojun lay in Su Ning's arms, who was smoking. "Su Ning, I heard you took Liu Yifei to Switzerland for vacation a while ago?"

"How did you know?" Su Ning, who had a cigarette in her mouth, asked in surprise.

"Hmph! If you don't want people to know, then don't do it in the first place. Do you really think I don't know what you're up to?"

"Hehe, amazing! As expected of my favorite woman."

"Would you marry Liu Yifei?"

"Impossible! Even if I were willing, her family wouldn't agree, and all she cares about is internationalization. She'll most likely end up marrying a foreigner."

"Hmph! Then why did you provoke them in the first place?"

"Tch! If I didn't react at all, wouldn't I be worse than an animal?"

"Scumbag! Utter scumbag! If I had known you were this kind of person, I would never have dared to run you over with my car."

"Xiaojun, will you marry me?"

"Ah? What did you say?"

"Xiaojun, will you marry me? Be my legitimate wife, Suning."

"You...you're kidding, okay?"

"I'm not kidding! They say behind every successful man is a woman who silently supports him. Would you be willing to do that?"

"What about Sister Lin?"

"Don't worry! I'll take care of everything! And with my current abilities, it's nothing."

...(End of chapter)