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"Your Majesty, Duripisu called. Something has happened to Mr. Jiang."

The Thai princess reported to King Rama X.

King Rama X's expression instantly turned serious. "Is Mr. Jiang alright?"

His first thought was that Mr. Jiang had had a safety accident.

Such an accident is absolutely unacceptable to happen in Bangkok.

Mr. Jiang was surrounded by police officers from the Bangkok Metropolitan Police Department and his own security personnel, making it extremely difficult to harm him.

"Your Majesty, Mr. Jiang is well and has gone to Siam Paradise with Duri Pisu." The princess reported truthfully, "Mr. Jiang also went to Siam Paradise with a large number of armed forces."

King Rama X breathed a sigh of relief.

Compared to Mr. Jiang's personal safety, his use of SSG armed forces is not that important.

As long as the security tasks are carried out legally and in compliance with regulations, that's fine.

"What happened at Siam Paradise?"

King Rama X asked another question.

Ordinary social events do not require the royal family to personally intervene and urge government departments to resolve them.

"A South Korean film crew angered the Chinese."

The princess shared all the information she had gathered.

Director Na Hong-jin's film contains serious insults.

After listening, King Rama X frowned and asked, "Is that South Korean film project a thriller co-produced with Thailand?"

“Yes, Your Majesty, it is a film co-produced by our two countries. Our royal family’s entertainment industry also has an investment, with the main investor being South Korea’s Lotte Group.” The Thai princess analyzed the stakes, “Because this project is led by the South Korean side, we were not directly involved in the filming details.”

We also bear some responsibility for what happened, and I just hope Mr. Jiang won't be angry about it.

"Your Majesty, what are your instructions?"

King Rama X said directly, "Let the Bangkok Metropolitan Government handle this."

We would like to remind Duri Phisoo that the main purpose of deploying police and armed forces is to protect pedestrian safety and orderly evacuate tourists.

The princess understood.

The royal family will definitely not win the top prize. Even if Jiang Beicheng doesn't intervene, they will still show some attitude once they find out about this.

Since Jiangbei City has already mobilized its armed forces, they will turn a blind eye and just ensure the safety of the tourists.

Perhaps Mr. Jiang's deployment of a large security force in downtown Bangkok was also an attempt to gauge the royal family's attitude and determine whether long-term, in-depth cooperation was worthwhile.

Furthermore, the royal family does not get involved in the conflicts between the Shin family of Lotte Group and the Gang family of Dongdae, nor in the frictions between the South Korean authorities and Dongdae.

Let the two parties involved resolve it themselves.

Who wins and who loses depends on their own strength.

King Rama X's attitude represents the most rational diplomatic approach a head of state can take.

As the princess was preparing to proceed, King Rama X pressed her for details, asking, "What's the situation with the Xie family?"

Siam Paradise is, after all, a property owned by the Xie family.

The Xie family is also the richest family in Thailand.

The ideal relationship between the royal family and the Xie family would undoubtedly be a harmonious, amicable, mutually beneficial, and win-win one.

Judging from Mr. Jiang's actions, Siam Paradise will probably have to suspend operations.

If the Xie family calls the royal family to inquire about the situation, the royal family cannot pretend to be deaf and dumb; they must give the Xie family an answer.

The princess stated frankly, "Mr. Jiang has already spoken with Xie Jiren beforehand."

Xie Jiren decided to cooperate closely with Mr. Jiang, and Mr. Jiang promised to make up for the Xie family's losses.

The management at Siam Paradise is already making arrangements.

King Rama X nodded.

Mr. Jiang was thoughtful in his actions and did not put the royal family in a difficult position.

……

"Director, we've just received news that the shopping mall is preparing to suspend operations."

The production assistant from the Korean film crew came over to talk to Na Hong-jin.

Luo Hongzhen looked puzzled.

"Closed down?"

He thought the news was outrageous; Siam Paradise, a landmark in Bangkok, was closing down just like that.

What about the consumers of these tourists?
Does the shopping mall no longer want to make money?
"We can confirm that the information is true." The executive continued, "The mall has already notified tourists to evacuate, and I saw many police cars on my way back."

It's estimated that they're preparing to evacuate the tourists.

Luo Hongzhen: "Why do I feel like this is some kind of acting?"

Stagehand: "I don't know."

Did the shopping mall notify our film crew to leave the set?

"no!"

Luo Hongzhen waved his hand and said, "Then let's just treat it as a fire drill."

Just tell our film crew's security personnel to be on their toes.

"Ah."

The stagehand nodded, preparing to make arrangements according to Luo Hongzhen's requirements.

I saw those Chinese tourists who had just been detained by the police being released.

"Director, is this your intention?"

Luo Hongzhen looked over as well, "I never proposed a settlement."

This matter should be mediated at the police station after filming is finished.

Why are they releasing them now?

“Sir, I need an explanation. Your enforcement methods are wrong.” Luo Hongzhen went to communicate with the police officers on duty at the scene.

"Excuse me, we are currently on official business."

The word "official business" carries a strong tone, clearly indicating that it was not official business involving helping the film crew maintain order.

"What official business?" Luo Hongzhen pressed.

"Orderly evacuation of the public and tourists."

What are you doing here?

"This is the order I received. I'm sorry, Director, please do not obstruct us from carrying out our duties."

The police officer's attitude changed completely.

They were just helping them maintain order at the scene, but now they're completely ignoring them.

Luo Hongzhen realized that these police officers must have received orders from higher authorities.

He just couldn't understand what was going on at Siam World.
"Speed ​​up the filming schedule and avoid any accidents." Luo Hongzhen returned to the sunshade of the film crew, picked up his pager, and mobilized the entire crew to advance the filming progress.

I was a little apprehensive.

However, I didn't think about Yang Mi and Wong Kar-wai.

They couldn't have made such a big commotion in Bangkok.

……

"Director Wang, the mall has informed us to evacuate first, and they will arrange a venue and time for us later."

Wong Kar-wai was preparing to film when the production assistant came to inform him.

Wong Kar-wai looked at Yang Mi.

The two exchanged a glance and guessed the same thing.

"What's the situation inside the mall right now?" Wong Kar-wai asked.

"We are evacuating tourists. We have been informed that the business is temporarily closed, but the reason is unknown," the manager said.

"Siam Paradise is owned by the Xie family, the richest family in Thailand. Does President Jiang have any connection with Xie Guomin and his son?" Wong Kar-wai asked Yang Mi.

Yang Mi said uncertainly, "There should be, as the CP Group has many businesses in the country."

It is not surprising that he has a good relationship with President Jiang.

What does Director Wang mean?

Wong Kar-wai nodded: "If you just mentioned the incident of the insults from the Luo Hongzhen film crew to President Jiang."

It all made sense.

The Xie family is giving Jiang a lot of face.

Were the South Korean film crew expelled?

"No, they're still filming," the production assistant said.

Wong Kar-wai's year-long doubts simply don't make sense.

The closure of businesses and the evacuation of people may be to avoid mass conflict.

After all, Luo Hongzhen's actions have angered many Chinese tourists.

But why didn't the Xie family expel the Korean drama crew?
Yang Mi also shrugged, unable to understand.

"Director Wang, the mall is pressuring us again. They want our staff to evacuate first, but the equipment can stay where it is. We must leave immediately," the production assistant said after finishing the call. "Director Wang, there are a lot of police cars outside," the assistant director followed, saying, "We can't get several shots right."

Do you know what's going on?

"It's probably reached the ears of the royal family," Wong Kar-wai remarked. "This matter has blown up, and President Jiang's connections in Thailand are starting to be activated."

This won't end well.

With a smile, he said, "Na Hong-jin and several Korean celebrities brought this upon themselves."

"I wonder if they can withstand President Jiang's wrath?"

Looking at Yang Mi, he said, "Shall we pack up first? I'll give you a day off, which will give you time to discuss your understanding of the character."

Yang Mi nodded.

When filming overseas, the director's word is law.

She left the scene temporarily with Wong Kar-wai.

Even in the van on the way to the hotel, my mind was still foggy.

What does Young Master Jiang plan to do next?
Judging from the news I've heard and my own guesses, Young Master Jiang's attitude this time is very tough.

The Xie family was willing to sacrifice peak lunch hour customer traffic to close Siam Paradise in order to cooperate with him.

They definitely respected Young Master Jiang greatly, or perhaps they were wary of his power.

They couldn't fathom the Thai royal family's stance, given that it involved diplomacy between three countries.

However, the large number of police officers gathering here at least indicates that the royal family is taking this matter seriously.

"Secretary Shen, is Young Master Jiang already in Bangkok?"

Yang Mi sent a message to Shen Jun.

Shen Jun: "Heading to Siam Paradise."

Yang Mi was taken aback.

I was right after all.

Young Master Jiang is coming in person; the ceremony cannot be small.

This is really bad for Luo Hongzhen and his family.

"Sister Mi, look, there are many armored vehicles and soldiers outside."

The assistant sitting next to him reminded him.

Yang Mi immediately turned to look out.

I asked a local Thai driver, "Are you part of the Thai military?"

The driver shook his head.

It is quite certain that the troops outside are not Thai troops.

If it weren't their country's military, how could they conduct such a high-profile operation in downtown Bangkok?
Even passersby stopped and looked at the group with puzzled expressions.

A guess suddenly popped into Yang Mi's mind.

His eyes widened instantly.

Could this armed force also be related to Young Master Jiang?

Even as an observer, she felt a chill run down her spine.

She messaged Shen Jun again to inquire about the situation, but this time Shen Jun did not reply.

She felt her guess was correct.

Young Master Jiang intends to use force to deal with Luo Hongzhen and his gang.

Will this lead to someone getting killed?
……

"Mayor Duripisu, were those police cars dispatched by the city government?"

The mayor of Jiangbei and the mayor of Bangkok sat in the same row and asked Duripitsu directly.

Duri Pisa explained, "Mr. Jiang, I was the one who notified the police station for backup."

He specifically emphasized, "Their responsibility today is to orderly disperse the crowd and ensure the safety of pedestrians in this area."

Upon hearing the last sentence, Jiang Beicheng knew it referred to the royal family.

Duri Pisa is not at that level yet.

Jiangbei City was quite satisfied with Rama X's move.

I also understand the royal family's considerations.

As long as you don't interfere with what he's doing, it's fine.

"How much longer will it take to get to Siam Paradise, Secretary Shen?" Jiang Beicheng asked Shen Jun.

"The road is clear, it should take at least ten minutes," Shen Jun replied.

Jiang Beicheng said, "Relay my order to Chen Xingfu: bring your men to see me in ten minutes."

This means that the Korean production team was only given ten minutes to resist.

In fact, Chen Xingfu took less than three minutes.

……

"Director, there's an army!"

Upon hearing this, Luo Hongzhen immediately tensed up.

Where did this army come from?
I got up and took a look. Neither the equipment nor the uniforms belonged to the Thai army.

The army in front of us seems to be sealing off this area.

Luo Hongzhen had a bad feeling.

Perhaps this army is coming for them.

As soon as they returned home, fully armed soldiers came toward them.

The security personnel hired by the film crew only went up to symbolically block them, but the SSG military security personnel gave them a look and patted the rifle on their chests, and they obediently made way.

The entire crew was instantly taken into custody.

No one dared to utter a sound.

"Brothers, besides following the boss's orders, I'm also feeling angry today. Before the boss arrives, I'm going to vent my anger."

Although Chen Xingfu's nationality has changed, his heart remains passionate and fiery.

In order to organize and develop armed forces abroad, abandoning international cooperation was unavoidable; survival was the priority.

He was even angrier than Jiang Beicheng after hearing that the Koreans were being disgusting here.

Having come from a military background, he lacked some of Jiang Zemin's refined manners and was relatively reckless.

After saying that one sentence, all the Koreans in the crew got punched.

Chen Xingfu walked straight up to Luo Hongzhen, grabbed him by the neck, and said, "I heard you've been causing trouble here?"

"Mercenaries?" Luo Hongzhen guessed.

"What era are we living in? Mercenaries? Haven't you ever made a military or war film before? Are mercenaries even recognized internationally? Which country would dare to publicly announce that it has recruited mercenaries?"

Chen Xingfu began to exert force with his hands.

Their fingernails dug right in; if they hadn't been so familiar with human anatomy, that one movement could have severed the other person's major artery.

Blood flowed down Luo Hongzhen's neck.

His face suddenly turned purple.

Just as he was about to stop breathing, Chen Xingfu released his hand again.

Luo Hongzhen coughed violently.

After recovering, he mocked, "You wouldn't dare to cause a death?"
Worried about retaliation from the Xin family?

Chen Xingfu smiled and stepped directly on Luo Hongzhen's shin, instantly fracturing it.

Which Xin family?

Chen Xingfu arrogantly said, "The Li family, the Zheng family, the Cui family, the Ju family... I'll take care of them all, no matter what."

Whether the Xin family will stand up against our boss over this dog is another matter.

I can take your life without even using bullets.

"We're keeping you around to report back to the leader."

Chen Xingfu laughed and said, "When I received the notification, I thought it was some big job."

The leader only gave me ten minutes.

He glanced at his watch and said, "You little ants, less than three minutes."

Next time you go abroad to film a movie, have the Xin family prepare some real guns and ammunition for you.

None of the security guards outside put up a fight.

However, judging from the leader's tone, you probably won't have a next time.

I've never seen him this angry before.

"Who is your leader?" Luo Hongzhen asked in extreme pain, his eyes filled with fear, worried that he was about to lose his life.

To this day, he still doesn't know who he offended.

"You'll see him soon," Chen Xingfu said. (End of Chapter)