"Welcome, Young Master Jiang!"
As soon as Jiang Beicheng stepped out of the car, an enthusiastic voice filled his ears.
At the entrance of the Mansory Delivery Center, twelve women stood in two neat rows, poised and elegant, their faces beaming with smiles as they welcomed Jiang Beicheng.
They were dressed uniformly in white blouses, fitted skirts, and black stockings.
The scene was quite grand.
"Young Master Jiang," General Manager Zhu Kai greeted him with a smile, stepping forward.
Jiang Beicheng laughed, "Manager Zhu, you're pulling out all the stops for me!"
"Young Master Jiang is a loyal customer. We have to make it grand," Zhu Kai replied.
"You've called up the admin staff and receptionists, haven't you?"
"All the beauties in the company are here."
The two men chatted and laughed as they walked.
When they reached the delivery area, the Cadillac Escalade V customized for Jiang Beicheng was right in front of them, though it was covered with a black cloth bearing the Mansory logo.
"Young Master Jiang, please," Zhu Kai said, gesturing for him to unveil the new car himself.
Jiang Beicheng stepped forward, grabbed the cloth, and pulled it off in one swift motion.
The scene erupted in enthusiastic applause. The group of women today certainly knew how to set the mood.
A full-size SUV like the Escalade already had an imposing presence and visual impact.
With the addition of Mansory's custom wide-body kit, it could only be described as "stunning."
Front lip, side skirts, rear lip, roof spoiler, wide fender flares… all made of carbon fiber, plus an upgrade to 26-inch oversized forged wheels.
It exuded the domineering aura of a king.
Of course, what captivated Jiang Beicheng the most was the 6.2T V8 powertrain.
Full-size SUVs with such large-displacement engines were unavailable in China. Regular dealerships couldn't import these models through legal channels.
They could only be acquired through parallel import channels like Tianjin Port, luxury car dealers, or modification shops.
The Escalade V in front of him, without the Mansory kit, would cost around 3.5 million yuan. With the addition of the 1.5-million-yuan full-carbon kit, the final price soared past 5 million yuan.
"Young Master Jiang, we've also made significant changes to the interior, using top-grade calfskin leather from around the world. Both the front and rear seats are zero-gravity seats…"
Zhu Kai went on to explain the interior in detail.
"Hearing about it is one thing, but I trust my own hands-on experience," Jiang Beicheng said.
Zhu Kai immediately handed over the car keys.
"Manager Zhu, want to come along and feel it out?" Jiang Beicheng joked as he fastened his seatbelt.
Zhu Kai quickly waved his hand and gave a subtle glance to the sales manager nearby. The sales manager understood, stepping forward and saying, "I wonder if I'd have the honor of accompanying Young Master Jiang for a test drive?"
Jiang Beicheng pointed at Zhu Kai, shaking his head with a smile. "Manager Zhu, you're full of tricks."
Zhu Kai chuckled.
With permission granted, the sales manager took the passenger seat, not missing a chance to flatter Jiang Beicheng. "Young Master Jiang's passenger seat is surely reserved for beauties. I'll give you the most authentic feedback from a woman's perspective."
Jiang Beicheng started the engine and hit the road.
The exhaust roar and the push-back sensation were familiar to him.
The car's stability and smoothness were pleasantly surprising.
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The steering and suspension were top-notch.
It could handle steep slopes with ease, pulling back effortlessly.
If he pushed it, Jiang Beicheng felt it could tackle mud pits or climbs with no trouble.
In internet slang, it was "steady as hell."
Jiang Beicheng decided to test the 0-100 km/h acceleration. As he reached for the gear lever, the sales manager in the passenger seat subtly leaned toward him, her stockinged legs brushing closer to the gearshift.
The movement was subtle but deliberate.
Jiang Beicheng didn't hold back, lightly touching her leg. "Mansory's got such a big name. Do you really need to resort to personal service to attract customers now?"
The sales manager smiled. "This has nothing to do with the company. It's just my personal admiration and appreciation for a young talent like Young Master Jiang."
What a smooth talker. With that emotional intelligence, she'd thrive in any industry.
Jiang Beicheng suddenly floored the accelerator, causing the sales manager to lean back against the seat. "Ah~ Young Master Jiang, you're so naughty."
Jiang Beicheng ignored her exclamation, his eyes fixed on the dashboard. Damn, it hit 0-100 km/h in under three seconds.
This was a beast weighing nearly three tons.
Aerodynamics? In the face of Mansory's tuned powertrain, it was irrelevant.
Jiang Beicheng was thoroughly satisfied with the test drive.
What he chased was the raw power of an internal combustion engine.
In today's world, the status symbol of luxury cars had diminished. Models like the Mercedes G-Class or Rolls-Royce Cullinan had become influencer cars.
It seemed like every newly rich influencer only knew these two models, rushing to buy them to flaunt their status and success.
Moreover, the rapid rise of electric vehicles brought intelligence and comfort that surpassed traditional fuel-powered cars. Many wealthy people now opted for EVs like the Aito M9 or Li Auto's L-series for daily commutes.
Luxury cars, outside of specific scenarios, were less practical than before.
The passion for internal combustion engines and performance cars had become the main reason most wealthy people still played with luxury vehicles.
For Jiang Beicheng, beyond those reasons, another key factor was modification.
He particularly loved performance cars with high modification potential.
His previous Land Rover Range Rover SV and Bentley Bentayga had each undergone million-yuan modifications—one by Mansory, the other by Hennessey.
They were quite famous in Jiangnan City's off-road vehicle circle.
"Young Master Jiang, any suggestions after the test drive?" Zhu Kai asked, opening the car door for him.
"Your face screams 'full of confidence,'" Jiang Beicheng teased.
"Mansory's hard strength gives us that confidence," Zhu Kai replied.
"I have a small suggestion."
"Please, go ahead, Young Master Jiang."
Jiang Beicheng glanced at the sales manager who had accompanied him. "Can the commission for this car go to her?"
"Hahaha, if Young Master Jiang says so, I'll make it happen," Zhu Kai said.
"Thank you, Young Master Jiang, for recognizing my work. It's an honor to serve you," the sales manager said gratefully.
Jiang Beicheng nodded, giving her stockinged leg a light pat, playing the part of a "good guy" by passing the favor along.
As for other intentions, he genuinely had none.
Jiang Beicheng paid the final balance, and despite Zhu Kai and the sales manager's warm insistence, they had lunch together.
Since he had important business in the afternoon, Jiang Beicheng didn't drink.
After lunch, the car was registered, and he drove it to Guanghuan.
Xu Ru was at the site almost every day, overseeing the construction.
In truth, the renovation industry was highly automated now, with 360-degree imaging, real-time monitoring, and other tools allowing remote supervision. Still, Xu Ru wasn't at ease and came by every noon to check on things.
It was less about being diligent in her work and more about her emotional investment in the restaurant business.
She desperately hoped Beicheng Restaurant could regain the glory of the old Li's Restaurant. As the store manager, her sense of honor and accomplishment was immense.
"Young Master Jiang…"
Xu Ru almost called him by his nickname but quickly caught herself. That title wasn't appropriate anymore, at least not for employees like them.
She immediately switched to reporting on the renovation progress: "President Jiang, the plumbing and electrical work are complete. I come by daily to supervise, and everything is going smoothly."
Jiang Beicheng nodded. The project manager, spotting him, hurried over to greet him. "President Jiang, the site's a bit messy. Please be careful."
Jiang Beicheng made his stance clear: "Quality must be strictly controlled. I want the materials' environmental standards locked down. No cutting corners or using subpar materials on my project.
Otherwise, I'll take it up with your President Tang."
"Rest assured, Young Master Jiang. President Tang personally instructed us on this project. We wouldn't dare mess around unless we want to be out of the renovation industry," the project manager said, aligning himself with Jiang Beicheng's expectations.