Director Guo continued: "If they are bugs, they can meet the needs of space cuisine, but so far no one has gone to space to try cooking bugs, and none in the world. So, since you have this idea, I think everyone There is an opportunity for cooperation, what do you think?"
Insect hot pot?…
The three people on the Extraordinary Journey looked at each other, and each could see the shock in each other's eyes.
Originally, the idea of space hot pot was outrageous enough, but no one expected that the reality would be even more outrageous. Insect hot pot...how brave a person would be to swallow it...
"This... Director, I know what you are thinking. To be honest, this idea... is quite tempting..." Song Wenbin couldn't help it. He tried hard to pay attention to his words and said: "But you said you would send us to low-Earth orbit. , I want to go to that kind of place only if you are a professional astronaut, the three of us..."
He pointed at Su Tina and Huo Yu and said, "Although the three of us have been to many places, we really... have no experience at all in space. Can people like us go up there?"
The director looked expressionless and said calmly: "I have discussed this with the leaders. The leaders believe that space flight will be commercialized sooner or later. It is just a matter of time. On this point, China has no reason to lag behind. Overseas. Since you can dive under 100 meters of sea water, going to space should not be a problem. Of course, that is provided you can pass all the tests of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration."
After a pause, the director continued: "Firstly, this flight can mark a solid step for our country in commercial flight, and secondly, it can make an important test for the future lunar base, testing live food. Applications in space, why not."
"So you have already had the idea of testing bugs as space food." Huo Yu couldn't help but ask.
"That's right."
"Why us?"
Huo Yu said bluntly, "I must remind you that we are not an official existence, at least I am not. I still have tattoos, which does not represent mainstream values."
Song Wenbin glanced at Huo Yu in surprise. He didn't expect that Huo Yu actually cared about this, but she was right. That tattoo was cool, but in the eyes of people within the system, it was probably deviant or even self-defeating. behavior of mainstream society.
But Director Guo smiled lightly and said: "Miss Huo, you don't have to belittle yourself. The world is very big, China is also very big, and the heart is even bigger. Although you are the host of an entertainment show, you are under the sea in Indonesia." Your performance proves that you can be relied upon at critical times.”
Seeing that Huo Yu still looked doubtful, the director added: "Of course, I want to emphasize that this time it is positioned as a commercial flight test. Although we will provide technology, we are not responsible for all the funds. We are only telling everyone We are interested in cooperating with you, and if you and your company are willing and willing to pay, we are willing to send you into space."
When Huo Yu heard this, he stared at the director as if he was seeing a ghost.
Song Wenbin couldn't help but sigh.
Well, it took me a long time to visit and communicate with each other. The co-author is here to do business.
It took a while before Sutina next to her realized what she was doing and said in shock: "I need to... charge money."
"The unit price of a launch in our country is 150 million to 200 million yuan." The director said with a smile: "Of course, if you are willing to help us test bugs, we can discuss with our colleagues at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and give you a slight 20% discount. "
1.5 billion! ! !
Sutina covered her face and almost didn't scream.
Song Wenbin also looked incredulous.
Good guy! Is this the price of a rocket? Even if it's an unlimited special, you can't spend it like this. Two Sambos will be burned after just one flight.
"Then...then...then...if we eat bugs...can we...eat them in the form of hot pot..."
Sutina was frightened by the price, stammered and asked incoherently.
"We have never thought about this. The tests we conducted on the ground all used microwave heating technology for cooking. After all, this method is fast and safe, and is almost perfectly adapted to the space environment. But it is not impossible for hot pot. After all, the significance of testing lies in whether future astronauts can live a more comfortable and rich life. This is also one of the directions of our space laboratory's efforts. This subject does have very profound research value."
Director Guo's serious look made Song Wenbin sweat profusely.
Although she got a positive answer, Sutina was not happy at all. The launch price was really terrifying. If the state covers the cost, of course it will be easy for them to talk. But people are just here to sell the Rockets...
"This...this matter is still too big, and we can't make the decision."
Song Wenbin said apologetically, "We must consult the company and our leaders."
"Of course." Director Guo said, "If you have clear results, please ask your director to contact me."
…
After leaving the laboratory, Sutina couldn't wait to complain: "150 million to 200 million, I'm afraid this is crazy!!"
"A country is a country, and people are people. Don't judge the country by human thinking." Song Wenbin said: "And this is a rocket launch, not anything else. It is normal for it to be expensive."
"But we are human beings..." Sutina struggled: "This is too expensive. It is definitely not a price our company can afford..."
"You can definitely afford a seal."
Huo Yu said indifferently from the side: "But how can we get back the money? We are not making a movie. One episode can last up to an hour. The company will not do business at a loss."
Song Wenbin sighed, it was indeed like this. To this day, he has not seen the profit monetization model of their show. Although the show has become very popular because of Musk's reply, it is impossible to make 200 million per episode.
"Yeah... this is too much..." Sutina said with sadness, "Let's just take the plane honestly, that will definitely be cheap enough..."
"Would you like to write another letter and ask Musk?"
Huo Yu suddenly said: "Since he wrote to us, he might also rent rockets to us. Aren't his rockets recyclable? They should be cheaper."
Song Wenbin was startled, and quickly pushed away Pauly's camera, saying hurriedly: "Cut it, cut it!"
Then he pointed at Su Tina and Huo Yu and reprimanded him bitterly: "Oh my God, do you two have any secrets in your heart? You are the director for nothing. We are filming a Chinese show and using foreign rockets. You are stupid." Come on! You’re so stupid!!”
Huo Yu shrugged, curled his lips, rolled his eyes, and said nothing.
"But it's so expensive..." Sutina moaned softly.
"Musk is not cheap either. Even if he is a little bit cheaper, there is no difference between tens of millions and 100 million for us. Can't we all afford it?" Song Wenbin said in frustration, crossing his arms. Awakening is very dissatisfied.
In the Beihang campus, a gust of wind blew, and the three of them were silent.
Things seemed to be more troublesome than they expected.
After a while, Sutina asked in a low voice: "Then...how high can c919...fly?"
"Shut up." Song Wenbin glared at her.
Sutina hesitated to speak.
Song Wenbin raised a finger and said: "This matter is not our turn to worry about. To be honest, this is a matter for the planning team. We are only on the execution side. Remember, if you encounter this kind of thing in the future, remember to ask the superiors for instructions as soon as possible. That’s it!”
While talking, he took out his mobile phone and called Jiang Lu.
After being connected, Song Wenbin and the chief planner reported what they had seen, as well as the Rockets' quotation and their various options. Obviously, Jiang Lu was also very shocked by such a price.
Song Wenbin: "...In short, we now have two options, one is an airplane, a high-altitude aircraft. The other is a rocket, and the price of rockets is very high. I don't think I should make my own decision on how to choose."
"Okay, I understand. I will hold a meeting with investors to study it." Jiang Lu replied with lingering fear.
After putting down the phone, Song Wenbin felt a little relieved. Let the planning team and investors discuss what plan they want, so he doesn't have to worry about it.
"Let's go, find a place to pay homage to the Five Zang Temple." Song Wenbin patted his belly and said to his two colleagues.
"You're so lazy." Huo Yuyou scolded.
"How about we take a photo in the capital?"
Sutina asked uncertainly, "Speaking of which country's special episode is this episode? I originally thought we were going to the United States, but it's been going on for so long, why are we still in China..."
When Su Tina asked, Song Wenbin himself felt a little confused. Indeed, according to the past rhythm, they should have gone abroad by now, but this time, the show has been filmed for a long time, and they are still wandering around the country. What does this mean?
But no matter what, life at home is much better than the miserable running around abroad. After traveling to so many countries, Song Wenbin has suffered a lot. If possible, he would like every episode to be filmed in China.
With this in mind, Song Wenbin, the two hosts of Extraordinary Journey, and the film crew went to the urban area of the capital together. After searching for a long time, for more than half an hour, they finally found a fried belly restaurant that was not fried noodles. , sat in the shop and started eating.
Compared with before Musk's reply, the three people's reputations were already very high. Even if they deliberately missed meals to eat, even if they just randomly found a small shop on the street, they were still recognized by many people. They took pictures and shook hands.
This made Song Wenbin miss his previous life. At this moment, he could clearly feel that the constraints on him were getting stronger and stronger.
I finally finished eating a little and my belly was full. As soon as I left the restaurant, my phone started vibrating.
It was Jiang Lu calling.
Song Wenbin picked up the phone and answered the call. Jiang Lu's excited voice immediately came over the phone: "I just contacted the investor. She asked you not to worry about the funding. You can make it as popular and good-looking as possible."
"What??"
Song Wenbin was stunned. He asked in disbelief: "What did you say?"
"The investors asked you not to worry about money!" Jiang Lu emphasized.
"It's not that I don't care!! Do you know how big that amount is?! Even the big guys don't dare to spend like that!!" Song Wenbin shouted loudly: "Who is the investor? You didn't really ask the Saudi Crown Prince to invest, did you? !!”
"Don't worry about it. The investors did indeed say so." Jiang Lu cheered for them excitedly: "Just think of it as an unlimited special, and shoot it well!"
After hanging up the phone, Song Wenbin stared at his cell phone with a dazed expression.
Indeed, he does not understand the world of rich people.
But that’s too rich, right? Even if it’s a plane package, does it also require a rocket package? ? What can I do with this money, but invest in an outdoor show that is almost going to be ruined? ?
Song Wenbin really couldn't understand.
It should be said that he has met many people who are the icing on the cake over the years, but he has never seen many people who help him in times of need.
To say that the investor originally invested in their program, he can be described as having a unique vision. After all, the number of broadcasts of their program has indeed increased, and the commercial value is also different. If the filming continues step by step, this second season will probably help investors make some money.
But now, the filming of the second season has not been completed, and an additional 200 million funds have been added just to send them to space. This cost is probably more than the cost of filming the entire second season.
In fact, Song Wenbin did some calculations for this investor he had never met before when he was free. If calculated based on the cost of the Indian special and the polar special, the entire filming of the second season would cost about 30 million yuan. The future income of the program, including traffic income and other income, should be more than 30 million yuan.
But if this money were spent, it would be different. The cost would increase more than ten times in an instant, and the future benefits would be completely unknown.
"What did the chief planner say?"
Su Tina looked at Song Wenbin's demented look and asked tentatively.
"She said...let us build whatever we want...investors have plenty of money..." Song Wenbin stammered.
"Wow..." Sutina was also shocked. She took a breath and said, "Two hundred million, two small goals...just...thrown away?"
There is no doubt that if you put it in a rocket and burn it, it will burn out in a few minutes. It is really no different from throwing it away.
"There must be something wrong." Huo Yu was relatively calm. She frowned and said, "You can't spend it like this if you have money. When we did the unlimited special series before, we still had a goal. In the end, although we spent a lot, we found three A priceless national treasure has come back without any loss. What does this investor want? Does he want us to fly to the sky? Or does he want us to meet Musk?? He really wants to see Musk and he can fly there by himself if he has the money. Didn’t the United States see it??”
No one can answer Huo Yu's many questions.
Song Wenbin couldn't help but murmur in his heart, what on earth does this investor want to do?
Is he really the wronged person who is stupid and has too much money?
(End of chapter)
